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See You On the Other Side (by Korn, Rock)

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Daring, interesting, and not appropriate for kids.


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Korn goes for shock value with strong, explicit lyrics in nearly every song.

Positive messages: Astonishingly sexist.
Violence: Enough violent images to be uncomfortable.
Sex: A lot of explicit sexuality.
Language: Very strong language.
Consumerism: Nothing obvious.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Some drug references.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about what happens when a crucial member of any group departs -- or how to spot deeply rooted sexism in pop culture.

What's the story?

What's the story?
Korn's seventh album, SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE, is also a debut of sorts, as it's the first CD without founding member Brian "Head" Welch. The band seems to be making an effort to reassure fans that it's "business as usual" without the guitarist, turning in performances that will be comfortable and familiar-sounding to fans, but also breaking some new ground. Production standards seem a bit haphazard, with the bass often getting lost in the mix. But The Matrix production crew manages to pull off some new-sounding material while keeping the integrity of the band's nu-metal sound. James Shaffer, now the only guitarist in the band, keeps the muddy, industrial-strength integrity of the band's sound intact.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
This CD has an interesting audio collage of sound effects and well-played instrumental parts, supporting lyrics designed to shock in every possible way. The throaty-groaned lead vocals are sometimes buried in the mix, but when they pop out front, as in songs like "For No One," the standout concept, aside from the usual sex, drugs, and violence, is one of deep-rooted sexism that is far more harmful than a few nasty words. Women, whether presented as mothers, girlfriends, whores, or pals, are objectified to an extreme degree. Instrumentally, the music is intriguing, inventive, and sometimes even exciting. Aside from a stunning lack of ability to think of females as people, the lyrics are ho-hum.

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Released on: December 6, 2005
Label: Virgin Records
Genre: Rock
Parental advisory: Yes
Edited version available: Yes

This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
 
 

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satanicpower69
kid, 8 years old
 
PHUCKIN LEGIT
0this is one of my fav korn albums they are one of my favorite bands!!!!! (suicide silence and cattle decapitation are my favs) GET THIS ALBUM ITS PHUCKIN LEGIT

mandalore911
teen, 18 years old
 
great for anyone with a head on their shoulders
love this album and every other album. hate this website, let your kids grow on their own, stop over parenting.

Poison Ivey
teen, 17 years old
 
just by looking at the cover I'm sure you can make an instant judgement on this music....
like the musics good, but I was disturbed by the first track so I never really listen to it :(

eXtremeXD101
teen, 15 years old
 
..
The same for SOAD , come on.. this is music , game's , and movies can be worse than this.

 
Korn rules!!!!!!
I love koRn. I really like the lead singers voice, its different. I listened to korn when I was 11 and I still love their music. of course It depends on maturity but overall most 11 yr olds wont know what their really singing about anyways! I did, but most kids wont.

 
God, its music, NO KIDS?
its KoRn! Really u people are crazy. 5 stars all the way.

 
Korn owns common sense
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My very favorite Korn album, but much too intense for kids.
This album sounds great, and is (in my opinion) Korn's best album of all time, but I can't honestly say that there's too much positive content in it. What little positive content the album does have is drowned out by the negative. Don't get me wrong, this album is a lot less explicit than many other metal albums, but it's not for kids. There is occasional violent imagery, but it's not very explicit. One or two songs feature strong sexual lyrics. However, the language is very strong throughout the album. It's not as explicit as, say, the album "Follow The Leader" (by the same artist), but it's still pretty bad, with over 30 f-words in it. The messages in this album aren't too nice, either, with a fair amount of sexism and violent angst. This album is great for older teens who can handle the content in it, but it's still not a good choice for youngsters.

korn111
adult
 
disturbing
love this album one of there best, but its very disturbing and dark. it be best if a parent would buy it and listen to it first.

sandchild13
teen, 16 years old
 
I can't believe what people are saying!
Well, of course, this is coming from a 14 yearold, and a huge fan, but personally, I think this is okay for teenagers. 13 is pushing it, and I actually think i'm a little young to be listening to it, but 16 yearolds should be just fine. Nowadays we're more in tune as to what's happening in the world, so this sort of stuff just doesn't shock us anymore. At least, not really. Unless you're like, a bit churchgoer goody two-shoes (not meant in a bad way) who was raised listening to christian country. Then this stuff'll scare the crap outta you (I should know, my best friend is afraid of my music). But honestly, in society today, doesn't this just seem normal? I mean, listen to rap! It's generally a guy singing about drugs and sex to an annoying but highly addictive beat. Hip-hop is the same, but with a girl. Rock is just a more intense form. Besides, isn't it more about the riffs than the lyrics? I think it's okay, just....don't let us repeat it!

