Nu Metal

Machine Head: Supercharger (2001) album artwork

Supercharger, released on October 2, 2001, by Roadrunner Records, is Machine Head’s nu-metal album featuring rap-style vocals and turntable scratching.

Machine Head: The Burning Red (1999) album artwork

The Burning Red by Machine Head, released on August 1, 1999, via Roadrunner Records, blends nu-metal and alternative metal. Produced by Ross Robinson at Indigo Ranch Studios, it features introspective lyrics.

How Grunge and Metal Shaped the 90s Music Scene

During the 90s, grunge replaced hair metal’s glam with a more authentic sound, exemplified by bands like Nirvana and Soundgarden. The late 90s then introduced nu-metal, characterized by acts like Korn and Limp Bizkit, which combined heavy metal with hip-hop elements.