My First Time Listening to The Paradigm Shift by Korn | My Reaction

[@foreverfragrance7]

This album was the return of Brian Head Welch their second guitar player so they are back to the 5 piece at this time.

[@mollyesanborn]

You can really hear the difference too, I love the funkiness their music has when they've got the full band.

[@gregoryjames174]

Munky and Head back again! Korn hasn't been the same without Head, which you can hear in the different styles Korn tried to do in his absence. They were good albums, they just weren't Korn enough.

[@alonzoaries]

​@@mollyesanborn You should try an album by ill nino, dope ass band fr

[@brennendavis3283]

The Paradigm Shift is the first album with their guitarist Brian Head Welch back, and it shows. The next three albums are especially good.

[@SoloWhiteRabbit]

The song "Hater" is included in the deluxe version of the album, but I would recommend listening to it. The band released a single and a music video for this song.

[@NotExplicable]

A mix of heavy yet still grungy and weird Korn vibe, this is one of the most complete modern Korn albums.

[@kai_henrik]

Finally Korn again!

[@mollyesanborn]

Haha yeah, I've been meaning to get to this album for a long time! I'll try and get to Serenity of Suffering before another 2 months goes by 😂

[@sriver004]

"Spike In My Veins" I feel is the song that has stood the test of time, at least for me. I loved "Love and Meth" as well when it was new good song but "Spike In My Veins" I still pop into my Playlists here and there because I get the itch to listen to it.

[@floridity]

i love this entire album but spike in my veins always stands out from the rest for me, it just has that sound to it that i can’t explain

[@ihatespy]

I can't wait for the next 2 especially "The Nothing" you can feel his pain in that album with all happened in his life around that time.

[@BATTIS94]

A literal paradigm shift for Korn. In my opinion, the band finds Its footing again in this album after a going in a ton of different directions. SYOTOS was them trying new stuff, Untitled was them trying new stuff, The Path of Totality was them trying new stuff. You could argue that they've been trying to incorporate electronic elements for a while now, but HERE is where things click for me.

[@Backpfeifengesicht4u]

Victimized's chorus and breakdown is straight fire 🔥

[@Hicks-g1m]

I love the Paradigm Shift from Korn 🤘

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah it is a really fun listen! They did a great job blending their original sound with a really modern approach.

[@kai_henrik]

Such a great album As a Korn fan since 2002, the return of Head and coming back to a more classic sound made me feel like a kid again.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah his return on this album was much needed in my opinion, their sound is definitely starting to shift again toward that heavier tone that I love!

[@metalfury5153]

The return of Head on this album definitely breathed new life to the band. I cannot wait to hear your reaction to the next three albums because goddamn, if you love that classic heavy-quirkiness of the Korn sound, youll have a field day with them.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah, hearing this album made me realize how much I've missed their classic sound from the last few Korn albums I've done. I'm definitely excited to finish out their discography now!

[@MrPopsfreshnmyer]

This album reconfigured Korn back into a 5-piece. The production on this album is very clean and the next 3 albums bring back the creep factor. SoS is incredible, it's everything fans love about Korn and it pushes their individual skills further along.

[@Norg1]

its been 10 years already lord jesus the Return on Head was nice the producer was the same one who produced Linkin park

[@mollyesanborn]

His return was much needed, I agree! This album definitely was a return to form for Korn, I love that we're getting some of their original sound back on this record.

[@jonathanrendon8579]

This album is such a great lead up to their next two

[@mollyesanborn]

Oh man everyone keeps hyping up the next albums! I'll try and get to them real soon.

[@BreakingNVain]

​@@mollyesanborn The Nothing is arguably their best album, although Untouchables has a great argument

[@jbitts]

@@mollyesanborn the hype is real, next two are amazing, especially serenity

[@jonathanrendon8579]

@@BreakingNVain The Nothing is truly superb.

[@loochan-o7174]

As ironic as it sounds, i love "never never" and this album made me fall in love again with korn... and the others that followed. I love all the killer riffs, the heaviness of the sound, the electronic touch, the powerful vocals. Lullaby is a great ballad❤

[@lekerkenerken4195]

The next album it´s amazing, can´t wait to your reaction.

