My First Time Listening to Slipknot (Self-Titled) | My Reaction

Watch me react to my first time listening to the debut studio album from heavy metal band Slipknot.
*all comments in this video are completely subjective and I am not a music expert.
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0:00 Intro
0:35 742617000027
1:18 (sic)
2:42 Eyeless
4:09 Wait and Bleed
5:12 Surfacing
6:29 Spit It Out
7:36 Tattered & Torn
8:44 Me Inside
10:05 Liberate
11:32 Prosthetics
12:56 No Life
14:21 Diluted
15:15 Only One
16:09 Scissors
17:35 Eeyore
18:53 My Final Thoughts
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[@mollyesanborn]

You all have informed me that I listened to a re-issued version of this album when I filmed my reaction and I missed out on a few of the original songs. So I filmed my reactions to Purity, Frail Limb Nursery and Get This in a second video for anyone interested in watching: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5bKp2djgKuVnMk

[@LukeCampbell_3]

@Molly Sanborn is Nu Metal

[@UseADamnCoaster]

Purity is the shit. Definitely one of my favorites by them

[@YouTubecanbitemyhairybanger]

If you aren't aware of them you should check out Stone Sour. Corey Taylor is the lead singer in both Slipknot and Stone Sour. They're a totally different animal and you'll be shocked by the vocal range Corey has Edit: dip your toe in with through the glass Also a good call on the hip-hop vibe as spit it out was a diss track for the local "metal" radio stations that refused to play them

[@LudusAurea]

Actually none of those songs are on the original and are included in the reissues. Purity may have been.

[@MatiasParkman]

I wish I could listen this album for the first time again

[@373L13R]

Crack hombre parque

[@freddymaite]

What I would give to go back to my high-school days...

[@pasticle]

sape

[@kiki9525]

YO ME LLAMO PABLO!!! AHH!

[@bloodysabbath1984]

Hard to believe it’s been like 23 years almost since the first time I heard that album. I’m old

[@FlyboyHelosim]

Although the band has three percussionists, probably about 95% of what you hear is the one and only Joey Jordison, the main drummer. He was absolutely incredible and in hindsight pretty much was the driving force behind the band's sound early on. He's the one that brings that 'machine gun' speed and intensity.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks for letting me know! Listening to this I had no idea there were three drummers. Such an amazing sound though, I just love all of the energy that they bring to their sound.

[@FlyboyHelosim]

@@mollyesanborn Yeah the other two are known as 'custom percussionists' and use big drums that they stand behind. They're only really prominent in the mix on percussion-heavy tracks and stand out as having a deeper tone than the regular drum kit. They also use beer kegs for that metallic sound that you picked up on during your review. The additional percussion is really only used to accent the main drum kit or add an extra layer of depth and heaviness to certain sections of songs.

[@Perrylayne105]

Always the drummer man! Same with David Silveria.

[@d3monoidphenomenon102]

Corey & Clown really fucked Joey over it pisses me off

[@atolmasoff]

Rest in peace Joey and Paul. You've opened the door in to my favorite band for the last 20+ years. Corey Taylor (Vocalist) is incredibly talented, and this band knows how to produce killer album after album.

[@frankjohn1092]

Their follow up album to this is a must. It's titled 'Iowa' and is highly regarded as their heaviest, darkest, most intense album by far, as they went through a really dark time between their self-titled album and the recording of the 'Iowa" follow-up. It was also a response to many labels wanting to sign them only if they went more "radio-friendly", they went to a dark place and did the opposite. A track on there called The Heretic Anthem is directly about doing that. It's definitely a must after now hearing their debut album.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yes, I'm looking forward to hearing it!

[@DeathcoreHusky]

@@mollyesanborn ohhh yes!! You have to listen to Iowa!! Can’t wait to hear you’re though on the song Iowa

[@Dr_AK_Gaming]

@@mollyesanborn Iowa is one of the heaviest albums of its time

[@KiIIua_]

That was my introduction to Slipknot...shit was awesome lol

[@blainebasil6577]

@@mollyesanborn I love screaming all of these songs

[@xavierwolfx4938]

You just made my night 😎 R.I.P Joey (Drummer) R.I.P Paul (Bass)

[@mollyesanborn]

Aw thanks! Hope you enjoy the video :D

[@tojorozombie]

Respect!!👍🤘🔥💜

[@LicksoftheLegend]

You seem like an incredibly open person musically. Super awesome to see someone not get weighed down by genres and just enjoy music.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I really appreciate that! :D

[@iandawson6461]

This album came out at just the right time for me. As an angry/moody 16 yr old that was progressively getting into heavier music, this was damn near peak. Saw them headline the second stage at Ozzfest 99, and was blown away by the intensity of both the show and the audience. Everything behind the first three layers of people at the stage felt like a giant mosh pit.

[@vxrdrummer]

I was 16 in 99 as well and this beast blew me away. I saw them Feb 2000 the first time and it was like nothing else I had, or have ever seen.

[@modifidious7171]

You're so fucking lucky dude.

[@DJ-hl8mg]

I was 7 when this came out. My teacher and principal sure loved me when they listened to my CD player when i took it to school 🤣🤣

[@marcosrenan93]

This album is so unique that I'm pretty sure even Slipknot itself couldn't make something like that again. It's a portrait of an era.

[@miserirken]

Quite literally, they aren't allowed to use as much insane samples as they did for this album, and those are key of how sinister this album gets. And that's even without going for how both Paul and Joey played a big role at this album's sound, RIP both of them.

[@whereta3097]

As someone who doesn't really listen to slipknot, their debut is badass as heck, so raw and primal

[@neilrex]

SlipKnoT is nothing without Sid and Craig. The eerie sound effects and samples they provide are to notch. It creates a perfect atmosphere. (Not overlooking everyother's contribution).

[@food223]

i find Craig especially is overlooked, both do a great job but not many people ever talk about Craig

[@miserirken]

@@food223 heck, even when talking about sampling in particular, people usually just go for Sid, as if Craig isn't the one layering and sampling all those noises giving the whole thing a more sinister yet interesting atmosphere.

