See You On The Other Side
by Korn
  • Record Label: Virgin
  • Release Date: Dec 6, 2005
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 149 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 114 out of 149
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 149
  3. Negative: 15 out of 149

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  1. cvnefedmn
    Feb 8, 2022
    7
    In this Album, Korn evolves into a little pop. It keeps the songs much more melodic than previous albums. It's a good album, but there are overly cliché songs like "Politics". Mastering isn't bad, it could be better
  2. Xaremathras
    Sep 26, 2019
    8
    This was the 2nd Korn album I heard after Follow the Leader. Yes, some tracks did not hit the mark. While others broke artistic/sonic barriers. I was really enjoying the progression they were making with this album, and Untilted in 2007.

    Songs like Twisted Transistor are one of a kind. Politics has a completely unique-sounding chorus I've never heard from any other metal band ("Pay the    This was the 2nd Korn album I heard after Follow the Leader. Yes, some tracks did not hit the mark. While others broke artistic/sonic barriers. I was really enjoying the progression they were making with this album, and Untilted in 2007.

    Songs like Twisted Transistor are one of a kind. Politics has a completely unique-sounding chorus I've never heard from any other metal band ("Pay the merry man, pay the fkn driver..."). Then songs like Throw Me Away, Love Song, Open Up, holyy - yes, not as heavy as their previous material, but omg that mix of ambiance, mood, metal, longing is something special (if you're not just listening to head-bang). then you have Coming Undone, a masterpiece. Finally ending off with See You on the Other Side (which explains the freaky album cover) and Tearjerker, this is a truly holistic record which touched on more moods and sounds than any previous or latter Korn album.    … Expand
  3. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 10, 2016
    9
    A healthy dose of progression and a touch of pop actually help the band get back in touch with their heavier side. The results are some of their darkest material that's brimming with energy and excitement. It's without a doubt one of Korn's most focused on refined albums. The results are nothing short of excellent.

    No doubt the discerning metal fan picked up on that bit I said about the    A healthy dose of progression and a touch of pop actually help the band get back in touch with their heavier side. The results are some of their darkest material that's brimming with energy and excitement. It's without a doubt one of Korn's most focused on refined albums. The results are nothing short of excellent.

    No doubt the discerning metal fan picked up on that bit I said about the hint of pop running through this album and may be ready to turn away from this Korn album. To do so would be a mistake. While the production group known as "The Matrix" was involved in the production of this album, this still manages to be some of Korn's heaviest and darkest material. A big shock given that The Matrix is known for working with the likes of Britney Spears and Shakira. Their pop influence does shine through in the music, but not enough to turn off metal fans.

    This is actually one of Korn's best albums. They've lost none of their lyrical edge and don't really stray far from their roots at all. They've just polished up their sound for something a little more far reaching in the metal/hard rock community. They managed to do so without selling out and screwing over their longtime fans. That's darn impressive. Even better, they made an incredible album because of it.

