What makes Constellations by August Burns Red notable?

'Constellations' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the band's growing popularity. The album received critical acclaim, with features in major publications like Alternative Press noting its innovation in metalcore and lyrical complexity, influencing many subsequent bands in the scene. When 'Constellations' was released in January 2009, August Burns Red was building on the success of their previous album, 'Messengers', which had established them as a leading force in metalcore. This release marked their third studio album and solidified their reputation for technical prowess and lyrical depth within the genre.

Who is Constellations for?

Constellations works well if you're into steady pacing for focused sessions, emotional intensity in each track and engaging complexity for detail seekers.

How many songs are on Constellations?

Constellations has 12 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Constellations

August Burns Red · 2009

47 min · 12 tracks · metalcore

A complex blend of intricate guitar work and aggressive rhythms layered with emotional intensity.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused sessions
emotional intensity in each track
engaging complexity for detail seekers
consistent energy throughout the album

Maybe skip if you want

prefer immediate gratification
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context: When 'Constellations' was released in January 2009, August Burns Red was building on the success of their previous album, 'Messengers', which had established them as a leading force in metalcore. This release marked their third studio album and solidified their reputation for technical prowess and lyrical depth within the genre.
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