Drew Cherry
teen, 17 years old
 
Korn See you on the Other Side Review
Korns been around since 1994 and has been one of the biggest Nu-Metal bands since. One of their guitarest left the band to find God witch may be good role model in some parent eyes, but with "head" gone the music gust dosent sound the same, but its still good. there some disturbing violence, strong language, and sexist witch is not meant for kids at all. The vocals are well done, drums are in check, amazing bass play, and great guitar is intresting and well made album from Korn, but it gust dosent sound the same.

dicapriofreak94
teen, 15 years old
 
Amazing
I think that people are being a little harsh on this...I don't agree with the "not for kids", I think it should be okay for mature tweens/teens. Korn has amazing music (as always). See You On The Other Side, is definitely one of my favorite Korn albums. If you are looking for a mixture of rock and metal music that has amazing beat and very talented guitar/drums/singing then definitely check this album out. It is amazing. I highly recommend the song "Twisted Transistor", it is definitely my favorite of theirs :-) Enjoy the good music!

s0yka
kid, 12 years old
 
don't be afraid

A Dandelion
teen, 18 years old
 
Good for teens, mature tweens who can judge the lyrical value of what they listen to.
See You On The Other Side has KoRn break new creative ground as they take the experimental elements they began incorporating into their sound in Issues further then they had ever before. It moves away from the guttural intensity of the self-titled album and Life is Peachy and the rap/hip-hop overtones of Follow the Leader into a more electronic direction, developing the Gothic vibe introduced in Untouchables. Your kid will either love it or hate it, but before you let them listen, make sure they are mature enough to deal with the lyrical content and not to take it at face value. If possible, get them to do some research into the history of the band to get a context on the lyrics, as most are heavily tied into the life of the front-man, Jonathan Davis. For tweens set on listening to KoRn, Untitled would be a better start, followed by the self-titled debut.

Linkin Park ...
teen, 16 years old
 
Good... Lyrics arent meant to be taken seriously
i love this CD.. the lyrics shouldnt be taken seriously becuase their intended purpose was to go with the rythem of the music and to keep done well

zazmopepperz
teen, 16 years old
 
It's about transistors
Korn's my favourite band and though I was a little disappointed with this album, I still loved it. The tracks are quite vulgar but its only music and not meant to be taken seriously. Tweens should be fine with this.

Plague
parent
 
See you on the Other SIde
Great album. I've always been a Korn fan ever since they made their first ablum.

Jacob R.
teen, 15 years old
 
Good band has interesting tunes, but contains some iffy stuff.
I love KoRn but their albums contain some bad content. Language is very strong, consisting of f*ck, sh*t, b*tch, a**, d*mn, h*ll, g*dd*mn, and variations of these words. Sex is fairly strong also, with some moderate to graphic sexual references and lyrics, and can also get a little bit sexist. The violence is pretty much just disturbing images, but they can get bad enough to make someone uncomfortable. There are also some drug references. I rate this OFF for 13 and under, IFFY for ages 14-16, and ON for ages 17 and older.

IronZombie75
teen, 16 years old
 
Good for teens and up but too much violence and strong language in lyrics
I am an ENORMOUS KoRn Fan but i would say that this album is a little iffy. It is not as bad as "Issues" though (*Ahem* the song, "Trash") even though i LOVE that album.

TrevorSevenfold
teen, 17 years old
 
i was just at a KoRn concert last month it was AwSoMe, KoRn , A7X , Burn Halo , THe Used Best concert ever and im seeing burn halo again on thursday!! ( A7X FOR LIFE)

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