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Cold
Metal · 2019

Cold

Korn

Korn's 2019 single "Cold" delivers a chilling, visceral plunge into bleak introspection, blending signature nu-metal aggression with modern industrial textures and Jonathan Davis's tormented vocals.

August 2, 2019 · Roadrunner Records

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"Cold" delivers a chilling, visceral experience, plunging listeners into a landscape of bleak introspection and raw emotional turmoil. It's the sound of internal struggle made manifest, with downtuned guitars grinding against a propulsive rhythm section, all underscored by Jonathan Davis's uniquely tormented vocals. This track is for those who find solace in the heavy, who need music that mirrors their deepest anxieties and offers a cathartic release. It's a powerful, unvarnished statement, perfect for confronting your demons or simply embracing the darker side of your emotional spectrum.

Moments Worth Listening For
The sudden, almost whispered vocal passage in the pre-chorus that builds into a full-throated scream, showcasing Davis's dynamic range.
The jarring, syncopated breakdown around the 2:30 mark, driven by a prominent, percussive slap bass line that cuts through the dense guitarwork.
The icy, sustained synth pad that emerges subtly in the outro, leaving a sense of lingering dread and desolation after the main intensity subsides.
The dissonant, chugging guitar riff that anchors the chorus, providing a visceral, head-nodding groove.
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How does Cold sound next to the rest of Korn's catalogue?

Tense+1.5σ

Tense saturates this record notably more than the artist's norm.

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