Multi-platinum hard rock group Breaking Benjamin has released the official music video for their recent single, “Awaken”. The song became the first new music released by the band since 2018, and it was made available via the band’s new global recordings agreement with BMG. The partnership with BMG also marked the group’s first new label home since releasing their debut album over 20 years ago.
Breaking Benjamin guitarist Jasen Rauch previously said about “Awaken”: “Working on this song has been something new and exciting for all of us, I believe. We’ve been able to explore more of who we are traditionally while at the same time pushing boundaries and trying things we haven’t done in the past. Musically we’ve tried hard to stay true to what Breaking Benjamin is, but offer a new take as well.”
Breaking Benjamin have consistently dominated the rock charts since their debut album in 2002, “Saturate”. With 10 No. 1 hits, platinum albums, 8.5 billion streams globally, and a social following of over 6.5 million, they’ve solidified their global influence and a strong devoted fan base. Their last release, “Aurora”, earned them their tenth No. 1 rock radio hit with “Far Away” (featuring Scooter Ward).
Their previous album, “Ember”, debuted at number three on the Billboard 200, marking their fourth Top 5 debut. Their track record includes No. 1 hits like “Red Cold River” and “Torn In Two”. Both “Aurora” and “Ember” achieved Top 10 status in multiple countries, and No. 1 spots across various charts, including Billboard‘s Top Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Hard Rock Albums, and Top Digital Albums.
“Working on these new songs has been a fresh experience for all of us. We’ve stayed true to the core of who Breaking Benjamin is, but we’ve also pushed ourselves creatively, exploring new sounds and ideas that we haven’t tapped into before. It’s been about striking that balance between honoring our roots while introducing a fresh take on what our music can be,” said the band.
Sean Heydorn, SVP, head of rock and Rise Records, said: “Breaking Benjamin has consistently pushed the boundaries of rock music with their raw energy, powerful songwriting, and a connection with fans that’s both intense and enduring. We’re incredibly proud to support them as they embark on their next chapter with us at BMG.”
Throughout the group’s career, Breaking Benjamin have earned three platinum albums, two gold albums, one four-times-platinum single, one three-times-platinum single, one two-times-platinum single, three platinum singles, and six gold singles, making them one of rock music’s most highly anticipated torch bearers of new music.
