Awake
Illenium · 2017
47 min · 13 tracks · EDM · future bass
Emotional melodies intertwine with powerful drops, crafting an immersive journey through heartache and healing.
Why this album works
'Awake' debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart and featured collaborations with prominent artists like Halsey and Echosmith. The album solidified Illenium's reputation for emotional storytelling through music, influencing a wave of producers focused on melodic bass sounds.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released on September 21, 2017, 'Awake' marked Illenium's second studio album, following his debut 'Ashes' in 2016. At this point in his career, he was gaining significant traction in the electronic dance music scene, establishing himself as a leading figure in the future bass genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Martin Garrix· Zedd· Flo Rida
- If this clicks, go next to
- Ascend — Continues emotional themes with an evolved sound and stronger energy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Needed You 5:06
- 2 Crawl Outta Love Standout 4:02
- 3 No Time Like Now 2:04
- 4 Free Fall 3:26
- 5 Where’d U Go 3:05
- 6 Fractures Standout 4:06
- 7 Leaving 3:55
- 8 Lost 3:20
- 9 Sound of Walking Away 4:14
- 10 Taking Me Higher 2:45
- 11 Feel Good 4:08
- 12 Beautiful Creatures Standout 4:01
- 13 Let You Go 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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