Saturate
Breaking Benjamin · 2002
49 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal · nu metal
A raw blend of alternative metal and post-grunge that channels emotional turbulence through heavy riffs and poignant lyrics.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Saturate' was Breaking Benjamin's debut album, capturing a moment when the band was still establishing their sound. The album came after several lineup changes, with lead vocalist Benjamin Burnley solidifying the band's identity. Their emergence coincided with the nu-metal surge of the early 2000s, allowing them to carve out a distinct niche.
- If you like
- alternative rock, alternative metal, nu metal
Saturate is an album by Breaking Benjamin, released in 2002. A raw blend of alternative metal and post-grunge that channels emotional turbulence through heavy riffs and poignant lyrics. 'Saturate' helped Breaking Benjamin secure their place in the post-grunge landscape, receiving significant radio play for tracks like 'Polyamorous'. The album reached number 20 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and laid the foundation for their future success, earning a loyal fanbase that continues to grow. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Saturate sound like?
A raw blend of alternative metal and post-grunge that channels emotional turbulence through heavy riffs and poignant lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock and alternative metal.
What makes Saturate by Breaking Benjamin notable?
'Saturate' helped Breaking Benjamin secure their place in the post-grunge landscape, receiving significant radio play for tracks like 'Polyamorous'. The album reached number 20 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and laid the foundation for their future success, earning a loyal fanbase that continues to grow. Released in 2002, 'Saturate' was Breaking Benjamin's debut album, capturing a moment when the band was still establishing their sound. The album came after several lineup changes, with lead vocalist Benjamin Burnley solidifying the band's identity. Their emergence coincided with the nu-metal surge of the early 2000s, allowing them to carve out a distinct niche.
Who is Saturate for?
Saturate works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Saturate?
Saturate has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wish I May 3:58
- 2 Medicate Standout 3:45
- 3 Polyamorous Standout 2:56
- 4 Skin Standout 3:20
- 5 Natural Life 4:00
- 6 Next to Nothing 3:43
- 7 Water 4:12
- 8 Home 3:37
- 9 Phase 4:31
- 10 No Games 3:35
- 11 Sugarcoat 3:38
- 12 Shallow Bay 4:05
- 13 Forever 3:56
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 24 sec
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