[@mollyesanborn]

I can't wait to hear Serenity Of Suffering!

[@jbitts]

I am beyond excited for you to hear the next album, your gonna knock your shelf over and start throwing stuff. As a long time Korn fan since 95 I literally had tears of joy when I first heard the serenity of suffering

[@mollyesanborn]

I'm so excited to hear it! :)

[@hunterwilliams8490]

These next two albums, SOS and The Nothing really lean into the heavier side while keeping electronic influence. Then Requiem is a short, stripped back album that just highlights the what the band has done well for years. Enjoy the rest of the journey! Next year will be 30 years of KoRn so I’m assuming they’ll have something up their sleeves

[@raulfigueroa588]

I love Requiem. It is ethereal and strangely hopeful for a Korn album. It’s one of my all-time favorites

[@fmilton20]

Heads return album. As a fan I needed this album. While I love EVERY album Korn have recorded its just not the same without him. Can't wait for you to hear Serenity of Suffering.

[@PotawatomiThunderNew]

Great review! I was really confused for a second at the end. I was gonna say you were missing the last two songs, “Wish I Wasn’t Born Today” and “Tell Me What You Want” which kinda bummed me out because Wish I Wasn’t Born Today, but then I realized it was because the version of the album I own is the deluxe edition and those 2 songs are just bonus songs and I’m just used to them being the final 2 songs on the album. This was a good review though, I was really looking forward to it. Can’t wait until the Serenity of Suffering review.

[@kai_henrik]

Don't make us wait that long for the next album. Serenity of Suffering is a masterpiece of Korn's modern era

[@mollyesanborn]

Haha, yeah I'll try and get to Serenity Of Suffering real soon! :)

[@HohnerCornell]

Top 5 Korn albums for me :D, The Serenity of Suffering is great.

[@luiscaetano1205]

Serenity of Suffering is their best album since Untouchables (in my opinion).

[@lilyluhtwizzy]

@@mollyesanborn It is filled with masterpiece after masterpiece, and I believe it has three bonus tracks. You are in for a hell of a ride trust me 😂😂

[@alysdaxei]

Serenity of Suffering is my favorite of their recent albums.

[@glx3846]

I like the sound of the album. It has a nostalgic feeling and quality to it

[@mollyesanborn]

I enjoy the sound of it too, it fuses a really modern electronic tone with splashes of that Korn quirkiness from time to time.

[@Jackadiah]

Molly, your in for a treat with the next 3 albums. They kind of form a trilogy in my mind.

[@ashyvlogs1132]

Love to see more korn, keep it up!

[@mollyesanborn]

Yay, glad you're enjoying my Korn journey! I'm excited for Serenity of Suffering next :)

[@TheMrCaden101]

Great reaction as always! Serenity of Suffering is up there with the all time great KoRn albums!

[@mollyesanborn]

Ahh I'm so excited to check that one out next!

[@darthdev]

Great one Molly! 👏❤ This one was when 'Head' retuned to the band, and it showed! From here on they ramped back up to greatness, can't wait for you to react to next 2 albums! 🤘🤗

[@mollyesanborn]

Ahh yes his return is definitely apparent in the sound on this album, I love that they return to those awesome Korn instrumentals that make their music shine. I can't wait to hear the remainder of their albums from this point forward :)

[@posteveryside-beatsnews]

This album I had on repeat when it first came out for months

[@EyeShotFirst]

I'm glad you made it to when I feel like Korn finally came back, as strong as ever. This album Jonathan and Head kinda butted heads about whether the album should be more electronic or more balls out heavy, and I think this album was a compromise. The electronics stick around for the next album, but they're not as in the forefront as this album. This is a great album, and I think the next one is even better.

[@elmo7455]

second most underrated album from korn, just after take a look in the mirror, perfect blend of their rawness and electric/dubstep elements

[@mollyesanborn]

I agree that they blended the modern electronic sound with their classic Korn elements really well on this record.

