Alesana's 2006 debut on Fearless Records offered a blend of post-hardcore energy and melodic sensibilities, establishing a blueprint for their subsequent career. The album's title track became an early calling card for the band.
- The album was recorded with producer Vinnie Mauro. It charted at number 45 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. The album art features a prominent visual motif of a woman in a tattered wedding dress.
- The album was released on June 6, 2006. It was a foundational release for the band on the Fearless Records label. The record was re-released in 2019 with bonus tracks.
- The band toured extensively in support of this album, including Warped Tour dates. It helped solidify their place in the burgeoning scene of the mid-2000s. Critics noted the blend of screamed and clean vocals.
Hailing from Southwick, Massachusetts, Alesana is a post-hardcore band known for its melodic stylings and often intricate lyrical themes. This album marked their debut, arriving as the emo and post-hardcore scenes were beginning to blend with more aggressive elements.
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