    9.3/10    … Expand
  4. UltimateBub
    Jul 6, 2016
    8
    See You on the Other Side is a great experimental effort for the band. It´s very industrial and moody sometimes, but still sounds a lot like Korn. It´s a very interesting sound. I won´t say it´s one of Korn´s best albums (they have released too many by now), but I will say it´s better than Take a Look in the Mirror. Some songs go unnoticed, but the cool stuff here is great.
  5. Aijixe
    Sep 24, 2015
    8
    Definitely a sudden change of pace for Korn, but it's certainly not a bad thing in a time where changing things up seem to be best for an artist that created one of the world's most hated genres.
  6. theultimatesinn
    Aug 13, 2014
    10
    Heavy and groovy songs. Jonathan wrote more political stuff in this album and some pornography but I still love the album one of my favs. The songs were more creepier like the beginning of the songs, there were whispers and growls I don't know things like that and still fits in KoRn.
  7. Golbez
    Mar 4, 2012
    8
    If there ever was an " mature" electro sound from this band, than" see you on the other side" is their shiny template that 2011's " Path of Totallity" should have adhered to. Coming Undone definitely should be considered on of their signature tracks.
  8. RyanG
    Jan 2, 2007
    10
    These guys take heavy metal to a whole new level. They've set the bar extremely high! I mean, look how popular they are. A 10 is a fair grade. However dont get the edited version. TOO MANY CENCORS... Brothers and Sisters, rejoice! The album worth worshipping is finally here! Now bow down, before I pop a cap in your skull.
  9. NooniH
    Aug 13, 2006
    10
    Rocks your balls off!
  10. aarone
    Jul 15, 2006
    7
    Not as good as take a look in the mirror or untouchables but still has great hooks with songs like coming undone and liar.I think they changed their sound because head left,too much of a change for me.They should return to their harder sounds and lose all the computer generated sounds.
  11. FrankB
    Jun 18, 2006
    7
    Good stuff from an underrated band who spawned an underrated genre. Although not as great as "Untouchables" or their self-titled debut, it beats the snot out of the lame, generic "Take a Look In the Mirror" Jonathin explores some new topics sometimes with success ("Hypocrites") and sometimes with failure (some of the icky sex tracks) But the hooks are heavy yet at the same time Good stuff from an underrated band who spawned an underrated genre. Although not as great as "Untouchables" or their self-titled debut, it beats the snot out of the lame, generic "Take a Look In the Mirror" Jonathin explores some new topics sometimes with success ("Hypocrites") and sometimes with failure (some of the icky sex tracks) But the hooks are heavy yet at the same time incorperate an accessible melodic pop sensibility. "Twisted Transistor" balls-out rocks, while "Throw Me Away" is one of the prettiest goth songs Korn has done in a while. Not too shabby. Nu Metal-heads, rejoice.… Expand
  12. JosephA
    May 12, 2006
    9
    When i saw Twisted Transister on MTV, i knew this album would be good and i was right. Its better that untouchables and take a look in the mirror bt nt as good as the earlier ones. Wheres the screaming and pain. I like tear jerker only becuase i always wanted a slow song from korn and thats what i got. :)
  13. Cody
    Apr 26, 2006
    9
    One of korn's best albums!! I love the songs coming undone and politics! A must-buy for any true korn fan!!!
  14. DanielM
    Apr 16, 2006
    9
    KoRn truley are awesome best metal around
  15. natw
    Apr 4, 2006
    10
    one band member less, a fusion of early anger and newmelodics,and munky keeping it together. if the fans like it so what? bands are allowed to develop and progress their sound,who cares what the critics think,i dont think korn intended to make a commercial album .they should be respected as a band but this is just my opinion,everyone alowed one.also i bet korn are making more money than one band member less, a fusion of early anger and newmelodics,and munky keeping it together. if the fans like it so what? bands are allowed to develop and progress their sound,who cares what the critics think,i dont think korn intended to make a commercial album .they should be respected as a band but this is just my opinion,everyone alowed one.also i bet korn are making more money than the critics and they are jealous! korn are the best thing to hav happened to the music scene since sliced bread...they deserve credit for still sticking together for so many years.and all korn fans who appreciate their music and accept thy can't write another issues or 'korn' will love the album.so listen to it more than once people along with the rest of the albums so you can make a valid judgement.korn fan over and out!… Expand
  16. DennieW
    Mar 20, 2006
    10
    Besides their 1999 album, iSsuEs, this album is freakin' awesome.
  17. Someone
    Mar 9, 2006
    10
    Simply awesome new album from KoRn. It's cool how they can re-invent themselves on every time!
  18. MattE
    Mar 7, 2006
    10
    It took a little time to warm up to it, but now that I have I love it! Good job KoRn!!!
  19. km
    Mar 2, 2006
    10
