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Korn

Korn

alternative metal, nu metal

United States Est. 1993

"Korn's music delivers a relentless pulse driven by gritty riffs and heavy grooves, punctuated by moments of ominous calm that create an unsettling yet compelling tension."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Korn is…

Greatest Hits Vol. 1

Greatest Hits Vol. 1

2004
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Career Arc

Korn's discography from 1993 to 2023

1993 2008 2023
Neidermayer's Mind (1993) Korn (1994) Need To (1995) Shoots and Ladders (1995) Blind (1995) Life Is Peachy (1996) No Place to Hide (1996) Good God (1997) A.D.I.D.A.S. (1997) Follow the Leader (1998) Got the Life (1998) All in the Family (1998) Issues (1999) Falling Away from Me (1999) Freak on a Leash (1999) Jingle Balls (1999) B.B.K. (1999) Children of the Korn (1999) Make Me Bad (2000) All Mixed Up (2001)
Korn's emergence in the music scene marked a significant cultural shift, as they gave voice to the inner turmoil and complex emotions of disaffected youth.
Korn's emergence in the music scene marked a significant cultural shift, as they gave voice to the inner turmoil and complex emotions of disaffected youth. Their raw and cathartic sound resonated with listeners seeking authenticity in an increasingly commercial landscape, establishing them as symbols of a generation grappling with identity, pain, and rebellion. By embodying the angst of their time, Korn paved the way for countless artists exploring similar themes, shifting the narrative around heavy music from mere aggression to poignant introspection. The band's approach is characterized by their innovative fusion of aggressive instrumentation with deeply vulnerable lyrics, creating an atmosphere that both confronts and embraces discomfort. They harness elements of metal and hip-hop, layering syncopated grooves over atmospheric soundscapes infused with tension and release. This sonic experimentation allowed them to develop a distinctive style that not only drew in fans but also inspired a broader movement within rock music. Korn often explores themes of alienation, trauma, and self-identity through a visceral storytelling approach that captures the chaotic emotional landscape of their experiences. The tone can shift between haunting sincerity and stark irony, embodying a sense of urgency that invites listeners into their world without pretense. Their lyrics reflect a sense of searching and struggle, painting vivid impressions rather than straightforward narratives.

Full discography

Korn's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

71 releases • 26 albums • 4 EPS • 1993–2023
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EPs ()

Korn Digital EP 2 album by Korn

Korn Digital EP 2

2010

Korn Digital EP 3 album by Korn

Korn Digital EP 3

2010

Korn Digital EP 1 album by Korn

Korn Digital EP 1

2009

All Mixed Up album by Korn

All Mixed Up

2001

Singles ()

Black Is the Soul album by Korn

Black Is the Soul

2017

Take Me album by Korn

Take Me

2016

Rotting in Vain album by Korn

Rotting in Vain

2016

Hater (Korn song) album by Korn

Hater (Korn song)

2014

Spike in My Veins album by Korn

Spike in My Veins

2014

Never Never album by Korn

Never Never

2013

Way Too Far album by Korn

Way Too Far

2012

Chaos Lives in Everything album by Korn

Chaos Lives in Everything

2012

Narcissistic Cannibal album by Korn

Narcissistic Cannibal

2011

Get Up! album by Korn

Get Up!

2011

Let the Guilt Go album by Korn

Let the Guilt Go

2010

Oildale (Leave Me Alone) album by Korn

Oildale (Leave Me Alone)

2010

Kiss album by Korn

Kiss

2008

Haze album by Korn

Haze

2008

Hold On album by Korn

Hold On

2007

Evolution album by Korn

Evolution

2007

Politics album by Korn

Politics

2006

Coming Undone album by Korn

Coming Undone

2006

Twisted Transistor album by Korn

Twisted Transistor

2005

Word Up! album by Korn

Word Up!

2004

Everything I've Known album by Korn

Everything I've Known

2004

Y'All Want a Single album by Korn

Y'All Want a Single

2004

Right Now album by Korn

Right Now

2003

Did My Time album by Korn

Did My Time

2003

Alone I Break album by Korn

Alone I Break

2002

Thoughtless album by Korn

Thoughtless

2002

Here to Stay album by Korn

Here to Stay

2002

Make Me Bad album by Korn

Make Me Bad

2000

Falling Away from Me album by Korn

Falling Away from Me

1999

Freak on a Leash album by Korn

Freak on a Leash

1999

Jingle Balls album by Korn

Jingle Balls

1999

B.B.K. album by Korn

B.B.K.

1999

Children of the Korn album by Korn

Children of the Korn

1999

Got the Life album by Korn

Got the Life

1998

All in the Family album by Korn

All in the Family

1998

Good God album by Korn

Good God

1997

A.D.I.D.A.S. album by Korn

A.D.I.D.A.S.

1997

No Place to Hide album by Korn

No Place to Hide

1996

Need To album by Korn

Need To

1995

Shoots and Ladders album by Korn

Shoots and Ladders

1995

Blind album by Korn

Blind

1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Korn sound like?

Korn's music delivers a relentless pulse driven by gritty riffs and heavy grooves, punctuated by moments of ominous calm that create an unsettling yet compelling tension. Rooted in alternative metal and nu metal. Start with Follow the Leader.

What is the best Korn album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Follow the Leader" (1998). It's the most representative of what makes Korn worth hearing.

Who is Korn for?

If you're into alternative metal and nu metal, Korn is worth your time. Korn's music delivers a relentless pulse driven by gritty riffs and heavy grooves, punctuated by moments of ominous calm that create an unsettling yet compelling tension.

How many albums does Korn have?

Korn has 71 releases in their discography, including 26 albums and 4 EPs.

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