5: The Gray Chapter

Slipknot's 5: The Gray Chapter from 2014 delivers the band's signature blend of crushing metal riffs, melodic interludes, and Corey Taylor's dynamic vocal range shifting between clean singing and aggressive screams. The album balances brutal tracks like 'Sarcastrophe' and 'Custer' with more accessible moments on songs like 'The Devil In I' and 'Killpop', showcasing the nine-piece's ability to create both punishing heaviness and surprising emotional depth.

Standout Tracks

• The Devil In I: Radio-friendly yet heavy, with one of Taylor's most memorable vocal melodies over a driving groove
• The Negative One: Relentless aggression with intricate percussion work and brutal breakdowns
• Killpop: Unexpectedly melodic with clean vocals and atmospheric textures

Mood: aggressive, cathartic, heavy, intense

Tracklist

1. A1. XIX
2. A2. Sarcastrophe
3. A3. AOV
4. B1. The Devil In I
5. B2. Killpop
6. B3. Skeptic
7. C1. Lech
8. C2. Goodbye
9. C3. Nomadic
10. C4. The One That Kills The Least
11. D1. Custer
12. D2. Be Prepared For Hell
13. D3. The Negative One
14. D4. If Rain Is What You Want