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Aurora

Breaking Benjamin · 2020

40 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · nu metal

An atmospheric blend of haunting melodies and heavy riffs, capturing the essence of alternative metal.

Why this album works

Best for
steady emotional crescendos throughout haunting melodies for introspection engaging narrative of struggle
Context
Released in 2020, 'Aurora' is Breaking Benjamin's first acoustic album, marking a significant departure from their earlier heavy sound. The album follows their 2018 release 'Ember,' showcasing a softer, more introspective side of the band while still maintaining their signature emotional intensity.
If you like
alternative rock, alternative metal, nu metal

Aurora is an album by Breaking Benjamin, released in 2020. An atmospheric blend of haunting melodies and heavy riffs, capturing the essence of alternative metal. 'Aurora' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Rock Albums chart and was well-received by fans and critics alike for its unique reinterpretation of past hits. The album highlights Breaking Benjamin's versatility and ability to evolve within the alternative metal genre, ultimately influencing other artists to explore acoustic interpretations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Aurora sound like?

An atmospheric blend of haunting melodies and heavy riffs, capturing the essence of alternative metal. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal.

What makes Aurora by Breaking Benjamin notable?

'Aurora' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Rock Albums chart and was well-received by fans and critics alike for its unique reinterpretation of past hits. The album highlights Breaking Benjamin's versatility and ability to evolve within the alternative metal genre, ultimately influencing other artists to explore acoustic interpretations. Released in 2020, 'Aurora' is Breaking Benjamin's first acoustic album, marking a significant departure from their earlier heavy sound. The album follows their 2018 release 'Ember,' showcasing a softer, more introspective side of the band while still maintaining their signature emotional intensity.

Who is Aurora for?

Aurora works well if you're into steady emotional crescendos throughout, haunting melodies for introspection and engaging narrative of struggle.

How many songs are on Aurora?

Aurora has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·40:16

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 So Cold Standout 4:32
  • 2 Failure Standout 3:37
  • 3 Far Away 4:52
  • 4 Angels Fall 3:46
  • 5 Red Cold River 3:19
  • 6 Tourniquet 4:21
  • 7 Dance With the Devil 3:44
  • 8 Never Again 3:42
  • 9 Torn in Two 4:04
  • 10 Dear Agony Standout 4:15

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 16 sec