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In the early days of COC, the band honed their craft taking the shape of a hardcore punk style, with a 20-track debut, “Eye for an Eye” which was released in 1984 on Candlelight Records. They also released an album called “Animosity” in October 1985, but on Metal Blade Records. Their first album that struck the charts in a big way was an album called “Blind” released one November 5th 1991. It placed on the Heatseekers chart at number 24. They released “Dance of the Dead” and “Vote with a Bullet” as singles, both of which earning the band some valuable airplay on Los Angeles’ KNAC.
COC signed a deal with Columbia Records, and entered the studio in 1993. They emerged on September 27th 1994 with an album called “Deliverance”. Kerrang! described the album as a “True 90s classic”. Their song “Albatross” taken from the record has made it onto the video game Guitar Hero: Metallica. The album made it to number 5 on the Heatseekers Chart, and entered the Billboard 200 chart at number 155, and has since it’s release sold upwards of 379,000 copies. This record was followed with the ever-popular “Wiseblood” released on October 12th 1996 still on Columbia records. It made it to an even higher chart position of number two in the Heatseekers Chart, and this time, number 43 on the UK Albums Chart.
After a brief hiatus, which included the release of a live album entitled “Live Volume”, in 2005 on April 5th, the band released their album “In the Arms of God”. It was this album that managed to hit the top spot of the Heatseekers Chart and even number 41 in Sweden.
Their two following studio albums, the eponymous release on February 28th 2012, and IX on June 24th 2014, have both made it to number 5 on the Heatseekers Chart.
Live reviews
Sometimes it’s hard to believe that Corrosion of Conformity has been bringing their punishing brand of sludge/thrash metal to fans for nearly thirty years. Watching them perform at MetalFest Chile in 2013 is a testament to their dedication and talent as a live band. Of course, performing in Chile, a country long known for its passionate and excitable metal fans, makes this both easy and excitable.
Breaking it down in front of a packed crowd of literally thousands, Corrosion of Conformity look a bit older than when they first started, but no less enthused to be playing classics like their 1991 song Vote With a Bullet, as relevant to today’s political atmosphere as it was when released. Singer Pepper James Keenan (back after a brief hiatus from the band) looks entire comfortable as frontman, sporting the metal “uniform” of black shirt, blue jeans, and long hair, masterfully controlling his guitar riffs with the ease and talent of a seasoned pro.
Bandmates Mike Dean (bass), Woody Weatherman (guitarist) and drummer Reed Mullin are no less enthusiastic, performing their driving brand of metal with a practiced confidence that only 30 years as a band can bring. Watch out for the pit – but then, it’s a Corrosion of Conformity show. You know that already.
With a number of metal outfits, they believe that coming onto stage and thrashing out instrumentals in the most intense and aggressive way possible equates to a good metal performance. It is only when you have been on the circuit for over thirty years like North Carolina outfit Corrosion of Conformity that you begin to add a touch of sophistication to your metal sound. The lineups may have changed over the years but the ideals and sounds that centre this band remain ever present tonight as they take to stage once again.
The major lineup basis of the group remains in tact and as they step through the hazy, red smog the whole room erupts in applause and cheers. With varying commercial success across nine studio albums, the setlist has been selected carefully tonight and paired with the visual screens and somber lighting it feels more of a metal experience than a simple live performance. The audience is with the band throughout as they surge towards the stage, raise their hands above their heads and jump on command yet it is the finale track 'Clean My Wounds' that truly unites them and closes the show in a suitably intense manner.
sean-ward
So, someone told me "Pepper doesn't like to give hugs" to which I replied, "Well, that's weird, cuz the last time i saw Pepper, he gave me a hug." But that was before yesterday. So he's not wearing a shirt, and ... yeah. That's just (not okay) ... but I wasn't there for a hug.
Anyway, the bass was a little too high - at least from where I was standing ... but much like other "PEPPER!" fans, that's really neither here nor there, ... fact is, it's nice to see him be front man .. he's a better front man than he is a hugger. And he's a better guitar player than people give him credit.
But aside from that ... yes. All around worthwhile night. Suggest y'all get out to watch that triple headline bill. (At least that's how I see it)
lea-maro-langelier
I've been waiting a long, long time to see Pepper Keenan back with COC and I wasn't disappointed.
Hearing all of my favourite COC songs with my favourite line up of the band was what made it so enjoyable and a particularly memorable gig.
Pepper was engaged to the audience and thankful to be back in the band.
Had the honour of meeting Pepper after the gig which left me weak at the knees as he is one of the reasons for me picking up the guitar and learning how to play at 16. (22 now)
rob-fraser
I have been waiting a long time to see COC, I wanted to see them in El Paso with Megadeth in the 90's and for whatever reason they did not show. I tried seeing them with Danzig but got to the venue late a few years back. However finally getting to see them was not a disappointment, they still sound amazing. I also, loved mother ship, the rest of the show could have been much shorter for a Thursday night work day!
jbaca123-1
My friend and I saw Corrosion of Conformity. Their set was awesome especially when James Hatfield of Metallica joined them on stage. They ROCKED!!! I had the best time. The venue had great sound and Corrosion of Conformity played true. So if your not a fan you should be. Theyre considered stoner rock. I think they are a kickass Metal band.
ritzy837
Wow C.O.C. I first saw them on the Deliverance tour in 94 I think. One of the best albums period. Saw them with original lineup 2 years ago. They were just as good. Go see these boys. They are a national rock n roll treasure.
robandshell
I've been waiting for years to be able to see these guys play..
OMG!!! THEY ROCK THE PLACE LAST NIGHT.. the had the place going nuts!. Can't wait for then to cone back again. Thanks for the night to remember..
robin-fulford
A great show!
Every band was fantastic!
The opening band was the winner of the rock band contest in Ft Wayne and I'm glad I saw them.
The second band was from Virginia and they were great also.
leimy