[@femur8544]

welp this aged poorly...

[@EEe-zd2rt]

:(

[@hopey16]

You should check out the song "Purity", it was originally a part of this album, right before "Liberate". Very good song, it was taken out due to copyright issues or something of that nature. Great reaction, keep doing these great albums!!

[@morbidsheepcomics]

Yeah I was hoping Molly would be listening to that version of the album...

[@Iliketurtles-l3q]

Purity. What a beautiful song

[@mollyesanborn]

I'll definitely have to give it a listen! I just use Spotify and it must have a newer or different version of the album.

[@BlindEyeTwist]

@@mollyesanborn Honestly when it comes to good Music, I would recommend KZbin over anything. Just because you can find way more awesome Stuff. It's definitely no different when it comes Slipknot. 😊 👍 Anyway don't forget about the Song Despise. 😁👍

[@tetfol3315]

"Purity" is maybe the best song from self titled.

[@Malum09]

I relistened to the first 2 Slipknot albums in the past week and they still hold up, RIP Paul and Joey

[@MecodoVision]

They still hold up? They are their best albums

[@meatymartin2186]

@@MecodoVision yup

[@meatymartin2186]

@@MecodoVision bruh there isnt a single ok song on their first and only a couple ok's on second everything else from those albums are masterpieces or i guess disasterpeices

[@rootchino]

omg saw this come up with 0 views and instantly clicked😊 Molly's reviewing another one of the most memorable metal albums of my youth. When Slipknot came on to the scene there was nothing like them or even close to the speed and savagery of their playing- kinda crazy to think of a band like this now days being as main stream as they were, you would see their shirts all over school Ok going to enjoy your video and then get myself ready to see Tool live in concert this week! If they are touring in your area I highly recommend everyone.

[@mollyesanborn]

Hope you enjoyed the reaction! Slipknot's great, I'm looking forward to hearing more from them. And enjoy Tool!!! That will be amazing I'm sure :D

[@nd9367]

I think you are talking about more mainstream oriented/alternative metal subgenres? As the black metal/(brutal) death metal scense were already developed very wall and had a lot of bands which were much faster and more savage... Anyway, Slipknot never was my cup of tea, but they've definetly had some "vision" and originality, which is hard to deny of crpse.

[@headbangerdnb]

That "rhythmic pattern" in the background during Eyeless is a style of dance music called Jungle / Drum & Bass and that particular style of drum pattern is called an Amen Break. Anyway, I was just here for the reaction to Eyeless. Don't care for Slipknot, just love that little Drum & Bass intro. If you're interested in hearing more Amen style Drum & Bass, check out B-Key - "Man of Science"

[@mollyesanborn]

Cool, thanks for letting me know! I absolutely love the instrumentals on Eyeless, that drum pattern is so satisfying haha. Man Of Science was a great recommendation too, loved it! That percussion is so fantastic to listen to.

[@headbangerdnb]

@@mollyesanborn Glad you enjoyed it! I'm always happy to introduce people to Drum & Bass. There's tons of different styles of it, too. So B-Key was more of the Dark Side, Tech-Step stuff, but there's also Liquid DnB (really chill and lounge-y), Jump Up (2-step beat with high energy for dancing, but also quite goofy and corny sounding), Neurofunk (2-step beat, harsh synths - I personally find this style kind of boring), Intelligent DnB (evolving and progressive beats and sounds - usually minimalistic)

[@mordiez-]

Slipknot is like a ball of middleschooler rage, so nostalgic.

[@PoetryAndTofu]

Your genuine reactions are indeed the reason I watch your channel in the first place! So yeah we definitely recognize that. Also, I hope you enjoy this journey through their discog! They're luckily one of those bands you don't have to worry about having a bad album. The first two are the most intense they ever were but they refined their melodic elements so well going forth. ✌🏻 Have a good one!

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I really appreciate that! Can't wait to hear more from Slipknot, this first album was such an amazing whirlwind to listen to.

[@marshabrew7447]

Loving these! How about Static-X’s album “Wisconsin Death Trip”?

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, that one is on my list! I know a lot of people have suggested it.

[@rustyshacklford5782]

That CD stayed in discman for a long time. I was a kid and was blown away plus I saw them at the 2001 family values tour on Washington DC lol

[@ApexPredatorBoids]

I legitimately consider 'Wisconsin Death Trip' to be approaching masterpiece status.

[@josephjohnstone2191]

@@mollyesanborn also do There second album Machine I that's personally my Favourite album.

[@jarredkrum9894]

StaticX rules! Rip wayne

[@Xeroforte]

The Slipknot journey is a fun one, loved your reaction. They're the first favorite band I've ever had and I still stand by them, that's proof of quality lol

[@eightbitcupcake6469]

This album takes me back to high school! I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for nu metal.

[@simonk337]

The first gig I ever went to was in March 2000, when I saw Slipknot supported by Kittie (you should certainly check out Spit). This self titled album holds up so well even 23 years later, but back then it utterly blew our minds. There was no real build up to the album it just came out of nowhere. Name a better first 5 songs on an album than this....I'll wait 😎 Still have the original 99 version upstairs, with Purity 🤘

[@TheChrisPutnam]

Kittie is my guilty pleasure - the first 4 albums or so are all pretty amazing - Until The End I think is a masterpiece

[@Kaotic318.]

Nice! I saw them October of 99 and then again last October. The best live performances I've ever seen and 2 highlights of my life!

[@Amocoru]

I saw that tour too! I remember being enarmoured with how gorgeous the bassist was and barely able to pay attention to their gig haha

[@Errcyco]

Dude that woulda been sick. Charlotte is one of the heaviest songs of 99 I remember seeing that video of the Angel dude and the soft chorus part she sings was stuck in my head for like years after. Shits catchy as fuck. Spit was a gnarley album, Fallon was like 16 and had just started playing guitar a couple years earlier.

