BREAKING BENJAMIN Readies New Album After Four-Year Grind
In a fiery revelation during an interview with Moshpit Passion at the Rock Am Ring 2026 festival in Nürburgring, Germany, BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarists Jasen Rauch and Keith Wallen unveiled the exhilarating news that they've completed their highly anticipated follow-up to 2018's 'Ember'. With palpable excitement, Jasen declared, 'The album's done. There is [a title for it]. We are so close for everything coming out.' After a relentless four-year journey post-pandemic, during which they navigated lineup changes and personal struggles, the band stands proud on the brink of a monumental release.
Keith echoed the sentiment, emphasizing their eagerness to finally deliver new music to their ravenous fanbase: 'We're so ready to [put it out]. We are so excited.' The duo confirmed that fans can expect a release date announcement this summer, with the final touches to the album being made just weeks ago while they were wrapping up a festival in the U.S. 'We had our stuff with us, so we're, like, 'Do you mind if we punch this real quick?' And we did,' Jasen recounted, illustrating the dedication and urgency behind the project.
Last month, the band made waves with the release of 'Something Wicked', a track that dives deep into their darker sonic realms while maintaining the atmospheric tension that fans adore. Benjamin Burnley, the band's formidable frontman, described the track as a reflection of their creative evolution, stating, 'We challenged ourselves especially hard on this record and on this song.' The result is a haunting blend of introspective melodies and explosive crescendos—a true testament to their enduring legacy.
Not long before, in October 2024, BREAKING BENJAMIN unleashed 'Awaken', marking their first new music since 2018 and quickly dominating the Rock Digital Songs charts. This single not only solidified their return but also showcased their new global partnership with BMG, a move that has reinvigorated their nearly 25-year career. With 131 million streams and counting, the band's resurgence is undeniable.
As they prepare for their upcoming European tour this summer, BREAKING BENJAMIN, now featuring new drummer Brian Medeiros (formerly of RED and OTHERWISE), is set to storm the stage with a ferocity not seen since 2017. With a storied history of chart-topping hits and a staggering 8.5 billion streams worldwide, the anticipation for their new album couldn't be higher. As they gear up for this next chapter, one thing is certain: BREAKING BENJAMIN is ready to reclaim their throne at the forefront of the rock and metal scene.