Phobia - Breaking Benjamin

Advantages: Fantastic vocals, gorgeous lyrics, exceptional playing
Disadvantages: None!

I'm not the poster woman for this kind of music, i'm a 30 something technie but trust me when I tell you, that not since the likes of Paul Rodgers (of Free fame) or Graham Bonnet (Rainbow) has a voice of such power and grace ever been heard. Breaking Benjamin's front man, Ben Burnley, has the kind of voice that can lull you to sleep, or inject such energy and power into you that you feel able to do anything. This CD has it all. It shows the whole ...
...behind him. Helped in his writing by former Smashing Pumpkins singer-songwriter "Billy Corgan" they have managed to produce songs with exceptional lyrics, some very dark, but nonetheless inspiring and thought provoking. Evil Angel is a prime example, a gorgeous rocky piece of music behind it, it lulls slightly to allow Burnley's voice to shine before winding it up again in-between. Breath - another track which shines on the CD is constructed perfectly. ... Read review

Advantages: Fantasic sound quality, awesome lyrics, can be listened to over and over again
Disadvantages: I cant think of any, read the review to find some

Formed in 1998 by vocalist Benjamin Burnley and drummer Jeremy Hummel, Breaking Benjamin quickly garnered a strong local following. In 1999, the band briefly renamed themselves "Plan 9." In late 2000, after various line-up changes, the band changed its name back to "Breaking Benjamin" and two friends of Burnley, Aaron Fink and Mark Klepaski, left their previous band, Lifer, and joined the ranks of Breaking Benjamin as guitarist and bassist, respectively. ...
...of their part in an MTV cover band contest that resulted in a record deal with Universal Records. This album sold 131,000 copies in its first week, which made it the fastest selling and highest charting Breaking Benjamin album to date, locking up a #2 spot on the Billboard charts. One of their most famous songs would be "Blow me Away". This song was featured in the fast paced shoot-em up game, "Halo 2" and is a great song to play along to. Track ... Read review

Advantages: Powerful, energetic post grunge hard rock, with moving lyrics
Disadvantages: None at the moment.

I just recently discovered this fantastic band when reading about another artist...but thats another story alltogether. :) I immediately checked out BB on Youtube, and my first listening experience with them was The Diary Of Jane from this record. I was captured from the very first minute. The music is really energetic and vibrant. The lyrics are interesting and the overall performance by the band is outstanding. As of right now I absolutely ...
...Enough and The Diary Of Jane. The voice of Benjamin Burnley is tremendously powerful and this record has already become an instant classic in my collection. So if you are into post grunge hard rock you will most likely be fond of this release. This record is very well produced and I am going to have to recommend it. :o) ... Read review

Advantages: Hardcore-rock-catchy, a singer with a voice to die for.
Disadvantages: Can't think of any!

Track Listing: 1. Intro 2. The Diary of Jane 3. Breath 4. You 5. Evil Angel 6. Until the End 7. Dance with the Devil 8. Topless 9. Here We Are 10. Unknown Soldier 11. Had Enough 12. You Fight Me 13. Outro Definitely an amazing album, worth the first listen and every listen after that. The lead singer has a beautifully deep voice, the kind every guy wants and every girls wants to hear when she is sung to. It has so much raw passion and energy ...
...bones. Don't be put off by 'Dance With The Devil' or 'Evil Angel', I hear no evidence of Satan worship or death metal. It's far more reminiscent of Nickelback than Cradle Of Filth. Some songs I definitely recommend are 'Breath' and 'Diary Of Jane'. Songs with lyrics everyone can relate to, but thinks no one else can, sung by a guy who's been through it all. A beautiful hardcore rock album worth every penny paid. ... Read review