[@tingkagol]

At the time, this was the heaviest and nastiest music I ever heard and it blew my mind how raw and brutal and stylistically fresh it sounded

[@ow_oso]

I appreciate how she picks apart the music, the intention behind it and why someone would like to listen to a band like Slipknot instead of dismissing the “noise” for “screamo” or “emo” music like a lot of people to this day still dismiss this kind of music as. Excellent review.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words! Glad you're enjoying the channel :)

[@RyosukeKai]

Joey Jordison's impactful, precised, perfect sound with groove while playing fast, godlike, insane drumming skill is so underated. He inspired/influenced so many people too. He's our hero. Competition is not applicable. We love and missed you Joey. You are my world. ❤️

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, his drumming is so precise and impressive on this record. Phenomenal stuff!

[@cowmark67]

Man I love the first two Slipknot albums. They are both really good. I always found it interesting how Slipknot where labeled as nu metal. Sure there are nu metal elements in the guitar tuning and some riffing, the hip hop elements and the use of turn tables, but there is also death metal and black metal riffing, drumming, and production and even some industrial elements. Makes for a unique eclectic mixture that I don't think has been perfectly replicated by any other band, though many have tried (the closest that comes to mind is the album Kostolom by Slaughter to Prevail).

[@bigfrankfraser1391]

the paul grey era was where its at, and yes i like ahig

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, I found it really hard to pinpoint a specific genre for this album while listening to it. Definitely a lot of industrial elements I was picking up on, which I love. A great blend of sounds for sure. I'll have to check out Kostolom now and see what I think of that one.

[@cowmark67]

@@mollyesanborn Kostolom is a pretty good album. It's sound is essentially answering the question "what if Slipknot made a deathcore album with partially Russian lyrics?". Worth checking out after listening to some more Slipknot.

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

Iowa is a 🐐 💿 ..*Pun intended*

[@fernandosepulveda7297]

@@Leg3ndKilla687 haha nice

[@rex7442]

Fun fact they haven't played diluted live, because Corey is emotionally attached to it

[@TheJokesterSCR]

Their follow up album, Iowa is an absolute MUST! Most of their fans consider this album and ESPECIALLY Iowa as the gold standard for everything Slipknot. Iowa IMO is easily their most solid and bad ass album from start to finish. Everything after is hit or miss. Each album has some great tracks, but then there are some that are just... eh.

[@mollyesanborn]

I can't wait to hear Iowa!!

[@themetalpig7613]

Fleetwood Mac was the first gig my parents took me to as a kid, but Slipknot was the first concert I ever took myself to. It was the first time they visited Melbourne Australia and years later, after several album releases, I heard someone in the band say that this gig was still in their top 3 all time. I'd recommend Fear Factory - Demanufacture and Obsolete. Both great futuristic sounding albums, grooving heavy riffs and soaring choruses. It's not the beginning of their discog but it's close.

[@mollyesanborn]

Slipknot is a great band to claim as your first concert, I'm sure that was wild! And I've got Fear Factory on my list, I'll definitely consider those albums for future videos.

[@themetalpig7613]

@@mollyesanborn The fans antics outside before doors opened were wilder than what happened inside lol!

[@baddayoverdosed]

My first concert that I went to was Slipknot, Slayer, Mudvayne and Sevendust! Totally agree with the impact they have

[@mollyesanborn]

That's hilarious, sometimes the fans be CRAZY!

[@TheStarBlack]

Definitely second Fear Factory Obsolete!

[@npc1172]

This is an older video but these dudes were absolutely insane when they came out. They were to my knowledge the first band like this to breakthrough the mainstream.

[@hansjavis5854]

MOLLY! This was a great choice! Clown from Slipknot actually helped produce Mudvayne’s L.D. 50., so there is a link between reviews. Really enjoyed your review. I had heard a lot of hard stuff like Cannibal and Deicide, but Slipknot made heavy music groove. So far I’ve seen you enjoy this album, but I hope Purity is on this playlist.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, as heavy as this album is it does have such a great groove to it. I love it!

[@stef1651]

I haven't listened to this album in a while, but after this video I confirm it's just as I remembered, pure madness lol It's interesting how you immediately noticed the amazing rhythm section: besides having a great drummer, the band has two additional percussionists which are usually overlooked, but they make a huge difference compared to any other band. Also, all the strange sounds you heard throughout the album that made the whole thing feel even more insane are thanks to the TWO DJs (yeah, there's nine guys on this record, it's crazy). And the voice...ooooh, the voice! There's nothing I could say about Corey Taylor that you didn't already say in the video: the guy is just an amazing singer, super talented! And if you enjoyed his clean vocals, wait until you hear Slipknot's third album: starting from that record, the band added A LOT of clean vocals, showcasing how great of a singer Corey is! With that said, if you want more Slipknot I recommend going in cronological order, so the next one would be Iowa. I'd say it's even heavier than this one, even though it's not nearly as crazy: there's a more "methodical" violence in Iowa, it's heavy and menacing in a more rational and controlled way, if that makes sense ^^' see it like this: listening to the self titled is like watching Leatherface in action, while listening to Iowa is more like watching Michael Myers. The video was very entertaining as always, I'm looking forward to see more Slipknot on the channel ^^

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks for the comment! I can't wait to hear more from Slipknot, it sounds like Iowa will be pretty amazing. And that's really cool that they had multiple percussionists and DJs for this album, it really makes a difference with producing such a rich, layered sound to their music.

[@sussychachi]

Fun fact: Corey Taylor octave range is 5, which is super wide, making him the second widest vocalist in metal. Mike patton range is 6.5, which is a bit more wider, making him the first. It's amazing how Corey is influenced by Mike, and they both have amazing talent in their range of octaves.

[@mollyesanborn]

That's cool, I can't wait to get more into Mike Patton's music and hear his voice!

[@dcmastermindfirst9418]

Lol. Dani filth from Cradle of filth has a 5.6 range. His screams are vastly superior than Corey's. The widest range on earth is Tim Storms with a shattering 10 octave range.

