Ascend
Illenium · 2019
60 min · 17 tracks · EDM · future bass
Emotional future bass anthems intertwine with intimate lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape of healing and hope.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences intimate reflective moments
- Context
- By 2019, Illenium had established himself as a leading figure in electronic dance music with two successful albums, 'Awake' and 'Ashes.' 'Ascend' marked his third studio album and showcased his evolution toward a more polished sound while tackling deeper emotional themes.
- If you like
- EDM, future bass
Ascend is an album by Illenium, released in 2019. Emotional future bass anthems intertwine with intimate lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape of healing and hope. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, further solidifying Illenium's impact on the genre. It features collaborations with notable artists like Jonny Graves and is recognized for its heartfelt songwriting that resonates with fans dealing with personal struggles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ascend sound like?
Emotional future bass anthems intertwine with intimate lyrics, creating a vibrant soundscape of healing and hope. Rooted in EDM and future bass.
What makes Ascend by Illenium notable?
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, further solidifying Illenium's impact on the genre. It features collaborations with notable artists like Jonny Graves and is recognized for its heartfelt songwriting that resonates with fans dealing with personal struggles. By 2019, Illenium had established himself as a leading figure in electronic dance music with two successful albums, 'Awake' and 'Ashes.' 'Ascend' marked his third studio album and showcased his evolution toward a more polished sound while tackling deeper emotional themes.
Who is Ascend for?
Ascend works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, wave-like pacing experiences and intimate reflective moments.
How many songs are on Ascend?
Ascend has 17 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Care (intro) 0:32
- 2 Hold On 3:55
- 3 Good Things Fall Apart Standout 3:36
- 4 That’s Why 4:12
- 5 Blood 4:08
- 6 Take You Down 3:41
- 7 All Together 3:58
- 8 Crashing Standout 3:49
- 9 Broken Ones 3:18
- 10 Every Piece of Me 3:43
- 11 Takeaway Standout 3:29
- 12 Sad Songs 3:30
- 13 Pray 4:54
- 14 In Your Arms 3:40
- 15 Gorgeous 4:37
- 16 Angel (Lonely Prelude) 0:41
- 17 Lonely 4:30
Release Date
August 16, 2019
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
60 min 23 sec
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