Breaking Benjamin Announce New Album Completed

The journey to complete the record was a lengthy process. Rauch revealed that the band spent four years recording following the pandemic. The timeline was extended due to various challenges, including lineup changes and personal family matters, which led the band to re-record several songs multiple times. The final vocal line was captured just a few weeks ago during a U.S. festival appearance. While a specific date has not been set, the band expects to announce the release schedule over the summer.

The group has already provided a glimpse of their new sound through two recent singles. "Awaken," released via a new global partnership with BMG, became an immediate success, topping the Rock Digital Songs chart and surpassing 131 million streams. Their latest track, "Something Wicked," explores a darker, more atmospheric sonic territory, pushing the creative boundaries the band had previously set.

Beyond the studio, Breaking Benjamin is currently touring Europe through June and July, supported by Chevelle and Return to Dust. This marks their first overseas tour since 2017. The band also recently introduced new drummer Brian Medeiros, who made his debut at the "Welcome To Rockville" festival in May. Medeiros joins the lineup after James Cassells filled in for Shaun Foist, who stepped away from touring to focus on his health.

With ten number-one hits and billions of streams to their credit, Breaking Benjamin remains a dominant force in rock music. Their upcoming album is poised to continue a legacy of chart-topping success and critical acclaim.