[@deepintothewoooods]

what’s octave range this is the first time i’m hearing about this

[@idgaf23547]

Rob halford has a 6 octave vocal range tho

[@purplegrapiest]

I just found your channel and God damn are you a breath of fresh air in this reaction genre on KZbin. Your narration over the review as you explain your thoughts really adds something simple and so underused. Keep it up, keen to see more.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thank you! I appreciate the kind words :)

[@vxrdrummer]

The best album ever made, but you need to hear the version with Frail Limb Nursey and Purity. Purity is one of my favourite tracks ever, but Eyeless is probably the best Slipknot song for me. I'm glad you seemed to enjoy this record. It made such an impression on me that I still remember the date I bought it. Sept 6th 1999 was one of the best days in my life. At first, Me Inside was only available on the DigiPak as a bonus Track. Its a stunner. Eyeore was only on the Digipak as well. It's still weird to hear it in this order though as Liberate was always track 10 on the original. The effects are from Craig the Sampler, and Sid the DJ guy.

[@mollyesanborn]

I'll definitely have to give Frail Limb Nursery and Purity a listen!

[@JohnnyGingy]

Agreed Purity is amazing

[@michelangelo5903]

i always love when Corey yells “moother FUUUUCKKEEEEERRRR” it sounds so good

[@josephk8469]

The best album ever made ? lol

[@bloodysabbath1984]

Have you ever seen god?

[@obenohnebohne]

This album is one of the defining records that have changed my life (musically and literally). I was a introverted, quite teenager, sheltered from everything. English isn’t my first language so I didn’t pay to much attention to the lyrics but the energy and rawness captured me. Though this music I could express my feelings. It gave me energy out of nowwhere. I started dancing in my room. I felt understood. Before I discoverd Metal, I had mostly to radio music and hip-hop. So Nu-Metal (mix between Rap + Metal) was the next logical step because I was looking for harder, more intense music. Although this album is heavy af, it has a lot of clean elements in it and that is what made me fell in love with it. I need the mix between heavy and soft vocals. It made me feel alive and full of energy. It was later in life when I looked at the lyrics. The dark and personal lyrics fit the album very well. It might sound contradicting but the darkness on this album has helped me to keep the light in my life. For that I am forever thankful. Metal has made me a more calm and collected, more relaxed human being. Slipknot is a great part of my life.

[@-Infinite92-]

I love the first few slipknot albums, you picked up on everything I noticed initially too! That dark, energetic, but also playful tone to their sound. It's really a direct expression of their personalities overall. They went through a lot of fucked up struggles at this time in their lives, but no matter how dark they got they always found ways to make it playful and light too. Kinda similar to how Jackass works actually. It's a way to watch what would normally be pretty fucked up to witness, and instead turn it into something accessible for all. Also I'm glad you kept picking up on the percussion elements, because in early interviews they mentioned that was a main goal of theirs. To create this overwhelming percussive sound by using the 2 side percussion kits along with the drummer. Doesn't always come through in the mix, or even live, but when it does come to the front it's something special. Also if you aren't yet aware, there's 9 members in Slipknot. All the sounds you hear are actually someone playing an instrument. Even the electronic and atmospheric samples. Lead vocals, 2 guitarists, bass, 2 percussionists, drummer, DJ, and sampler. So even live one member, Craig 133 Jones, plays a keyboard with a laptop to do all those atmospheric samples live. And Sid Wilson does all the DJ turntable record scratching live as well. It's impressive as hell to witness them all play together. Or even write cohesive sounding music with that many people lol. I'm just glad I got to see them live with their original member lineup, RIP Paul and Joey, back in 2009 in San Jose CA. Was front row near the center, it was one of the greatest concerts I've been to, still to this day. Anyways I love seeing people work their way into the heavy side of music and metal. There's so much to appreciate beyond the intensity and aggression, even in the more extreme end of the metal spectrum. I'm excited to see if you end up going down that path eventually and check out some of the current heavy bands out there. Like Slaughter to Prevail, Mental Cruelty (a personal favorite right now with their last album), Brand of Sacrifice, Shadow of Intent, Enterprise Earth, Archspire (incredible technical death metal band), and many others. But working your way up to those bands is a fun ride. It took me over a decade of listening to metal to get into that more extreme side and now it's just normal lol. I started with bands like In Flames, Skindred (super fun reggae rock band), All That Remains, As I Lay Dying, Within The Ruins, Periphery, and a bunch of other hard rock, metalcore, and post hardcore bands before getting into deathcore and tech death, and prog genres. So yeah sorry for the ramblings, but hopefully you'll work your way to these bands one day, it's refreshing to see someone go and listen to albums front to back in one sitting. I think it gives a better perspective on a bands sound this way. Some of my favorite songs are usually not the singles or popular ones that have videos. There's always hidden gems inside each album. And in metal a lot of the time albums are produced so songs blend from one to the next, and are curated with an ebb and flow in mind. So the listener doesn't too worn out with 5 fast intense songs back to back without some break and variety change in between. You only really can pick up on that extra work by listening to the full album.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks for taking the time to leave this comment, I appreciate it! Yeah, the percussion is fantastic across this whole album, I had no idea that Slipknot had so many band members but now I can understand why their sound is so well developed and layered, there's so much going on. And a DJ too, now those sound effects make sense! And I totally understand the progression you're talking about in terms of listening to this music. Had I heard Slipknot for the first time just a year or so ago I'm not sure if I would have liked it... but it's almost like I've gradually been training my ears to start to appreciate the nuances of this style of music and now I'm addicted. I'm looking forward to continuing on to some of the more extreme bands you mention in your comment! :)

[@mikestelzer2027]

We bought this, system of a down 1st album. Obsolete by Fear Factory, and Dark Side of the Spoon by Ministry on the same day. Of all the albums Dark Side has remained my fav for many years but at the time the Slipknot was the most impactful

[@mollyesanborn]

Now I'll have to check out Obsolete and Dark Side Of The Spoon! Haven't heard either of those yet...

