Without a doubt, Nu-Metal stands as one of the most polarizing genres of hard rock to ever exist. Despite it being reviled more any other sub-genre metal, hair metal included, it continues to sell albums, sell out arenas, and influence music to this day. With this episode, I've tried to showcase some of the bands, or at least particular songs, that stood out from the heap of generic, derivative dribble that permeated the mid- to late 1990's. 

This episode is definitely not for everyone, and that's fine. I had many friends in that era that would have nothing to do with anything that I discuss here. In my humble opinion, that was their loss. As I mention in the show, many people were quick to write these bands off as simply de-tuning their guitars and rapping over it, and that was certainly the case in some instances; however, after putting this show together, I'm hard-pressed to name another genre that was as capable of pulling from so many different genres in such a cohesive fashion. Not to mention, along the way it completely changed the sound of metal as we know it. For proof, look no further than some of the most recognizable names in the game at the time. They certainly took notice and changed their approach, as well, and most are still revered.

Whether for nostalgia, or simply out of curiosity, grab a drink, have a smoke and dive in.

Cheers!

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The corresponding Spotify playlist can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1u0JGWNKHImPSb6aOmo6kj?si=72f19446e77540e5&pt=873dbff6cac263a5aabff152a999af06