Is Run a good place to start with Awolnation?

Yes, Run is recommended as a starting point for new Awolnation listeners. Electrifying synths and soaring vocals collide, crafting anthemic soundscapes that oscillate between introspection and explosive energy. Released in 2015, Run is Awolnation's second studio album, following their breakthrough debut Megalithic Symphony in 2011. By this time, the band was solidifying its identity within the electronic rock genre, using their growing popularity to explore more ambitious production techniques and lyrical themes.

Run works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and immersive listening experience.

How many songs are on Run?

Run has 14 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Run

Awolnation · 2015

55 min · 14 tracks · electronic rock

Electrifying synths and soaring vocals collide, crafting anthemic soundscapes that oscillate between introspection and explosive energy.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Run Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit with its pulsating energy and motivational lyrics that urge listeners to embrace freedom and resilience.
→
Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf) — This track stands out for its catchy chorus and exploration of existential themes, blending infectious melodies with thought-provoking lyrics about identity and belonging.
→
I Am — With its introspective verses and uplifting refrain, this song showcases the emotional depth of the album, resonating with listeners seeking self-affirmation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and production but has some uneven pacing and depth.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a powerful synth riff that sets an anthemic tone, which is maintained through the majority of the album.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in 'Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf)' and 'Run'.
The album includes abrupt tempo shifts, such as the transition from the energetic 'KOOKSEVERYWHERE!!!' to the more introspective 'Headrest for My Soul'.
The final track, 'Drinking Lightning', features a gradual build-up that culminates in a climactic finish, contrasting with earlier tracks.

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: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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

steady, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
immersive listening experience
introspective reflective moments

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Represents a maturation of sound and solidifies the band's identity.
Career context: Released in 2015, Run is Awolnation's second studio album, following their breakthrough debut Megalithic Symphony in 2011. By this time, the band was solidifying its identity within the electronic rock genre, using their growing popularity to explore more ambitious production techniques and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors: Imagine Dragons· Bastille· X Ambassadors

New to Awolnation? Find your way in →

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Run

The song shifts from a personal reflection to an empowering call to action.

This transition elevates the message from individual struggle to collective empowerment, creating a rallying cry for those feeling trapped.