[@mikestelzer2027]

@@mollyesanborn ministry started as 80s synth pop, then pioneered industrial, then turned to industrial metal, eventually speed metal, and they continue to twist and change. My all time fav band

[@SolarDNA]

Yes! Big respect for the Fear Factory suggestion! 🤘😁

[@almostterrestrial8714]

Damn glad I found your channel, sick stuff man

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, glad you're enjoying the videos! :)

[@gasmaskestore8018]

The sampling and turntable work on this album is monolithic, complements the tone of the songs so well, the whole concept of the record is about becoming insane in the real world, very cereblral subliminal record, loved your video and comments, very authentic and I loved that you paid attention althrough. suscribed!

[@mollyesanborn]

I completely agree! Someone else in the comments posted a link to a video playing all of the samples that they used on this album, and there are so many I didn't even pick up on during my first listen through. It's really incredible how they incorporate all of those different sounds.

[@gamesystem540]

LOT of memories with this album ! Just for information, Eeyore is theorically not the 15th song, but also the 14th with Scissors, because it"s originally a hidden track. Please do a Fear Factory album !

[@danielmarrero7225]

Pls youtube for the love of slipknot, make this young lady more recommended and famous.🙏

[@mollyesanborn]

❤️

[@kkk72567]

Yeah, Cory's vocals are insane. Pretty much guttural distorted yelling. So passionate. When I listened to this as a teen I was blown away how brutal music could be.

[@captpootis8495]

If you want to, You should listen to their second album, Iowa. Which is without a doubt their heaviest and most gruesome album they have made. Still is my absolute favorite album next to their third “Vol. 3 The subliminal verses”.

[@mollyesanborn]

Definitely planning on reactions to Iowa and Vol. 3. Can't wait to hear more from Slipknot!

[@svvampthangofficial6680]

wow its crazy to me that someone has only listened to this in 2022 lol, i found this album when i was 12 and it changed my life for ever.

[@mollyesanborn]

I know, I'm so late to the party! I'm glad I'm finally hearing Slipknot's music though, can't wait to hear more albums from them.

[@jamesmcd71]

That's the best description I've ever heard of Slipknot. It sounds like someone's sanity is coming undone. I love it. I listen to Slipnot everyday on the way to work.

[@itschavez115]

Nu Metal is one of those genres that the debut albums kick ass!!! Loving these reactions!!! Cheers Molly!

[@mollyesanborn]

YES! These debuts are amazing, System of a Down, Korn, Slipknot, Mudvayne, they all just killed it right off the bat with their music.

[@WretchedDrummer]

This is so awesome to see someone react to this for the first time, and actually appreciate it. This band was my childhood like when i was 9 till like 15 i was obsessed. Im a drummer, thanks to Joey (one of my main inspirations). His death impacted me rough. Their masks made them marketable. They were original. And 9 total band members was insane, the stage show was next level with bats being swung at beer kegs and everyone jumping and headbanging in unison. The energy was something the mainstream had never seen before. The Peak Mtv days. Cory (the vocalist) wrote a book about his life and thats where he revealed he was r*ped as a young boy, by an older neighborhood kid he thought was his friend. His lyrics and way he screams his music is like therapy for him. You can hear him break down and expose his tortured soul. Thats why so many people love Slipknot, this music saves peoples lives and lets them know theyre not the only “sic” ones suffering in the world. We’re all maggots. Family.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks for the comment, and I'm glad you enjoyed the video! As a newbie to Slipknot I'm so excited for the journey ahead into the rest of their music. I loved hearing this album from them, that energy and emotion they pour into their music is so powerful and makes them really stand out as a band.

[@AM-yb5dh]

i really love the way you break down every layer of every song, so happy to see u listen to one of my favorite bands, first half is definitely the best but the second half adds to the album just as well overall just awsome. love the vids keep it up! and if you liked this one then im sure u will love iowa!!!

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I appreciate that! Slipknot is pretty incredible, I love their sound. Iowa is sure to be amazing, can't wait to hear it :)

[@monsieurfrank1]

Thanks for doing this. My favorite album of all time

[@cowsdotricks]

Producer Ross Robinson, famous for his career with KoRn, is known for extracting legendary studio performances. Ross did debut albums for KoRn, Limp Bizkit, Slipknot, Deftones, Soulfly & other great albums from Sepultura and Fear Factory.

[@justinuv]

Fun fact… slipknot has 9 members.. a drummer.. 2 percussionist…. (So nice pickup noticing the thickness) 2 guitarists.. bass.. a dj… a samplist and Corey fucking Taylor on vocals..

[@stupidkid82]

Another great reaction Molly, I wish I could listen through brand new ears again. Your videos are as close as I'll get.

[@mollyesanborn]

That makes me happy to hear! Glad you're enjoying the reactions :)

[@oscarrugerio1222]

I love that you're getting realistic about what are the good things of the band even if you like it or not because you have that sense of appreciation of understanding the difficulty of making this. Next one must be Iowa ♥️

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I appreciate that! I try to keep an open mind with music. And I'm looking forward to hearing Iowa!

[@calebb6165]

This album is an absolute masterpiece, I listen to this every time I start my workouts. It never gets old, and I am happy to see another person enjoying this album.

[@mollyesanborn]

Great workout music for sure!

[@YONATOOTH]

You are just awesome! Love they way you embrace music that you’ve never heard before. It’s so real and pure curiosity. You are already one of my favourites on KZbin and have been for a while ♥️

[@mollyesanborn]

This comment is so sweet, thank you! Glad that the videos are resonating with you, I just really love music and I'm happy that my passion for it is coming across in these reactions :)

[@miguelpicazo6213]

Amazing I love everything about this reaction it was really genuine and you described them perfectly, Slipknot defenley has their own UNIQUE sound I have never heard anything like them especially this Album I love it so much the 4 tracks have such different styles it really is so different such a well put together work of art.

