Ten Thousand Fists
by Disturbed
  • Record Label: Reprise
  • Release Date: Sep 20, 2005
User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 144 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 126 out of 144
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 144
  3. Negative: 8 out of 144

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  1. GeraldoZ
    Jan 2, 2009
    10
    Disturbed's best album.
  2. FredR
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    Finally, a metal CD for adults. Draiman has a rhythmic delivery and his lyrics actually say something. The production is ferocious, the guitars and drums are tight, and the arrangements are powerful. If you don't like this disc you don't like metal. Rivals classic albums from my metalhead days in the 80s and quite frankly makes The Sickness sound limp and dated. From start to Finally, a metal CD for adults. Draiman has a rhythmic delivery and his lyrics actually say something. The production is ferocious, the guitars and drums are tight, and the arrangements are powerful. If you don't like this disc you don't like metal. Rivals classic albums from my metalhead days in the 80s and quite frankly makes The Sickness sound limp and dated. From start to finish Ten Thousand Fists delivers the goods. They take aim at posers on Sons Of Plunder and it would be hard to think of the current crop of rap rockers and MTV punkers following that on stage. Give your car stereo a treat and turn this one way, WAY up.… Expand
  3. KeytonE
    Jan 4, 2006
    9
    I am extremely confused at the mixed reviews of this album. I've been a sideline fan of Disturbed since their first album, but this time they have sealed the deal and I am a full on believer. The sound on this album is incredibly tight and each song offers a great listening experience. Excellent!
  4. AnonymousConnor
    Oct 9, 2008
    8
    Is it a perfect album? No. Does it deserve a 59 out of 100? No. Yes, it is repetetive, but I still see bands like the Jonas Brothers commit this same 'unforgivable sin,' and get off scot-free. Overall, it's a good album. Not perfect, but still good.
  5. Charlie7777
    Jul 28, 2011
    10
    wow........... a 56???? you guy really need to borrow a taste in music from someone because this album kicked ass!
  6. EffEll
    Oct 26, 2005
    0
    Disturbing indeed...
  7. RaulV.
    Jan 11, 2009
    0
    Nothing innovative here, it all sounds the same. The sad thing is that this is what people think metal has to offer. That is truly a crime.
  8. HelpU
    Jul 19, 2009
    0
    Who can make a weird laughing noise, crappy lyrics, and god awful melodies likable?... Noone.
  9. T1
    Nov 23, 2005
    1
    Creative? Oh my god............you people are brainwashed. This is middle of the road and feed to the radio masses crap. Why don't you guys crawl out of your safety nets and explore "creative" and "honest" music. Ahem......that means you actually gotta look and instead of being spoon fed my MTV and the modern rock drivel radio stations. Man oh man...........air pollution is getting Creative? Oh my god............you people are brainwashed. This is middle of the road and feed to the radio masses crap. Why don't you guys crawl out of your safety nets and explore "creative" and "honest" music. Ahem......that means you actually gotta look and instead of being spoon fed my MTV and the modern rock drivel radio stations. Man oh man...........air pollution is getting out of hand these days.… Expand
  10. PoldoG
    Oct 25, 2005
    5
    It's all about shouting and nothing else...
  11. Smaz
    Nov 9, 2005
    2
    Disturbed is a band that gets by on feeding kids like Justin S. mindless crap in the form of muted powerchords and tasteless growls. Creativity, my friends, is the one word NOT to associate with this album. I'd sum up this album in three simple words, DO NOT BUY.
  12. RyanLopez
    Oct 25, 2010
    8
    This is one of my favorite albums, I like it better than Indestructible and Believe but its still not as good as the sickness and asylum. Out of 100 I'd give it a 69 because a lot of bands have the same sound.
  13. citizenjoe100
    Dec 20, 2011
    10
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  14. andrewr
    Jan 7, 2006
    10
    one of the best albums out there. yall haters must not even like music at all. disturbed was from chicago, il
  15. kevinl
    Apr 10, 2006
    10
    i freakin love this album it is the best shit ever better than the sickness. IF YOU LIKE DISTURBED THAN GET THIS. the critics dont know shit screw them
  16. TylerDurden
    Jun 7, 2009
    8
    Generally a strong album, with a few weaker tracks. Tracks such as "Stricken", and the cover of "Land of Confusion" make this album stand out, but unfortunately, Disturbed could have made this album stronger with the inclusion of some B-Sides such as "Sickened" or "Monster".
  17. anneh
    Dec 4, 2005
    10
    This is one of the greatest albums in metal history,and if you don't like this album you are #1 rap fan.
  18. MikeH
    Oct 25, 2005
    9
    Disturbed has taken the best parts of Sickness and Believe to make one awesome album. They are easily the best metal act around.
  19. ThrashBeast
    Dec 8, 2006
    7
    Let me introduce myself first. I am not fan of the Mainstream Metal, instead i'm deeply into the underground scene with godly bands like Exodus, Nevermore, Opeth, Pain Of Salvation, Suffocation, etc. To be honest this is nothing in comparison to any Opeth or Nevermore album but Imo it's one of the best Mainstream Metal albums I've heard in years.
  20. JimmieHeat
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    I'm With Rock Er on this, Disturbed has definitly shown their worth, and the critics only judge critically because they don't relate.
  21. gdawg
    Mar 6, 2006
    10
    Fuck the critics. What the Fuck is New Musical Express? It sounds like the fast food starbucks version of music. This is Fucking art.
  22. PattiT.
    Jul 31, 2008
    6
    I really like the raw quality of Down With the Sickness. Believe and Ten Thousand Fists have a polished, preachy, glam quality that I'm sorry to say disappoints me. I really like the band. They are tight and talented. It just seems like after their first album they sold out to the corporate machine. Now they seem to play the same general song over and over. No more Dropping Plates. I really like the raw quality of Down With the Sickness. Believe and Ten Thousand Fists have a polished, preachy, glam quality that I'm sorry to say disappoints me. I really like the band. They are tight and talented. It just seems like after their first album they sold out to the corporate machine. Now they seem to play the same general song over and over. No more Dropping Plates. No more Stupify. Just glam-slick, Believe-style heavy metal with David's vocals glistening with slick sound effect. I guess some people might like that. I liked the raw better. Metallica always had the ability to keep the rawness. I guess their music evolved with them, and not every one of their songs is totally amazing. You could really tell that music was their living. I wish Disturbed had been able to keep the powerof their first album. I haven't heard their newest album, Indestructable. I will be looking forward to it, and hoping for the best!… Expand
  23. MG
    Sep 10, 2009
    9
    Best Disturbed album ever! All who don't like this, just have an other taste.
  24. BrandonJ
    Jan 21, 2010
    10
    Okay, everyone who is posting crap, stop. i bet all you do with your life is go around from metal album to rock album and just write a bad review.
  25. CodyL
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    I've been listening to Disturbed since The Sickness came out. By far, I believe they are the best band out there. The Sickness remains my favorite album of any, but 10,000 Fists is very easily number two. To all of you who felt the need, and still feel the need to degrade Disturbed; if you are not too busy to get away from you're narrow minds, just take a look at the lyrics of I've been listening to Disturbed since The Sickness came out. By far, I believe they are the best band out there. The Sickness remains my favorite album of any, but 10,000 Fists is very easily number two. To all of you who felt the need, and still feel the need to degrade Disturbed; if you are not too busy to get away from you're narrow minds, just take a look at the lyrics of Disturbed's albums, mainly 10,000 Fists. If you have any depth in you, you will find that the words that are spoken, and sometimes shouted, are VERY deep and meaningful. For those of you who voted 10 as I did, stand strong and keep your fists in the air.… Expand
  26. Moe
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    effing AMAZING!!! My absolute favorite album!!!!!!!!!
  27. JimR
    Nov 4, 2005
    10
    really effin' good!!
  28. JustinS
    Nov 6, 2005
    10
    a perfect 10 just like their other albums, they are one of the most creative bands out there if not the most.
  29. ChrisF.
    Dec 16, 2005
    10
    This may not be their absolute best album, but it's still awesome. There is not one song on this CD that I did not love.
  30. ShirleneH
    Dec 25, 2005
    10
    I think they did a great job on this cd. And to any one that donsnt think so your stupid. To T1 dont be Mad cause they make more money than you. And david draiman Is hot. Dont be a hater.!!!!!!
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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. AllMusic
    80
    Ten Thousand Fists does start to sound the same after a while. But those bloody zombies aren't going to stop pouring though the doorway, so it's a good thing it has at least 12 burly alt-metal rockers.
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  2. Amazon.com
    70
    The album isn't without its problems––come the halfway mark ("Sons of Plunder") vocalist David Draiman and his mates lapse into the expected, with a series of songs that are good but rarely as remarkable as those found in Act I.
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  3. Billboard
    40
    It is hard to hear much difference between each cut. [24 Sep 2005]
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