Korn has released a fiery new song titled “Reward the Scars,” marking their first new music since 2022.
Inspired by the upcoming Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred video game expansion pack, the song is loaded with Korn signatures, including massive grooves, grinding bass lines, and atmospheric guitar work. Jonathan Davis’ vocals alternate between a sinister croon and a furious growl.
You can listen to “Reward the Scars” below.
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When Did Korn Last Release Music?
Prior to “Reward the Scars,” Korn last released new music in 2022 when they issued their 14th album, Requiem.
More recently, the nu-metal pioneers’ classic song “Freak on a Leash” has become part of a trending TikTok dance, with users applying choreography for Swedish pop star Zara Larsson’s “Lush Life” to the grinding, bass-heavy song.
They’ve also got a sprawling European headlining tour booked for the fall — their first non-festival tour of the region in over a decade.
Korn, ‘Reward the Scars’ Artwork
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Bassist Fieldy Clarifies Current Korn Status
Estranged Korn bassist Fieldy also offered some insight into his break from the band in a recent episode of the Shady Characters podcast.
“COVID happened. That’s it,” said Fieldy, who stepped away from Korn in 2021, ending a 28-year tenure. “I’m like, ‘I’m not going out there.’ That’s what happened, ’cause it was new. Now, I didn’t get vaccinated or anything — but when you reflect on it, that’s what happened. They’re like, ‘We’re going to Florida,’ and I’m like, ‘I’m not going to get vaccinated. I’m not going.’ I go, ‘People, this is weird right now.’ But I mean, that’s kind of what happened.”
The bassist said he has no hard feelings about his time in the band. “It’s not easy. But it is a blast. I don’t look back going, ‘That sucked.’ I mean, I could look at it and complain, but how are you going to complain?” he said. “That was everything everybody dreams of. And I got to go almost like a vet. I put in 30 years and now here I am. I’m cool with that.”
When asked if he considers himself “retired” from Korn, Fieldy said: “I’m retired from Korn today, but we’ll see what the day brings tomorrow.”
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All 43 Acts That Played Korn’s Family Values Tour
Breaking down each band’s appearances on the Family Values Tour.
Gallery Credit: Rob Carroll