[@mollyesanborn]

Glad you enjoyed the reaction! Slipknot really is unique, I love all of the energy that they pour into this album.

[@noneyabusiness7161]

Never saw your reviews before but now I am hooked ! Loved watching u review them

[@mollyesanborn]

Aw, thanks! Glad to hear you're enjoying the videos :D

[@Amocoru]

I love your commentary. Don't stop here. Listen to them all.

[@JUJUJUNO]

This album is priceless, amazing stuff! I deffinitely enjoy it less now after all those years I heard it, but still hits hard as all hell, and the instrumental, with the hip-hop quality, industrial beats and experimental guitar screechings, is just mind-blowing still, i adore the manic aggression this record transmits, with sprinkles of melancholy and bloodlusted grieve. Eyeless is problably my favorite but when I was younger, Scissors completely anihilated me, I was soooo blown away by the sinister, psichotic sound. Might as well recomend one, so I think Undestroyed by Free Salamander Exhibit might be a really cool choice. Don't know if they ever released anything other than this one record but only that is already pretty nuts.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, there are some moments on this album where that really sinister tone shines which I love, Scissors is definitely one of those tracks that highlights it. I'll definitely check out your album suggestion, thanks :)

[@gilbertglitch6309]

Can't wait to hear your thoughts on their album All Hope Is Gone

[@mollyesanborn]

Can't wait to hear it :D

[@waxilliamladrian]

Super cool to see someone react to this album while clearly knowing a decent amount about music, picking up on which instruments and production elements are there is cool. You really appreciate the layers and genres here and so do I! This album is incredibly unique and underrated for sure.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, I appreciate that! This album is really fantastic, they did a great job with the layering and combining different elements in a way that works so well.

[@waxilliamladrian]

@@mollyesanborn Definitely! This band has nine members and you would think it would always just clump together but they really know how to play to each of their strengths. Not everyone picks up on that from my experience, you have a good ear!

[@fireseed-metal]

this album got me through so many hard times when i was in high school. i'm glad you enjoyed it :) Eyeless was the first Slipknot song I ever heard and i've been a fan ever since

[@jonathanfitch32774]

I’m new to your channel. I gotta say I love how you listen to whole albums so you can get the vibe of all of it. Now, prepare yourself for one of the darkest albums ever recorded in this genre… their second album, IOWA. Recorded when the band basically hated everything including each other. Every one of them had something horrible going on in each of their lives and it definitely shows. I can’t wait to see your reaction to it!

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, glad you're enjoying the channel! I can't wait to hear Iowa soon, I'm sure it'll be amazing.

[@juliusmabry4839]

Oh my godddd I’m so excited!! I found this album when i was like 14 and Slipknot has been one of my favorite bands since. Hell yeah!!

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah it's an awesome album! Hope you enjoy the reaction :D

[@juliusmabry4839]

@@mollyesanborn They have a long and varied discography; seriously one of the more important metal groups of the era. I know you’ll be blown away by Iowa!

[@Hella-cones]

Everyone in this band is a superstar musician, which is what blew me away about it the first time I heard them (which was this record, actually). Excited for you to hear more of them and potentially react to them for us to watch as well. For fun, watch some videos of them playing live. They’re truly a powerhouse live act, still to this day the best live band I’ve ever seen. I came home with a bloody eyebrow, covered in bruises, and loved every second.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, I'll definitely be doing more Slipknot reactions! This album was crazy. I'll check out some of their live performances too.

[@paulcrick856]

Great review and insight as usual, thanks. Debut albums are so good to see where a bands sound originated.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thank you! Yeah, I'm loving all of these amazing debut albums I've been getting into lately.

[@xaviergutierrez4382]

Good job with the red top to match their red jump suits 👌 this album changed my life, it was like taking speed, coke and 10 cans of red bull. Great job once again, once I saw your head bobing I said oh yeah she gets it...🤘🤘🤘

[@mollyesanborn]

Gotta go red for Slipknot I guess! That was actually totally unintentional too, haha. Glad you enjoyed the reaction, they certainly bring the energy and I'm excited to hear more music from them.

[@aleksastamenkovic5526]

What you described sounds like a extreme heart attack😂

[@hellboyy7019]

Amazing how this album opened a door to a lot of people, even though i was born in 2003 the first three albums were still a huge part of me growing up. Sad to think that there ain't many new bands doing that for younger kids

[@sophiegonzales2615]

Same here

[@edwardcrites4630]

So happy to see you covering this! I only got into them recently but they've definitely become one of my favorites.

[@DudleyDawg]

This was one of those albums I picked up without knowing anything about the band, but the album cover looked cool. It was just amazing and so different from everything else I had heard at that time, with the amazing mix of aggression, electronics and incredible drumming by the legendary Joey Jordison. Still one of my all time favorite metal albums to this day.

[@NehemiahRyan]

Sweet! You finally got to Slipknot. This is probably one of the top five NuMetal albums of all time, but in my opinion their second album is their best. It's got much more singing and is generally more melodic and accessable, while still being super heavy and raw. Here are what I would consider to be the top five NuMetal albums ever, based upon their impact on pop culture. I doubt anyone would disagree with this list: 1. Korn - Follow the Leader 2. Limp Bizkit - Significant Other 3. Deftones - White Pony 4. Slipknot - Slipknot 5. Linkin Park - Hybrid Theory

[@mollyesanborn]

I am so looking forward to hearing Iowa! I'm sure it'll be great. And as for your list, looks like I've got some Linkin Park and Limp Bizkit to listen to now.

[@Retro_Hero_Music]

This album is awesome, thanks for reviewing it

[@mollyesanborn]

Of course! I loved hearing Slipknot, pretty wild stuff but it scratches some musical itch I didn't know I had haha. Can't wait to hear more from them!

