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BREAKING BENJAMIN Rises from the Ashes with 'Something Wicked' Dominating the Charts

By Jason •
The hard rock titans unleash their darkest track yet, solidifying their reign with another chart-topping hit.

In a thunderous announcement that rattled the rock world, BREAKING BENJAMIN has once again claimed their rightful throne as their latest single, 'Something Wicked', ascends to No. 1 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. This marks the band's ninth career No. 1, further cementing their legacy in the annals of hard rock history. Unveiled at Welcome To Rockville earlier this year, this haunting anthem serves as a tantalizing glimpse into their highly anticipated full-length album.

With a signature blend of atmospheric tension and bone-crushing instrumentation, 'Something Wicked' plunges listeners into a darker sonic abyss, while staying true to the band's unmistakable sound. The track has already racked up nearly 11 million streams globally and stormed to the top of the Apple Music and iTunes Rock charts within its debut week, showcasing BREAKING BENJAMIN's unyielding dominance in the hard rock arena.

Upon dropping the single, the band expressed their artistic evolution: "'Something Wicked' is a quick look into our influences both musically and thematically. We challenged ourselves especially hard on this record and on this song. We pushed every boundary we've previously had as far as it will go, then pushed a little more. 'Something Wicked' was the result." The intensity of their creative drive is palpable, and fans are here for it.

The band’s first single in five years, 'Awaken', quickly shot to No. 1 on the Rock Digital Songs charts, further proving their prowess. Surpassing 133 million streams globally, it's clear that BREAKING BENJAMIN is not merely a band; they are a force of nature. Their impressive trajectory began with 2002's 'Saturate', and since then, they have amassed a staggering collection of mainstream rock hits, with nine songs hitting No. 1 and 8.5 billion combined streams worldwide.

As they prepare to unleash their U.S. fall tour starting September 2 in Camden, New Jersey, fans can expect nothing less than a monumental show. With support from heavyweights CHEVELLE, STARSET, and Kami Kehoe, this is a tour that promises to shake the foundations of every venue they grace. BREAKING BENJAMIN is not just a band; they are the very heartbeat of modern hard rock, with Benjamin Burnley (vocals), Aaron Bruch (bass/backing vocals), Keith Wallen (guitar/backing vocals), and Jasen Rauch (guitar) leading the charge.