Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place
Anberlin · 2010
41 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Melodic yet brooding, Anberlin's sound intertwines introspective lyrics with soaring alternative rock instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels introspective late-night reflections dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in early 2010, 'Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place' was Anberlin's fifth studio album, coming after their commercially successful 'New Surrender' (2008). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene, having achieved significant recognition and a growing fan base.
- If you like
- alternative rock
Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place is an album by Anberlin, released in 2010. Melodic yet brooding, Anberlin's sound intertwines introspective lyrics with soaring alternative rock instrumentation. This album debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200, marking a continued commercial success for Anberlin. The critical reception highlighted its emotional depth and sonic evolution, contributing to the band's reputation as one of the prominent acts in the post-hardcore and alternative rock genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place sound like?
Melodic yet brooding, Anberlin's sound intertwines introspective lyrics with soaring alternative rock instrumentation. Rooted in alternative rock.
What makes Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place by Anberlin notable?
This album debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200, marking a continued commercial success for Anberlin. The critical reception highlighted its emotional depth and sonic evolution, contributing to the band's reputation as one of the prominent acts in the post-hardcore and alternative rock genres. Released in early 2010, 'Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place' was Anberlin's fifth studio album, coming after their commercially successful 'New Surrender' (2008). At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene, having achieved significant recognition and a growing fan base.
Who is Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place for?
Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, introspective late-night reflections and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place?
Dark Is the Way, Light Is a Place has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 We Owe This to Ourselves Standout 3:12
- 2 Impossible Standout 4:03
- 3 Take Me (As You Found Me) 4:12
- 4 Closer 3:46
- 5 You Belong Here 4:22
- 6 Pray Tell 3:47
- 7 The Art of War Standout 4:43
- 8 To the Wolves 3:31
- 9 Down 4:05
- 10 Depraved 5:24
Release Date
January 1, 2010
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 9 sec
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