Is This Nu-Metal?

Other than Pearl Jam, who else is there?
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theplatypus wrote:Oh shit, it was directed by David Fincher? Makes sense
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durdencommatyler wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
durdencommatyler wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
durdencommatyler wrote:What about a band like Stabbing Westward? I don't think they fit but I feel like I've heard them described that way.
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Ah. Interesting. What does Stabbing Westward have in common with those bands that it doesn't have with Nu-Metal bands? I feel like they're removed from this list by at least two degrees.
Industrial is more up tempo with a lot of electronics thrown in. And its more theatrical. And has 100% more flame throwers.
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Forgot about that Adema song. That’s a good one. That Crazy Town track!

Team “SOAD is numetal” wins!

I do think we actually have potential for a good tournament here.
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BurtReynolds wrote:
durdencommatyler wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
durdencommatyler wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
durdencommatyler wrote:What about a band like Stabbing Westward? I don't think they fit but I feel like I've heard them described that way.
diet industrial
What are some full industrial bands?
NIN
Pigface
Ministry
KMFDM
Rammstein
Throbbing Gristle
Ah. Interesting. What does Stabbing Westward have in common with those bands that it doesn't have with Nu-Metal bands? I feel like they're removed from this list by at least two degrees.
Industrial is more up tempo with a lot of electronics thrown in. And its more theatrical. And has 100% more flame throwers.
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Man, I used to be into KMFDM big time
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After further consideration, I don't know what I was thinking saying Slipknot wasn't Nu Metal. They absolutely were.
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It’s basically just metal with elements of hip-hop and melodic hooks/choruses.

That Trapt song was lit too.

Let’s have a tournament or draft teams or something. I’m gonna be wigging out on this stuff for the next few days.
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LoathedVermin72 wrote:After further consideration, I don't know what I was thinking saying Slipknot wasn't Nu Metal. They absolutely were.
Idk this band very thoroughly, but goddamn I love most of these singles.
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tragabigzanda wrote:
theplatypus wrote:adjusting the sound board, the guitarist picking up the slide, Paz tying her hair up during her brief break, Maynard setting the water bottle down
i have no idea what song you guys are talking about, but this sounds awful
Maybe watch it, it's like 3 minutes long
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What’s the best album from this era?

Follow the Leader ?
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theplatypus wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
theplatypus wrote:adjusting the sound board, the guitarist picking up the slide, Paz tying her hair up during her brief break, Maynard setting the water bottle down
i have no idea what song you guys are talking about, but this sounds awful
Maybe watch it, it's like 3 minutes long
it’s a good video
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Kaius wrote:It’s basically just metal with elements of hip-hop and melodic hooks/choruses.
Basically yes, but there are also certain musical elements that I recognize as very characteristically nu-metal. Certain guitar tones, certain riff progressions, that stupid rattly bass sound that was everywhere for a while thanks to KoRn, lyrics that tend to look inward (big reason why I don't really perceive bands like SOAD and RATM as nu-metal, though I'm not super familiar with either)
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And that gloomy vibe. That Hot Topic vibe. That almost Juggalistic vibe.
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Kaius wrote:What’s the best album from this era?

Follow the Leader ?
Probably Around the Fur by Deftones
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Those are all great observations, but maybe more aptly thought of as well-worn features within the genre but not necessarily requirements of an easily recognizable nu-metal song. Inward lyrics is hilariously accurate, especially for the more popular songs, but I think there is plenty of cultural commentary on the DEEP KUTZ of these bands.
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LoathedVermin72 wrote:
Kaius wrote:What’s the best album from this era?

Follow the Leader ?
Probably Around the Fur by Deftones
Never could get into Deftones tbh
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theplatypus wrote:And that gloomy vibe. That Hot Topic vibe. That almost Juggalistic vibe.
I swear I almost mentioned ICP and Eminem but I think we are beginning to stretch the musical boundaries a little thin.
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