[@yourface8700]

Slipknot is a very unique band because of their roster of members. They have 3 percussionists (Joey Jordison RIP, Shawn Crahan, Chris Fehn), 2 guitar players (Jim Root, Mick Thompson), 2 sampler/turntable (Sid Wilson, Craig Jones), 1 bass (Paul Grey RIP), and 1 vocalist (Corey Taylor). Having 9 members gives them such a unique sound that is very rhythm heavy. Their early stuff is pure aggression and anger because of their state, they were pretty much all alcoholics and drug addicts that had really tough lives. They since sobered up but it’s such a crucial part to their story. Also Lead Guitar Jim Root and the vocalist Corey Taylor were both in the band Stone Sour before Slipknot that only recently went on hiatus.

[@TheStarBlack]

Ahh! Your channel just keeps making me realise how lucky I was to have all this music released when I was a teenager. This, Korn and SOAD got me through so much darkness and gave me a peer group where I felt accepted as myself. Lovely as always to see them being discovered afresh 20+ years later.

[@mollyesanborn]

You were lucky to have these bands growing up! As cool as it is to be discovering them I can imagine they'd have an even bigger impact on growing up with them and following along with their progression as their albums were released. Glad you're enjoying these videos though, I'm loving these awesome band discoveries!

[@TheStarBlack]

@@mollyesanborn yeah definitely. I think the music I surrounded myself with as a teenager changed who I am, altered my outlook on the world and gave me a little place where I belonged! I'm sure there are bands throughout time that have had the same impact on people but for me it was these guys. How about you Molly, is there any music that has had that effect on you growing up?

[@mollyesanborn]

A lot of pop/electronic music actually, some rock too. The Killers (Day and Age/Hot Fuss) was certainly impactful in my early teen years. I'd say Crystal castles was another huge one for me. When I first heard their music it made me really start to think about what music could be. It sounded so chaotically beautiful, it just blew my mind. M83, Chvrches, Grimes, fka twigs, Bjork, there are a bunch more but those are the ones that immediately come to mind.

[@TheStarBlack]

@@mollyesanborn interesting, I think my tastes mellowed with age while you seem to be going in the opposite direction! I haven't heard any of those except The Killers and Bjork. Hot Fuss is great album! I'd recommend 90s-2000s Muse if you haven't heard any of that.

[@mollyesanborn]

Muse is great, I love a lot of the stuff they've put out. You're absolutely right about my music taste, it seems to be getting crazier and more extreme the older I get hehe!

[@Errcyco]

Prosthetics their best song ever! wasn't expecting this album hell yeah

[@mollyesanborn]

That one is soooo good! Love the creepy industrial tone of it.

[@alexearnshaw1468]

Probably my favourite track on this album bro 💯

[@realburglazofficial2613]

It’s a slow burner for sure. No Life is a _perfect_ rap-metal track. This whole album is a masterpiece!

[@hectorThechilldudeonacouch]

That album is really intense, with their second album-Iowa is really amazing as well. This band is a band I still need to hear live, you should listen to Puerto Rico band- Puya, their album Fundamental got them to play Ozzfest.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah such a great album, and now I'm really looking forward to Iowa. I've never heard of Puya before, I'll have to check out their music!

[@SeanLearyMusic]

Amazingly insightful reaction, subscribed! This and "Iowa" are ridiculously good albums that just don't stop.

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to Iowa...

[@guitartonetopia]

So awesome to see a young person checking out (and enjoying) all this music that is now 20yrs+ old. I'm now 39 and grew up on all this stuff 👍. You're reminding me to go back and listen to these albums myself

[@mollyesanborn]

That's awesome to hear! Glad my videos are inspiring you to dig back into these awesome bands :)

[@Chris24_]

Man I’ve waited so long for this video! Please please PLEASE! Do Underoath at some point, you won’t be disappointing ✊🏻

[@mollyesanborn]

Hope ya liked the video! I'll definitely have to keep Underoath in mind for the future :)

[@cmft9358]

Scissors is easily one of their darkest and most visceral songs! I know it's kinda disgusting but hearing Corey gag from all the screaming at the very end is just perfect. It's such a small thing but it both embodies and captures the whole feeling of that song so well and it always shakes me a little 😅 I can highly recommend you their Live performance of Prosthetics @ Dynamo 2000 if you're going for a deep dive on Slipknot. It's amazing I think and catches this cold industrial and chaotic sorta psychotic vibe of the song perfectly + it's early days Slipknot playing their tour for this very album so can't ever go wrong with that 😉🤘

[@mollyesanborn]

Yes, that song is amazing! So dark and twisted, I love the tone of it. Probably one of my current favorites from this album. I'll definitely have to check out some of their live stuff!

[@tingkagol]

Here I am smiling because your reactions are just spot on. I especially liked how you described Tattered and Torn as "demented".

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@atomcraft4067]

Ross Robinson was the producer for this album and you can really hear his signature techniques all the way through. Really dry and compressed which gives this album and others he produced during this era it's tonal qualities.

[@sussychachi]

Slipknot early stuff was experimental before their first album; that album was a very experimental demo ; it was influenced by mr.bungle. Corey Taylor stated him seeing Mike patton perform a faith no more song on MTV is what inspired him to become a singer in his younger years. :3 You can research this if you don't believe me. ^-^

[@drzobico]

I like how detailed you broke down every song from this amazing album! I really recommend you listen and break down their second Album Iowa!

[@mollyesanborn]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! I'm definitely planning on an Iowa reaction now, can't wait to hear it :)

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

I love that about these videos and her general reactions that are always cute lol. From Deftones , S O A D , Korn (which I gotta watch) , Now skipknot .. Molly is our treasure for these🤘🏻😈🤘🏻

[@sherwinrueben2562]

yea molly, tis album was a definite game changer, i remember myself and 2 friends all were abroad in different countries when the album dropped and we all came back home with the cd. it was mindblowing.

[@brentblackmon9981]

I wish I could listen to this album for the first time again, awesome video!! One of my favorite albums and i'm glad you appreciate it too

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, this album was wild! So glad I finally checked out Slipknot's music.

