What does Phobia sound like?

A powerful blend of soaring melodies and heavy guitar riffs that captures the essence of post-grunge angst. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal. Start with "The Diary of Jane".

Is Phobia a good place to start with Breaking Benjamin?

Yes, Phobia is recommended as a starting point for new Breaking Benjamin listeners. A powerful blend of soaring melodies and heavy guitar riffs that captures the essence of post-grunge angst. When Breaking Benjamin released Phobia in 2006, they were riding high from their previous album, We Are Not Alone, which had established them as a leading act in the post-grunge scene. Phobia marked their fourth studio album and solidified their sound while expanding their mainstream appeal through hit singles.

Phobia works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, short, impactful listening sessions and intense, reflective moods.

How many songs are on Phobia?

Phobia has 13 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Phobia

Breaking Benjamin · 2006

43 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A powerful blend of soaring melodies and heavy guitar riffs that captures the essence of post-grunge angst.

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Top tracks — play these first

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The Diary of Jane Start here — This track features an unforgettable chorus and dynamic guitar work that showcases the band’s ability to merge melodic hooks with heavy instrumentation, making it a defining anthem for the band.
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Breath — With its emotional lyrics and intense delivery, this song highlights the band's knack for balancing vulnerability with powerful instrumentation, resonating strongly with fans.
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Unknown Soldier — This track stands out for its poignant themes of sacrifice and loss, using haunting melodies to evoke a deep sense of reflection and emotional weight.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Phobia combines strong melodies with heavy instrumentation, showcasing solid songwriting and production.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief instrumental intro that sets a dark tone before transitioning into the high-energy track 'The Diary of Jane'.
Several tracks feature dynamic shifts in intensity, such as 'Evil Angel', which alternates between softer verses and explosive choruses.
The final track, 'Outro', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting the aggressive sound of earlier songs with a more subdued atmosphere.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
short, impactful listening sessions
intense, reflective moods
steady build towards climax

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Breaking Benjamin's status in the post-grunge scene.
Career context: When Breaking Benjamin released Phobia in 2006, they were riding high from their previous album, We Are Not Alone, which had established them as a leading act in the post-grunge scene. Phobia marked their fourth studio album and solidified their sound while expanding their mainstream appeal through hit singles.
Stylistic neighbors: Three Days Grace· Seether· Shinedown