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Roots Rock Riot

Skindred · 2007

45 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal ยท alternative metal ยท nu metal

An explosive blend of metal and reggae rhythms that ignites the dancefloor with relentless energy.

Roots Rock Riot is an album by Skindred, released in 2007. An explosive blend of metal and reggae rhythms that ignites the dancefloor with relentless energy. The album debuted at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart, demonstrating Skindred's growing popularity. Its critical reception highlighted the band's innovative sound and energetic live performances, further influencing the burgeoning crossover genre of metal and reggae. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Roots Rock Riot sound like?

An explosive blend of metal and reggae rhythms that ignites the dancefloor with relentless energy. Rooted in heavy metal and alternative metal.

What makes Roots Rock Riot by Skindred notable?

The album debuted at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart, demonstrating Skindred's growing popularity. Its critical reception highlighted the band's innovative sound and energetic live performances, further influencing the burgeoning crossover genre of metal and reggae. By 2007, Skindred had established themselves as a unique force in heavy music with their second album, 'Roots Rock Riot', following their successful debut 'Babylon'. This release marked a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing their signature fusion of ragga and metal and solidifying their place in the nu metal scene.

How many songs are on Roots Rock Riot?

Roots Rock Riot has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·45:09

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Roots Rock Riot Standout 3:01
  • 2 Trouble 3:49
  • 3 Ratrace 3:21
  • 4 State of Emergency Standout 4:03
  • 5 Alright 3:09
  • 6 Destroy the Dancefloor 3:44
  • 7 Rude Boy for Life Standout 4:10
  • 8 Killing Me 4:18
  • 9 Spit Out the Poison 3:47
  • 10 Cause Ah Riot 3:04
  • 11 Ease Up 3:59
  • 12 Choices and Decisions 4:39

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

45 min 9 sec