When history has been made, you are rarely aware. But when a wall of sound and shouting verses hits you over the head itÕs hard not to realize. The year is 1997, and nu metal is definitively born! Since 1994 metal artists tried to combine hip hop, grunge and funk elements with heavy metal, but only after first Korn, Limp Bizkit and Deftones albums the genre was created. 1997 was the year of musical innovation. It marked a monumental shift in the soundscape, ushering in the birth of Nu Metal! Audiences responded to this new and unique blend of metal, rap and electronic music with enthusiasm and excitement. As the genre spread it built up an incredibly passionate fan base who haven't forgotten this vibrant and influential moment in rock history. Twenty years later, Nu Metal maintains its place as one of the most important genres in modern music Ð something for which 1997 will forever be remembered. A brief playlist which wants to show you the most featured nu metal bands such as Deftones, Limp Bizkit and Korn.
Latest songs added to the playlist:
1-Drowning Pool - All About Me
2-A Perfect Circle - Blue (Bird Shake Mix)
3-Tool - Mantra
4-System Of A Down - Revenga
5-Staind - Home