[@chrono050]

HEAD is BACK for this album till this day! The Next Album S.O.S is my favorite since FTL

[@HohnerCornell]

My fav songs in this album are Prey for me, Love and meth, Spike in my veins, Mass hysteria and Lullaby for a sadist. Better than The Path of totality. The next, The serenity of suffering, is no doubt one of their best!

[@DSKTBH]

I haven’t been a fan of Korn since 05. I’m more of a fan if they’re old school stuff. All their albums just got heavier without that funk imo. But theyre Requiem album takes me back to their prime years! So funky and heavy. Definitely the Korn I know and love

[@BreakingNVain]

How do you feel about The Nothing & SoS?

[@DSKTBH]

@@BreakingNVain I like them! SOS is a very good album. All they’re albums are great. The Nothing kind of reminds me of Life is Peachy and Issues because of how dark it is. But like I said I prefer their old school stuff better

[@JUNK_ZONE]

'Never Never' always reminds me of some Black Moth Super Rainbow type of song.

[@mollyesanborn]

Hmm I've never heard of Black Moth Super Rainbow before, I'll have to give em a listen.

[@cowoljarwoff]

Was literally just watching your self titled Korn video as this was uploaded 😂

[@mollyesanborn]

Oh wow, that's good timing! :D

[@toby.f_2103]

Please listen to “The Serenity Of Suffering” (Korn’s next album) It’s amazing, heavy riffs, great songs ❤️

[@BarberMister]

I like your channel because you do stuff within the scope of my tastes in music. Doing the whole album is great.

[@davesanborn2285]

As always, great reaction video Molly! ❤ Made me want to go back & rewatch some of your previous Korn reactions!

[@korndog81]

Great album, korn is back on track.

[@JL10196]

Yes finally korn reaction. 🎉

[@jonathanrendon8579]

First 9 tracks on this album are truly superb

[@mollyesanborn]

And there is such a great flow to this album as well, all of the tracks work really well together.

[@gianpyres3]

I look forward to your listening of The Serenity Of Suffering, absolutely love this album, very Untouchables-esque with some Issues thrown in for good measure.

[@brahiangonzalez7]

The Serenity of Suffering, including bonus tracks please.

[@YONATOOTH]

Some really cool stuff on this album and this is the turn to a more mature KoRn sound. Love all the albums from here on out.

[@TheForbiddenLean]

My favorite album!

[@Mythrem]

The electronic parts are JD he's a fan of electronic music so sometimes adds little bits in he also had a alter ego Jdevil where he Dj some shows check out JD's solo album Black Labyrinth and the Queen of the Damned soundtrack where he wrote songs for the movie but had a bunch of Nu metal singers sing on it.

[@darthjalapeno]

Next 3 albums are fucking stellar

[@ScarysReviews]

one of their FINEST, is it a MASTERPIECE, Magnum opus? it's just a dandy, reshape, reform. Progressive album too. Their next offering, had a little path of totality, and a little nudge of INDUSTRIAL goodness, it's a mix of what they've done up to that point.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah I'd say The Paradigm Shift does a great job blending everything they've done so far in terms of fusing the electronic with their original sound. Does it bring something new to the table? Not necessarily, although it's a solid album. I'm really looking forward to Serenity Of Suffering next and hearing where they go from here. The way you describe it as industrial makes me think I'm gonna love it...

[@ScarysReviews]

@@mollyesanborn It's little parts throughout. You'll know exactly when you hear them

[@mollyesanborn]

I'll keep my ears peeled :)

[@PoetryAndTofu]

Spot on Muse comparison. I knew it reminded me of something and couldn't place it.

[@BreakingNVain]

Yeaaaahhh, we're back, baby!! 🤘🏼

[@TheRealEricMitchell]

Badass album! Great video Molly. Your smile gets me everytime ☺️

[@alexperez3367]

Honestly I don't hear this album so much but trust me, here starts the third era of Korn, a great era, the following album is my third favorite in their entirely discography

[@mollyesanborn]

Oh man I can't wait to hear Serenity of Suffering!

[@alexperez3367]

Please check s.o.s album with 13 tracks

[@summey71]

Molly.... Could you please listen to Vildhjarta. It is so interesting to hear your thoughts about them..

[@krisleonesio7919]

The return of headly!!

[@olly8453]

With Head being reunited, this album is a step in the right direction; which continues further with their next album. However, you really have to wait until "The Nothing" for you to get a Korn album worthy of a their 'great' material imo. I'm an old school 90s Korn fan and I can tell you that "The Nothing" is the first album I've fully enjoyed since Untouchables. It's heaviest stuff they've done since then. You'll love it.

[@jakesmith6233]

This was a pretty decent album. I only listened to it once just to complete the Korn discography, so I will have to give it another listen. When I did listen to it, I did notice Bryan ”head" Welch back on base. He was really missed in past albums (see you on the other side was good though).

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah I love that this album brings back some of those amazing Korn instrumentals that really makes their music unique.

[@gregoryjames174]

Head doesn't play base, Fieldy does.

[@jakesmith6233]

@@mollyesanborn I was mistaken in my last comment. Head is the Guitarist not the bassist. Regardless head is back with the band.

[@habadasheryjones]

I'd be interested in hearing you react to Pinkly Smooth's album, Unfortunate Snort. They were a side band led by the Avenged Sevenfold drummer, (RIP Jimmy the Rev). Not alot of people have covered that album either which is a shame.

[@kuzniarito1542]

For the next album, Serenity of Suffering. Try to get Your hands on bonus track album version. Defitely wont regret it

[@carpenoctem775]

They redeemed themselves with this album. Head returning was refreshing. Back to straight up rock. No more bad experimental albums.

[@dadaistaizquierdo]

KoЯn 🤘🏻😎

[@mollyesanborn]

🤘

[@DEFKONSIXTYSIXlml]

May I suggest one of the best alternative bands from the early 90s I Mother Earth - Dig.. Incredible album

[@mollyesanborn]

Thank you for the suggestion! I'll make sure that album is on my list.

[@andybatch]

What an opening track with Levitate

[@latenightpapercuts]

Serenity of Suffering rules!

[@krlozrey5178]

Lullaby was set for Korn 3, but didn't made the album, so they ended up putting it here

[@cheechunlimited]

The dubstep influence starts to fizzle out of over time, but I do like the mix of that and their old sound on this project.

[@JBthree24]

Not going to lie I thought you gave up on KoRn after Path Of Totality lol. A lot of korn fans did. But I didn’t ! This album though was definitely a bring back! By the way, IMO, Punishment Time has the best chorus from any korn song Edit: get ready for the next album….you’re about to get your ass kicked. Serenity Of Suffering!

[@4qu4h3x]

are you going to listen to all the demos and bonus songs that korn has made at any point? i think the demos would be a great listen after you listen to the newest album

[@StanleyNjoroge-v5w]

Hi Molly please do Height of Callousness by Spineshank

[@johnnelson3665]

I really like that this band wanted be like Metallica. And continue making great music as they got older. And not break up.

[@mollyesanborn]

I'm glad they continued as well, it sounds like they really return to form on the rest of their albums from here on out. I'm excited for the remainder of their discography!

[@Coffeecups135]

As so many others have alluded to, their next album is going to blow you away. SOS is the culmination of 2 decades of experience, tests and trials. As a group of musicians, it’s their Magnum Opus.

[@cringeybydefault4151]

The best thing about this album is that it’s the last mid album they made before getting back to the sound they are known for with SOS

[@JL10196]

Their next album is where they go back to their original heavy sound.

[@birberking6999]

The redemption arc begins!!! So glad you enjoyed this more- I also began to love them again here.

[@jasonmoore9295]

Their most Underrated album.

[@spiffyspaff6710]

Hope you get to hear die another day and hater at some point the path to totallity and paradigm shift have there best tracks as bonus tracks also I can't wait for the nothing my personal favorite album

[@v1LL3n_nZ]

Whilst this is not there best album it at least resembles what I love about Korn. Few good songs but a couple of forgetful ones. Next Album is a banger!

[@mollyesanborn]

Couldn't have said it better myself! This isn't my favorite Korn album but I love that they are at least starting to bring some heaviness and rawness back into their sound on Paradigm Shift. Now I can't wait to hear the next one in their discography!

[@snakegod5726]

Are you gonna do Korn b sides and demos as well? Thay would be cool

[@mikestelzer2027]

This album is top form Korn from beginning to end

[@brunomunoz467]

This album is a nice blend of experimental and old school Korn, but the next 3, are probably the best since untouchables, the electronics are still there, but unlike this album and path of totality, the electronics are barely noticiable unless you have good ears

[@locustkllr]

i am unsure if you just decided to stop at this album with the Korn discography or have not caught up? Or maybe did not like some of the middle albums, i know some people do not. However, i'd encourage you to stick with it, as the last 3 albums Korn have put out are quite phenomenal. Serenity of Suffering, The Nothing, and Requiem are all full of Korn greatness in my opinion.

[@brunomunoz467]

She has been reacting to all of Korn's discography, just give her time, it's usually 1 or 2 months for a korn album reaction, since she also does other full albums from other bands

[@seanriggen]

👍🏻

[@DevonTheFirewolf]

This is where Korn started to "get back on track" after a few odd detours with their last couple albums (as others mention this is when Head came back). I'm glad that they brought back the more traditional Korn sound while still keeping in some electronics, though I think sometimes the electronics overtake things (i.e. Never Never). Definitely a solid comeback, but I think things got even better, and heavier, with the next record, which I'm definitely looking forward for you to hear.

[@heyskipj]

Doesn't Korn always feel that it would sound better in a really large place with tens of thousands of friends and fans? 🤘🏼

[@2XSNGP]

It is a shame this version doesn't include "Hater"... That was the song that brought them a whole new fan base. Was on the re release...

[@mollyesanborn]

Oh I wasn't aware of that track! I'll have to check it out.

[@Planet_Caravan_94]

​​​@@mollyesanbornactually there are three versions of the album, the special edition contains two more tracks "Wish I wasn't born today" and "Tell me what you want" and then there is the world Tour edition which has "hater", "die another day" and "the game is over"

[@2XSNGP]

@@mollyesanborn as you enjoyed the more melodic sweeping elements, I think Hater will be up your street for sure

[@Korn_flakes]

You didn’t get to react to the bonus songs on this album 😔

[@metalmike6668]

if linkin park made a korn album. makes sense bc it was produced by don gilmore

[@JL10196]

My Favorite songs are prey for me, love and meth, victimized, paranoid and aroused.

[@amjreptx1]

I'm a huge Korn fan but sadly I skip half this album. Paranoid and Aroused, Punishment Time, Lullaby, Victimized, and Its All Wrong don't really do much for me. 😢 I am not a fan of the choruses on these tracks.

[@nathanpadilla213]

I think a whole lot of people feel the same way about the electric dubstep sounds. Kinda blah.

[@mollyesanborn]

Yeah the electronic elements can get kind of repetitive after a while, I definitely miss the uniqueness they had to their sound on earlier records. However, at least they're starting to fuse that back on with The Paradigm Shift. I'm really excited to see if they continue that trend on Serenity of Suffering.

[@nathanpadilla213]

@@mollyesanborn well I won't spoil it for you. Can't wait for the Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadnesses review.

[@mollyesanborn]

I can't wait for more Smashing Pumpkins as well! I'll be sure to try and do that album soon (although many have suggested doing Pisces Iscariot first so that might be the next Pumpkins video I do).

[@wadegarrett2376]

i was happy to see they got away from the experimental days, but this album just wasn't good. The next two are a little better than this one for sure

[@theplacemats]

Korn isn't heavy metal. They're nu-metal. Also one of the worst bands to come out of the 90s

[@thebattleshell]

oh shut up

[@macjack5978]

Weak sauce

[@fernandosepulveda7297]

C'mon man don't talk about your mom like that.

[@macjack5978]

@@fernandosepulveda7297 If my mom helped make that album. Then she is weak sauce. Do better mom

[@christineghere2461]

@@fernandosepulveda7297 🤣

[@fernandosepulveda7297]

@@macjack5978 lol

[@stevenkorrn]

Molly + KoRn …. the best thing on KZbin…. 🫡🤘🏽