Complete List Of Bad Omens Albums And Songs

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Bad Omens is an American metalcore band from Richmond, Virginia, formed in 2015. The band consists of lead vocalist Noah Sebastian, guitarist Joakim Karlsson, bassist Nicholas Ruffilo, and drummer Nick Folio. They have released three studio albums to date, with each subsequent release seeing them evolve and experiment within and beyond the boundaries of the metalcore genre. Their albums have charted progressively higher, with their latest, The Death of Peace of Mind, reaching significant positions on various Billboard charts, including the Top Hard Rock Albums.

Bad Omens has been recognized for their dynamic and polished sound, which incorporates elements of alternative rock, electronic, and pop music, marking them as a versatile and evolving act within the heavy music scene. They have toured extensively, supporting acts like Asking Alexandria and Born of Osiris, and have participated in major music festivals, further establishing their presence in the metal and rock communities. The band has been noted for their thematic complexity and the personal nature of their lyrics, which often explore themes of personal struggle, existential angst, and social commentary.

BAD OMENS STUDIO ALBUMS

Bad Omens

Released 2016

Bad Omens is the debut studio album by American metalcore band Bad Omens. Released on August 19, 2016, the album was recorded at various studios across the United States, primarily in Los Angeles, California. It showcases the band’s heavy, melodic approach to the genre, marked by intricate guitar work and atmospheric electronics. Produced by the band’s lead vocalist Noah Sebastian and guitarist Joakim Karlsson, this album features themes of personal struggle and introspection. While it did not chart on the Billboard 200, it established Bad Omens as a promising act in the metalcore scene.

CD Track Listings:

“Glass Houses” – 3:16
“Exit Wounds” – 3:29
“The Worst in Me” – 4:15
“F E R A L” – 3:32
“Enough, Enough Now” – 4:11
“Malice” – 3:30
“Hedonist” – 3:32
“Broken Youth” – 3:53
“Crawl” – 3:30
“The Letdown” – 3:52
“Reprise (The Sound of the End)” – 3:38
“The Fountain” – 6:01

Finding God Before God Finds Me

Released 2019

Finding God Before God Finds Me, released on August 2, 2019, is the second studio album by Bad Omens. Recorded in Los Angeles, California, the album was produced by members Noah Sebastian, Joakim Karlsson, and guitarist Nicholas Ruffilo. It explores darker, more expansive themes than their debut, blending aggressive metalcore with catchy choruses and electronic elements. The album received positive reviews for its mature songwriting and production quality. It charted on the Billboard 200, reaching number 151, showcasing the band’s growing popularity.

CD Track Listings:

“Kingdom of Cards” – 4:14
“Running in Circles” – 3:55
“Careful What You Wish For” – 3:30
“The Hell I Overcame” – 3:32
“Dethrone” – 3:06
“Blood” – 3:17
“Mercy” – 3:41
“Said & Done” – 3:34
“Burning Out” – 3:42
“If I’m There” – 4:25

The Death of Peace of Mind

Released 2022

The Death of Peace of Mind was released on February 25, 2022, and marks a significant evolution in Bad Omens’ sound, incorporating elements of alternative rock, electronic music, and pop into their established metalcore foundation. The album was recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Noah Sebastian and Joakim Karlsson. It was particularly noted for its experimental approach and received critical acclaim for its ambitious production and complex themes. The album achieved commercial success, reaching number 79 on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart.