• Record Label: Reprise
  • Release Date: Sep 20, 2005
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 144 Ratings

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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. 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. 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. 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.!!!!!!
  31. RyanK
    Dec 28, 2005
    10
    This albums is in my opinion their strongest. They've learned from their ventures into more melodic music and brought back the harder edged stuff. Their sound has certainly progressed but not by much. Which is a shame. However, I think that they'll be ready now to advance. If not, and they just start to repeat themselves on the next album I'm going to be very dissapointed. This albums is in my opinion their strongest. They've learned from their ventures into more melodic music and brought back the harder edged stuff. Their sound has certainly progressed but not by much. Which is a shame. However, I think that they'll be ready now to advance. If not, and they just start to repeat themselves on the next album I'm going to be very dissapointed. also... this has the best cover verson of the year on it Expand
  32. BillyS.
    Dec 31, 2005
    9
    Anyone who could give Ten Thousand Fists a bad review Obviously hasn't heard the album. The idots probably picked up an Ashley Simpson album instead. Disturbed's latest starts off with 7 songs that could all "top the charts" so to speak. Just Stop, Guarded, and Sons of Plunder are all especially great. Then the second half of the album starts out with Overburdened, which is also Anyone who could give Ten Thousand Fists a bad review Obviously hasn't heard the album. The idots probably picked up an Ashley Simpson album instead. Disturbed's latest starts off with 7 songs that could all "top the charts" so to speak. Just Stop, Guarded, and Sons of Plunder are all especially great. Then the second half of the album starts out with Overburdened, which is also awesome, then after Overburdened, some tracks do start to run together and sound similar but if you listen to them a few times, you'll appreciate each of them. This is a great CD that you Need to buy. Expand
  33. Abica
    Oct 29, 2005
    10
    This is easily their best CD. Then again, Disturbed is AMAZING. Eff Ell, you're an idiot.
  34. ClintH
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    Deals wonderfully with present day issues. Awesome CD!
  35. BrandonG
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    this albums rocks
  36. mesentery
    Jan 10, 2006
    10
    totally satisfied with this album. any disturbed fan should immediately go out and buy this if they haven't already. as with their other albums this band really knows how to get their fans movin.... ;) and once again they've taken an old song and covered it better than the original!
  37. MikeG
    Nov 20, 2006
    10
    I am 52 years old and last night was the best show I have ever seen, it just kick ass...
  38. katee.
    Oct 19, 2006
    10
    i love this album better than the other ones. they really kicked ass on this one. and T1, you have no idea what you are talking about. just because u cant pull ur head out of ur ass and realize that there is other music out there, doesnt mean that this isnt an awesome album. it is clearly u who is out of the safety net. next time read the lyrics b4 you trash it.
  39. ryanm
    Jan 3, 2006
    10
    I have all of disturbed's albums and i love all of them i think this album is really good to it is probally second t only the sickness album the only problem is there are so many songs on it i cant tell wicth is my favorite and WHO EVRE GIVES THIS A RATING BELOW A 9 IS FREAKIN RETARTED AND IS NOT A MUSIC FAN.
  40. namesareoverrated
    Jan 11, 2007
    9
    I don't care what anybody says... Disturbed has no equal in my ears. I admit, they're far from perfect, but they're closer than any I've yet heard. Ten thousand fists in the air, indeed.
  41. MollyR
    Jan 7, 2007
    10
    When this CD came out, it was in my CD player for six months straight. I even went to the concert on Thanksgiving night of all nights!! I have yet to find another CD that will live in my CD player that long.
  42. LennyR
    Mar 15, 2007
    9
    How can u expect a band to create something entirely new every album?are u telling me a bands only good if they make every album sound completely different?lets see u try and make something completely different then,disturbed has there own awesome style and i love it,it defines them.
  43. mdk
    Mar 28, 2008
    9
    I wouldn't say I'm a metal fan, much less a Disturbed fan. I didn't care for "The Sickness." But after hearing their new song Into the Fire on the radio, something convinced me to take another listen. I ended up going straight out to buy this album and I have no regrets. Straight up, this album rocks. Best played at high volume, it relentlessly pummels you until you pretty I wouldn't say I'm a metal fan, much less a Disturbed fan. I didn't care for "The Sickness." But after hearing their new song Into the Fire on the radio, something convinced me to take another listen. I ended up going straight out to buy this album and I have no regrets. Straight up, this album rocks. Best played at high volume, it relentlessly pummels you until you pretty much have to go out and break something. Awesome. Expand
  44. LukeS.
    Apr 18, 2008
    10
    Yahoo Ten thousand fists in the air Better believe it buster.
  45. ColinC.
    Jun 10, 2008
    10
    The only was to describe it... masterpiece.
  46. NokiS.
    Aug 10, 2008
    9
    I gotta say metacritic makes good albums look BAD. Its the stupid curving thing, I dont care if all the albums are clumped together IT DOESNT MAKE ANY SENSE. What if most of the albums that year were really bad, and then the best of the worst got 100? people would think it was really good and it would turn out to be really bad! Or if they were all really good and the worst of the best got I gotta say metacritic makes good albums look BAD. Its the stupid curving thing, I dont care if all the albums are clumped together IT DOESNT MAKE ANY SENSE. What if most of the albums that year were really bad, and then the best of the worst got 100? people would think it was really good and it would turn out to be really bad! Or if they were all really good and the worst of the best got a 10 but it was awesome! use some common sense! And the only reason I'm giving this a 9 instead of a 10 is because of land of confusion. Which sucks. Expand
  47. TimH.
    Dec 10, 2009
    9
    Ahhh, that hits the spot! Much like a hot cup of Kona Coffee, this album gets right on top of ya, gets the job done. Not full of flavor, but just the thing when there are zombies to kill. Ok, so I haven't actually found any zombies hell-bent on gnawing out my carotid artery to kill, but when I do... this will be the soundtrack. Don't get me wrong, I know good metal and this Ahhh, that hits the spot! Much like a hot cup of Kona Coffee, this album gets right on top of ya, gets the job done. Not full of flavor, but just the thing when there are zombies to kill. Ok, so I haven't actually found any zombies hell-bent on gnawing out my carotid artery to kill, but when I do... this will be the soundtrack. Don't get me wrong, I know good metal and this ain't it, but... I like it all the same. Much like Zombie's "La Sexorcisto," it's won me over, despite the metal-purist in me. I don't care what you call it either... it gets right on top of my owie. If you want something more authentic and original listen to Big Black, Helmet, or Finch.... and shut your pie-hole. Expand
  48. IanB
    Nov 23, 2005
    10
    This is their best album.. it mixes the other 2 albums together into something the critics just can't admit is awesome.
  49. SeanM
    Nov 28, 2005
    10
    Some of you high minded twits need to climb down off your high horses and actually enjoy a song. 10,000 fists is an awesome CD.
  50. GaryN
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    The first metal album in a while to make me sit up and listen. Comprises the punch of Sickness and the vocal range of Believe. I've listened to it Fists a few times now and it gets better every time. The Genesis cover is far better than the origional.
  51. RayA
    Dec 29, 2005
    10
    I loved the previous 2 Disturbed albums to bits, but 10'000 Fists has kicked it up a notch. As David Draiman states on the album sleeve "the time has come". And for me, and my metal listening career.. it has come with 10'000 Fists.. Absolutely masterful. The finest metal album I have bought for god knows how long.. long live Disturbed..
  52. JesseM
    Oct 24, 2005
    10
    Their best CD yet.
  53. MichaelS
    Oct 28, 2005
    10
    People are too quick to blindly hate them, when they're actually on of the best bands out there. I bet half the idiots dissing them can't even play guitar, bass, drums, or sing and have absolutely no clue what they're talking about. Me? I play guitar, I know what I'm saying. They're pretty damn good. And I'm giving them a ten because they deserve it. (B ythe People are too quick to blindly hate them, when they're actually on of the best bands out there. I bet half the idiots dissing them can't even play guitar, bass, drums, or sing and have absolutely no clue what they're talking about. Me? I play guitar, I know what I'm saying. They're pretty damn good. And I'm giving them a ten because they deserve it. (B ythe way, I also listen to Dream Theater. So don't pull your "progressive" or "classic metal credibility crap on me.) Expand
  54. cSWATKO
    Jan 14, 2006
    8
    Solid album. You need some instant motivation to hit the gym? Look no further than I'M ALIVE. Simply awesome.
  55. JuggaloJ
    Dec 2, 2006
    10
    Critics blow. You people have no sense at all. You're probably the type that sit at home and listen to Madonna and Elton John constantly... utterly disgusting. Idiots.
  56. DarkKnightanonymous
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    Awesome simply awesome
  57. TALKTOMEIFULIKEDISTURBED
    Mar 27, 2006
    8
    i just cant understand WHY WHY do people dont like disturbed................. somthing happened with me a few days earlier . My freind who said he hated disturbed listened a few songs from this album and said they were crap.............. in my car when we were going somwhere i said dude check this new band its awsome MTV gave it ther name of new "metallica" he herd it and said.."DAMN they i just cant understand WHY WHY do people dont like disturbed................. somthing happened with me a few days earlier . My freind who said he hated disturbed listened a few songs from this album and said they were crap.............. in my car when we were going somwhere i said dude check this new band its awsome MTV gave it ther name of new "metallica" he herd it and said.."DAMN they r good" to the same songs .People are just ignoring distubed becasue they lack publicity adn are not "mtv Hyped" i think it was not better than the first and second but Dans guitar is really improving as well as Davis vocals i just hope good for their next album Expand
  58. LarryR
    May 18, 2006
    10
    This album is addicting!!!! Listen to it a few times and you will love it.
  59. RockEr
    Aug 26, 2006
    10
    Critics suck..this album rules
  60. joelW.
    Jun 11, 2008
    10
    Awesome stuff! indestructable is better though but this is really good.
  61. KevinB
    Nov 21, 2005
    8
    Dont listen to that elitist Smaz. This album is great, and this is from an unbiased perspectavie. This is the first Disturbed album I got and its really not what I expected. I expected the same rebel or self-hating crap Ive heard from other mainstream bands, but this album is actually very deep, and the lyrics are well thought out. And unlike other bands, if you listen closely...there is Dont listen to that elitist Smaz. This album is great, and this is from an unbiased perspectavie. This is the first Disturbed album I got and its really not what I expected. I expected the same rebel or self-hating crap Ive heard from other mainstream bands, but this album is actually very deep, and the lyrics are well thought out. And unlike other bands, if you listen closely...there is variety in the guitar work. Now Im not saying its great but its better than other bands that use only 2 or 3 chords per song. *coughLinkinParkcough* AND! there are some awesome guitar solos in the album. My favorite being the one in Stricken. Oh yea the vocals are great too. BUT! there are some weaknesses in this album. After "Sons of Plunder" the album really starts to get boring, UNTIL the cover "Land of Confusion" starts playing. THat is the most powerful song on the album. In my opinion. There are only about 9 excellent songs on the album. The rest are just "meh." BUY NOW! ITS WORTH YOUR MONEY. PLUS THE ARTWORK IS COOL. Expand
  62. ScottL
    Nov 22, 2005
    6
    Clearly the weakest album they've made to date. It's not terrible just disappointing.
  63. DME
    May 23, 2012
    8
    A bit too repetitive, but still an overall good album.
  64. Oct 22, 2010
    6
    Stupid but cool. I liked a lot of the songs on here but it's not one of those albums you want to listen to over and over again as a whole. The Sickness was a lot better in my opinion, so if you want to hear the talent of Disturbed go listen to that. But honestly the metal genre has much better things to offer than this.