    This album is exactly what the band needed, a freakin shot in the arm! This is what all the great bands do, evolve and stay relevant. The best way to listen to these songs is definitely live, they are amazing. If not live, through good headphones is the next best. A suggestion for the next album would be to let Munky turn off distortion and some of the other pedals and rip out a solo This album is exactly what the band needed, a freakin shot in the arm! This is what all the great bands do, evolve and stay relevant. The best way to listen to these songs is definitely live, they are amazing. If not live, through good headphones is the next best. A suggestion for the next album would be to let Munky turn off distortion and some of the other pedals and rip out a solo every once in a while. This album, however, is complete without it. Including the B-sides really enchances the quality of the album, but you'd have to go out of your way to get them. Definitely buy the limited edition with the bonus disc.… Expand
  20. RaymanQ
    Feb 23, 2006
    10
    Not like any other album, but this was definitely a good one. Not my favorite but deserves respect for going on after losing Head.
  21. QuintonZ
    Feb 13, 2006
    10
    Here is a KoRn That we all know and respect. Welcome back to the real KoRn
  22. RyanB
    Jan 14, 2006
    10
    Korns new cd is a major improvement over there previous release.ive been a korn fan since album number 1,and this one makes a decent attempt at getting back to there old hard self.its a great album and you can really hear how good it actually sounds on a higher end system,great job by korn and the producers
  23. LeeW
    Jan 10, 2006
    10
    Awsome cd korn really shows the world what there made of twisted transistor- best korn song since freak on a leash
  24. JayB
    Dec 30, 2005
    10
    goodness.
  25. melissat
    Dec 29, 2005
    10
    i just wanted to say that this new korn cd is awesome! korn has put a new twist into there awesome music and its better than ever! its a new creation and its different from there old cds, and even though brian head welch is no longer with korn, they still did a great job on this album.
  26. JamesH
    Dec 28, 2005
    9
    As a huge fan of korn I was suprised to find their signature "click" sounds virtually gone from this album. First off, the album comes off like a Rock Opera, with an introduction, lead-up, transition to "the other side", experience on the other side, and then going back. The way the songs piece together form imagery of a story being told that can be interpretted in many ways to what is As a huge fan of korn I was suprised to find their signature "click" sounds virtually gone from this album. First off, the album comes off like a Rock Opera, with an introduction, lead-up, transition to "the other side", experience on the other side, and then going back. The way the songs piece together form imagery of a story being told that can be interpretted in many ways to what is going on right now in the world. The first time I listened the only two songs I liked were "twisted transistor" and "coming undone" (both approprately the first song of "their side"), but then another grew on me, and then another, and then... So overall its a good CD but it takes getting used to. I would recommend giving it some more listening to before posting a review.… Expand
  27. mikec
    Dec 27, 2005
    9
    If your a true fan, you will like it,like I do. Track #9, the best on the cd.
  28. NickG
    Dec 27, 2005
    9
    I just went out yesterday and bought the 2 disc limited edition of this cd and !wow! The new sound of the band is crazy as hell. I myself believe that losing "Head" was actualy a good thing for them..it got them thinking a lot and thus they came up with this CD.
  29. JamieS
    Dec 26, 2005
    9
    Was a little tentative to begin with, on first listen it didn't feel like a koRn album but after a couple of listens the quality and creativity began to emerge. As a whole "See you on the other side" is completely different to KoRn's previous albums with only a few tracks using a familar style. Tracks like "Liar", "Hypocrites" and "Policitics" seem to hold deeper more personal Was a little tentative to begin with, on first listen it didn't feel like a koRn album but after a couple of listens the quality and creativity began to emerge. As a whole "See you on the other side" is completely different to KoRn's previous albums with only a few tracks using a familar style. Tracks like "Liar", "Hypocrites" and "Policitics" seem to hold deeper more personal feelings unlike any of Korn's other offerings. It's fresh and different and i have to say i'm loving every moment of it...KoRn have risen the bar once again! Those loyal fans who feel that Korn has crossed an unforgivable line with this album should give this another listen.… Expand
  30. IsiahH
    Dec 26, 2005
    10
    This album is better than any album they've put out since the self-titled debut. All the tracks on this cd are just plain addictive. I can't stop listening to this so-called new direction and reinvention of KoRn.
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Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. AllMusic
    80
    If rap-metal were ever meant to evolve, See You on the Other Side is the record that does it.
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  2. Amazon.com
    60
    Its center becomes weighed down with bland mid-tempo numbers and the final song detracts from the powerhouse close the record might have had.
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  3. Billboard
    60
    For the most part, the producers simply add audio garnishing to Korn's signature sound via loops and Pro Tools trickery. [10 Dec 2005]
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