Disturbed – The Sickness (used)

. It launched the band into public consciousness and is considered one of the most important and influential heavy metal albums of all time. 

• Genre: Primarily nu metal, with elements of hard rock and alternative metal.
• Release Date: March 7, 2000.
• Commercial Success: The album was certified 5x Platinum by the RIAA in 2018, making it the band's most successful album with over 5 million copies shipped in the US. It spent 106 weeks on the US Billboard 200 chart, peaking at number 29. It was their only album not to hit number one on the Billboard 200 until Evolution in 2018.
• Singles: The album featured several singles, including "Stupify" (April 2000), "Down with the Sickness" (October 2000), "Voices" (November 2000), and "The Game" (February 2001). "Down with the Sickness" is considered Disturbed's signature song and is 8x platinum certified.
• Notable Tracks: Apart from "Down with the Sickness," known for David Draiman's unique vocalization, "Stupify" was the first single and addresses themes of racism. The album also includes "Shout 2000," a cover of the Tears for Fears song.
• Reissues: "The Sickness" has been reissued multiple times, including 10th and 20th anniversary editions with remastered audio and bonus content. A 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition was released on March 7, 2025, featuring additional tracks.
• Album Art: The cover art depicts "The Sickness" as a monster being born.