Haunt You Every Day lowkey one of their best songs ever, but the rest of the album is so bland and boring (Perfect Situation is alright)
changes samples "Divinity" by Porter Robinson, thats cool i think
As the Nu-Metal sound began to get over-saturated and drawn out, Linkin Park exploded into the centre of modern rock with this statement-making debut, which sounds fully formed, sharp, meticulous and unmistakably identifiable. There's a harmonious balance between heaviness and accessibility all accentuated by the dual dynamic of Chester's passionate vocals and Mike's calm and deliberate flows that became the band's staple sound. This album is tight and relentless, ... read more
A defiant response to the outbreak success of "Dookie" - instead of pumping more radio hits, the band instead went in a different direction and took on a heavier and meaner sound and voiced their frustration and fatigue. This experience is so concise and displays the band at the most rawest and darkest with just a touch of spite and bitterness. It's an underrated triumph that strips the band to their essentials, its deeply honest and that allows for Green Day to emerge sharper ... read more
A bold evolution for the band - after the explosive hit of "Dookie" and doubling down with "Insomniac", Green Day took risks and experimented with their sound throughout this record - proving they can evolve and have a dynamic sound. "nimrod." is the result of this, its a wild adventure with a melting pot of styles and influences. Is it messy? yes. Is it limited on ideas? NO. It bridges the discography between their punk roots and the... rest.