BRKN Love by Daniel Dorta, Black Box
Toronto-based rock band BRKN Love announce their new album Black Box set to release on November 4th, 2022 via Spinefarm Records.
After the success of their ‘Vol.1’ and ‘Vol.2’ EPs, the trend continues with the band’s sophomore album, which once again showcases how well songwriter/front man Justin Benlolo uses all the tools in his arsenal to firmly position BRKN LOVE in the young, modern rock revolution.
Justin says, “We couldn’t be more excited to announce the release of our new LP ‘Black Box’. This album is the next evolution of BRKN LOVE. Imagine everything you loved about our band and then turn it up to 11. It’s truly a milestone record for us. After the release of our first record and all the complications that came along with it (namely the pandemic), we really wanted to a chance to redeem ourselves. This is our redemption record. We’re back at full force and we’re not pulling any punches this time.
Watch “Like A Drug”
No matter what you hear, right now may very well be the best time for rock ‘n’ roll music. It’s not about making a comeback (it never left). BRKN Love demonstrates that the way to reach a disaffected, distrustful, and dislocated generation is through soul-shaking riffs, rumbling distortion, and melodic choruses.
Fronted by Toronto-based singer and guitarist Justin Benlolo, the band is unlocking the release the world needs now more than ever. After amassing tens of millions of streams globally, logging thousands of miles on the open road, and receiving critical acclaim from Guitar World and LoudWire among others, the group make a valiant statement on their forthcoming album, 2022’s Black Box.
“At a time when mental health is at the forefront, rock is so important, because it’s abrasive, in your face, and blatant about what it stands for and the feeling it evokes,” exclaims Justin. “It’s a great outlet, since it’s loud, heavy, and cathartic. The punk attitude is rising again, and guitar music is coming full circle. There’s a generation of angered youth torn apart by all of this shit going on in the last couple of years. If anything, rock has never been so relevant.”
Black Box album
Emerging in 2019, just before the pandemic, BRKN Love’s song “River” from their self-titled debut has garnered over 1 billion views on TikTok. The group has toured alongside everyone from Badflower and Highly Suspect to Big Wreck and Dinosaur Pile-Up. Along the way, they recorded Black Box with producer Anton DeLost [Cleopatrick, Seaway, State Champs]. The music absorbed newfound confidence from the journey thus far and the trials and tribulations it has presented.
BRKN LOVE waves the flag for rock like never before. “When you hear us, I’d love for you to know there’s great music out there and get excited about it again,” Justin adds. “Young people are still doing this. There’s an uprising happening. I hope we’re remembered as part of it.”
Watch “Under The Knife” Video Here
BRKN Love is current on a US and Canada tour. For tour dates see here.
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that was a true rocker!