  65. Oct 2, 2010
    10
    Song by Song review
    Ten Thousand Fists: One of the most effective and strong opening songs ive ever heard
    Just Stop: This song doesnt dumb down what the opening brought us, it strengthens the album with a strong chorus Guarded: This song is a weapon. no doubt about it Deify: Maybe one of the weaker songs but it has a strong political message Stricken: On and off favorite song by disturbed,
    Song by Song review
    Ten Thousand Fists: One of the most effective and strong opening songs ive ever heard
    Just Stop: This song doesnt dumb down what the opening brought us, it strengthens the album with a strong chorus
    Guarded: This song is a weapon. no doubt about it
    Deify: Maybe one of the weaker songs but it has a strong political message
    Stricken: On and off favorite song by disturbed, and i mean that,
    I'm Alive: this is when the songs start to follow the all-around theme of the album and it starts to build on its epicness.
    Sons of Plunder: Nothing to say but awesome
    Overburdened: One of the most touching songs ever. The opening bass line is full of epicness
    Decadence: Full of the epic elements handed to you by the album in its entirety
    Forgiven: One of the most criminally underrated songs on this album, Not a typical Disturbed song and its not bad at all, its amazing
    Land of Confusion: One of the best covers i've ever heard. Genesis better be proud
    Sacred Lie: Catchy as hell, turn it up and kill the whole world, in your mind of course
    Pain Redefined: Strong is too weak to describe it.
    Avarice: Doesn't fulfill the job of a closer, But it does fulfill the job as a song that makes you want more
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  66. Aug 31, 2010
    9
    Great Album. I had it in my CD player for two months straight. Near the second half of the album some of the songs sound a little the same but alot of the songs still remain my favorites.
  67. Sep 8, 2010
    10
    This is an awesome album by the band of Disturbed. The only track I didn't want to play 100 times over with the sound blazing was "Overburdened", a song about Hell. But otherwise, there really isn't any repetitiveness in this album. It deserves this 10.
  68. Dec 25, 2011
    9
    This is a very well-written album that rallies Disturbed's fans. The music is fantastic and the lyrics still have that signature sinister, demonic quality to them.
  69. Aug 22, 2013
    10
    This album, and this band, got me into metal. There's little more that can be said but HOLY This album is solid as hell, musically diverse yet still cohesive. My favorite album by my all time favorite band. 'Nuff said.
  70. Dec 12, 2013
    9
    Disturbed's Best album (in my humble opinion)
    isn't perfect, repetitive, but is very, very good
    It Doesn't deserve a 59 out of 100
    they did a good job
  71. Mar 10, 2018
    9
    The critics gave it a 59 rating overall average. The fans 86 universal acclaim. This sums up the album the fans loved it and I would agree as a Disturbed fans I loved it. I played Land of Confusion for my mum a Genesis fan and even she preferred Disturbed's version a brilliant album and Disturbed's best for certain.
  72. Jul 13, 2014
    10
    Disturbed's only album to rival their debut The Sickness. Full of songs that will get you pumped up. Also the cover of Genesis's Land of Confusion is great and like the original, has a cool music video, although in a bit different style.
  73. Feb 27, 2015
    6
    I am a big fan of Disturbed. They are my second favorite band. That being said, not all of their songs are good. Not all of the songs on this album are good. But they at least have the rebellious spirit that I absolutely love in a metal song, or the inspiring battle music that I can't get enough of. However, some of their songs make the same mistakes that most pop songs make by justI am a big fan of Disturbed. They are my second favorite band. That being said, not all of their songs are good. Not all of the songs on this album are good. But they at least have the rebellious spirit that I absolutely love in a metal song, or the inspiring battle music that I can't get enough of. However, some of their songs make the same mistakes that most pop songs make by just repeating the same line over and over again. They sound great, their songs can be really inspiring, but they often sound like pop trying to be metal. Expand
  74. Mar 22, 2015
    10
    10/10 ................................................................................................................................................
  75. Jul 18, 2017
    5
    it was okay........................................................................................................................................................................
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Negative: 1 out of 7
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Billboard
    40
    It is hard to hear much difference between each cut. [24 Sep 2005]