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Shallow Bay: The Best of Breaking Benjamin

Breaking Benjamin · 2011

55 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · nu metal

A powerful blend of melodic hooks and heavy instrumentals that define post-grunge resilience.

Why this album works

This compilation reached No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, affirming Breaking Benjamin's significant presence in the rock genre. It draws not just from their commercial hits but also from fan favorites, highlighting the band's influence on the post-grunge movement and their appeal to a dedicated fanbase.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys short, impactful listening sessions intense motivational moments
Context
Released in 2011, 'Shallow Bay: The Best of Breaking Benjamin' is a compilation album that showcases the band’s evolution since their debut in 2002. At this point, Breaking Benjamin was solidifying their status in the alternative metal scene following a series of successful albums like 'Phobia' (2006). This collection reflects both their commercial achievements and distinctive sound over nearly a decade.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Polyamorous 2:57
  • 2 Skin 3:21
  • 3 Medicate 3:46
  • 4 So Cold Standout 4:34
  • 5 Sooner or Later 3:39
  • 6 Rain 3:25
  • 7 The Diary of Jane Standout 3:21
  • 8 Breath 3:39
  • 9 Until the End 4:13
  • 10 I Will Not Bow Standout 3:37
  • 11 Lights Out 3:34
  • 12 Give Me a Sign 4:19
  • 13 Blow Me Away 3:09
  • 14 Water 4:02
  • 15 Had Enough (live acoustic) 4:16

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