[@JaysarOfArden]

Great reaction and great thoughts! If you thought this one was intense though, they crank it up to 11 on their second album, which is much darker and heavier with better production. Arguably better than their first album and all of their subsequent material as well. Really recommend you react to that!

[@oguzhanay3767]

wrong

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, I'll definitely do a reaction to it! Can't wait to hear it.

[@B.Muff_Enjoyer]

Molly, what about "Three Dollars Bill, Y'all's" - the Limp Bizkit's debut album?

[@bobby_c07]

I love that album. Really don't dig anything else they did but 3 dollar bill rocks.

[@mollyesanborn]

That one's on my list! I'm looking forward to hearing what Limp Bizkit is going to sound like.

[@B.Muff_Enjoyer]

@@mollyesanborn oh, they are so strange and funny! But their music is really exciting...Fred Durst's vocalisations are awesome:)

[@TheWretchedMammoth]

I second this opinion!

[@AariKillbridge]

I have listened to this album many times and never get tired of it, the fusion of genres is what makes it so unique. My favorite album of the band.

[@williamsussman7343]

Yo more great content, was your 777th like lol =] liked how you almost immediately praised the percussion (rip Joey), and I’m still on the edge of my seat for the Mr Bungle vid whenever you get to it 😋

[@mollyesanborn]

Yes, that percussion is amazing! And I'm looking forward to Mr Bungle, I'll hopefully do a reaction to them soon.

[@bionicprime3952]

You should check out Frail Limp Nursery & Purity, they were originally on the album but were removed due to Slipknot going to court over the 2 tracks. Purity is easily one of my favorite songs from them.

[@themetalpig7613]

Yeah definitely my preferred track list. I like the extra songs from the deluxe edition, but not when they are put up into the track list like they are here.

[@kevinbanuelos5007]

Purity is awesome! Also I liked the hyper version of Spit it out, not to mention the live version.

[@themetalpig7613]

@@kevinbanuelos5007 Wait and Bleed had a nice alternate version on the single too.

[@mollyesanborn]

I'll definitely have to do that, thanks for letting me know!

[@atomrules1012]

Fun Fact: The audio sample in 742617000027 is from a documentary about Charles Manson. 742617000027 is the barcode number for their demo album “Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat.”

[@atomrules1012]

Also the original version of this album has two track “Frail Limb Nursery” and “Purity” where “Me Inside” would be.

[@blueberrydenim4807]

I never knew that tidbit about the barcode, MFKR is super underrated imo

[@mollyesanborn]

Cool, thanks for the info! I'll have to listen to Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. at some point too.

[@user-cq2fc8ue7s]

25 years later this album still is a masterpiece.

[@flamesofhell6449]

Hello I am a maggot. I have been listening to Slipknot when they first came out and I was 14/15 at the time. This is a unique and great band like you never heard before. Thank you for listening to them.

[@boundlessbag3562]

The lead singer is Corey Taylor and he is an amazing singer

[@mollyesanborn]

He is fantastic! I love his voice.

[@kristenellsworth9621]

Yeah he has an amazing voice.

[@royfablooo2810]

I used to play this Album before I enter school, just makes you pump that blood so you can be ready for a whole day of school.

[@ericfoster8411]

They truly came out swinging with all the rage of the universe with this album. It’s the soundtrack to my 11-13 year old self. I’m 34 now so it’s been a part of my life pretty much the entire time.

[@unpoppablebubble]

I'm probably gonna get flack for saying this, but one of my favourite elements of this is how it builds on what other nu metal albums in the years before done, similar to the first couple of Korn and Deftones albums and even the first Limp Bizkit album, but like all of them, Slipknot made it their own thing and made some genuinely incredible music (as did most of the first wave nu bands). I'm glad you described it as playful, I never thought of it that way, more experimental, but what is experimentation without being playful? Enjoyed that little bit of perspective. Excellent video once again Molly, Slipknot, like most of the first wave nu metallers, really changed my taste in music as a kid and I constantly still find new things I love about these songs I first heard when I wasn't even 10 yet, but it's incredible how nearly 23 years later this music still sounds as fresh and exciting today.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, you can really hear that in their music, how they take certain elements from earlier nu metal bands but somehow make it their own as well. Such a great album, they certainly carved out a new sound with it and I'm so excited to hear what their following albums are going to sound like!

[@mrpinkchink]

For me, Slipknot begins and ends with their first three albums. It covers the entire evolution of the band. Do react to Iowa when you find the time!

[@MecodoVision]

Anything after 3rd doesn’t even sound like slipknot

[@mollyesanborn]

Definitely planning on it, I'm excited to hear Iowa!

[@BlindEyeTwist]

Same unfortunately.

[@ResurrectionDreams]

Completely agree with you on that. Those are the only albums by the band that I need.

[@hiphopanonymous24]

Completely agree. Iowa took what they did on the self titled, and made it heavier, but more focused, and then subliminal verses expanded on their sound while keeping the essence of what made them great in the first place. Everything after that just felt like a less impressive rehash of the things they did before, and then once Paul and Joey were gone it was more nails in the coffin for me (no pun intended)

[@batmanfan7506]

I’m not familiar with your channel and I’m really happy I came across this. It reminds me of showing friends who aren’t use to heavier music and seeing how much they actually enjoy it. I have a recommendation for you if you see this, I would love to hear what you think of the album Eroded Corridors of Unbeing by Spectral Voice. It may be the most unique band you have reviewed on this channel. Give it a shot, I think you’ll dig it.

[@mollyesanborn]

Glad you found the channel! I'll certainly have to check out that Spectral Voice album, thanks for suggesting it :)

[@benjaminburton2082]

Yeah Molly!!! You did Slipknot!!!! Please do Iowa. It’s their second album that most consider their best album. Definitely my favorite. Thanks for doing this one bro!!!

[@mollyesanborn]

Yes, I'm looking forward to Iowa!

[@zombiespongebob6903]

Awesome breakdown. Never thought of some of them comments that way towards the songs on this album but make total sense.

[@mollyesanborn]

Glad you enjoyed the video :D