As we wish, today, Jonathan Davis a ‘Happy Birthday,’ the time has come to list the ‘BESTS’ of his band : Korn
Video Tracklist :
1 . Freak On a Leash
2 . Coming Undone
3 . Falling Away from Me
4 . Got The Life
5 . Narcissistic Cannibal (w/ Skrillex & Kill The Noise)
6 . Did My Time
7 . Blind
8 . Thoughtless
9 . Never Never
10 . A.D.I.D.A.S.
11 . Right Now
12 . Here to Stay
13 . Somebody Someone
14 . Rotting In Vain
15 . Evolution
16 . Make Me Bad
17 . Insane
18 . Get Up (Sucker Punch) (w/ Skrillex)
19 . Love & Meth
20 . Twisted Transistor
21 . Clown
22 . Shoots and Ladders
23 . A Different World (w/ Corey Taylor)
24 . Hater
25 . Black Is The Soul
26 . Let The Guilt Go
27 . Y’all Want a Single
28 . Oildale (Leave Me Alone)
Audio : Freak on a Leash . Got the Life . Falling Away From Me . Coming Undone . Blind . Twisted Transistor . Word Up! . Here to Stay . Did My Time . Make Me Bad .
Origins and Formation
**Korn** was formed in Bakersfield, California, in 1993.
The founding members are **Jonathan Davis**, **James “Munky” Shaffer**, **Brian “Head” Welch**, **Reginald “Fieldy” Arvizu**, and **David Silveria**.
Shaffer, Arvizu, and Silveria previously played in a funk metal band called **L.A.P.D.**.
The recruitment of Jonathan Davis, then a member of **Sexart**, marked a pivotal moment for the group.
Musical Style and Influences
Korn developed a unique sound combining **funk metal**, **hip-hop**, **heavy metal**, and **alternative rock**.
Their music is characterized by heavy guitar riffs, syncopated rhythms, and Jonathan Davis’s powerful and emotional vocals.
The band’s influences include Faith No More, Run-DMC, Duran Duran, and Depeche Mode.
Early Career and First Album
Working with producer **Ross Robinson**, dubbed the “Godfather of Nu Metal,” they produced their first demo, *Neidermeyer’s Mind*.
Their self-titled debut album, *Korn*, released in 1994, is considered the foundation of the **nu metal** genre.
The album’s dark themes address bullying, abuse, and alienation, offering a powerful outlet for young fans.
Breakthrough and Success
Singles like “Blind,” “Shoots and Ladders,” and “Clown” gained attention and helped build a devoted fanbase.
Their second album, *Life is Peachy* (1996), expanded their audience with provocative tracks and heavy rotation on MTV.
*Follow the Leader* (1998) became their commercial peak, featuring hits like “Got the Life” and “Freak on a Leash.”
Innovation and Online Presence
Korn was an early adopter of connecting with fans online, launching web shows like *Korn’s After School Special*.
The band involved fans in their creative process, such as designing the cover for *Issues* (1999).
They also supported charitable causes, raising funds online for the song “Falling Away from Me.”
Evolution and Challenges
The band faced major departures: **Brian “Head” Welch** left in 2005 but returned in 2013, and **David Silveria** left in 2006.
Korn experimented with new musical styles, including dubstep on *The Path of Totality* (2011).
Despite mixed reviews on some albums, Korn persevered, remaining a dominant force in the music scene.
Emotional Depth
Jonathan Davis’s lyrics, often inspired by his difficult childhood and personal traumas, are a core element of the band.
Korn’s music serves as an outlet for intense emotions, tackling themes of pain, loss, and anger.
*The Nothing* (2019) reflects these struggles, inspired by Davis’s personal grief.
Legacy
Korn has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and won two Grammy Awards.
They are regarded as pioneers of the nu metal genre and a major influence on countless bands.
Despite ups and downs, Korn continues to create music and captivate audiences globally with electrifying performances.
Photo Anne Helmond