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THE REVIEW
One of the most common risks a young band can face after a dazzling debut capable of invoking miracle claims with their debut album and second record, is the risk of a spectacular failure upon returning to the scene with the third.
The responsibility is too great, the anticipation from fans too overwhelming, the attention from critics too intense, lying in wait and ready to point out even the slightest dip in tone, but above all, the fear of not being able to achieve for the third time the miracle is too immense.
At this point, the difference, mathematically, is made by three things: determination and intelligence [and the third? editor's note].
Let's dispel any doubt right away: the Korn are five guys as determined as they are intelligent. Hence the miracle happens a third time: "Follow The Leader" not only matches everything positive that was achieved with the fantastic debut album and with the legendary second work, but thanks to the acquired artistic maturity of the five musicians, it is enriched with nuances, echoes, and suggestions that were lacking in the still excellent "KoRn" and the, in one way or another, good "Life Is Peachy". The Korn wisely decided to take two long years, they studied what worked and what didn't, performed live, learned a lot, and when they were 100% convinced they could truly surpass themselves, they entered the studio.
The result is tangible: an extremely rational work in its irrationality, precise as a Swiss watch despite the band's sound inevitably disorienting the listener, with its overlapping of punk, metal, hardcore, grindcore, hip hop, tribal music, and the finest death metal, always fused with harmonious perfection even in a context where anyone would have considered it out of place.
A work that is crazy, twisted, sick, but damn intelligent. Just like the Korn.
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Korn's third album 'Follow The Leader' successfully avoids the common pitfall of sophomore slump by building on their first two releases. The band demonstrates artistic maturity and blends various genres with precision. Taking two years to refine their sound, Korn delivers a complex yet harmonious album. This work solidifies Korn’s status as intelligent and innovative musicians.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
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Korn
American nu metal band formed in Bakersfield, California (1993). Widely credited as pioneers of nu metal; led by vocalist Jonathan Davis and known for autobiographical lyrics and heavy, groove-oriented sound.91 Reviews
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By CoolOras
Two years after the enormous success of the beautiful "Life Is Peachy", Korn releases another masterpiece that confirms their great talent and unmistakable style.
"Follow The Leader confirms their success after two great albums, it’s a nice album that maintains the unmistakable style of a group that created this genre and, in my opinion, continues to renew it constantly."
By Devin Davis
"Three adjectives are enough: mature, sophisticated, and different."
"In my opinion, Korn is the best nu-metal band around."
By thetrooper
"How this 'Follow The Leader' can be described multiple times as one of Korn's best albums is a true mystery!"
"The awful collaborations are mediocre starting from the Davis/Fred Durst duet... which couldn't be more vomit-inducing."
By Kleine
'Follow the Leader' is often cited as Korn's Absolute Masterpiece, but I believe it shouldn't be considered as such.
The collaborations with Ice Cube and Fred Durst detract from the album, making some songs feel like 'crap.'
