The
untitled eighth studio album by Korn was released on July 31, 2007 through Virgin Records. It was the first studio album without former drummer David Silveria and the second studio album without former guitarist Brian "Head" Welch. The album has been described as atmospheric, heavy, and at times, progressive. Davis comments that the disc draws from influences such as The Cure and The Beatles. The album was produced by Atticus Ross, who previously worked with Korn and The Matrix on
See You on the Other Side.
As the first album to not feature drummer Silveria, the band decided to enlist veteran drummer Terry Bozzio, known for his work with Frank Zappa. After successfully recording six tracks with Bozzio, Zac Baird announced that Bozzio would not be touring with the band on the 2007 Family Values Tour. Brooks Wackerman of Bad Religion was brought in to record some tracks, and even Jonathan Davis himself contributed, something not done since 1999's
Issues. Munky stated in an interview that Bozzio had imposed himself on the band. He mentioned that among other things, Bozzio had demanded to be a full member of the band while receiving 25% interest; the band felt that this was "offensive". Therefore, Korn decided not to tour with Bozzio.
Korn's remaining members are currently engaging in solo projects, which are due out in the fall, shortly before commencing work on a new album with Ross Robinson, the man behind their first two albums, 1994's
Korn and 1996's
Life Is Peachy.
Tracklisting:
1. "Intro" – 1:57
2. "Starting Over" – 4:02
3. "Bitch We Got a Problem" – 3:23
4. "Evolution" – 3:38
5. "Hold On" – 3:06
6. "Kiss" – 4:10
7. "Do What They Say" – 4:17
8. "Ever Be" – 4:49
9. "Love and Luxury" – 3:01
10. "Innocent Bystander" – 3:28
11. "Killing" – 3:37
12. "Hushabye" – 3:53
13. "I Will Protect You" – 5:29
Singles:
1. "Evolution"
Released: May 17, 2007
2. "Hold On"
Released: October 8, 2007
3. "Kiss"
Released: April 7, 2008
I still listen to this album frequently and cannot believe it has been an entire year since its release. Amazing.