Spiritbox - Eternal Blue

Spiritbox released their highly anticipated debut full-length studio album, *Eternal Blue*, on September 17, 2021. It was released under Rise Records after the band built massive hype through a series of viral singles. The album immediately topped multiple charts worldwide.

*Eternal Blue* features the core lineup of the band: Courtney LaPlante on vocals, Mike Stringer on guitar and bass, and Zev Rose on drums. The album showcases LaPlante's incredible ability to seamlessly transition from brutal death metal growls to ethereal, pop-influenced clean singing. Stringer handled the heavy, djent-inspired guitar work and production.

The album is primarily classified as metalcore, but it heavily incorporates elements of djent, progressive metal, and alternative pop. It is known for its dense, atmospheric soundscapes combined with crushing, down-tuned breakdowns. This sonic diversity sets them apart from traditional metalcore acts.

*Eternal Blue* was released in partnership with Rise Records, a major label in the alternative and heavy music scene. Despite building their initial success entirely independently through YouTube, their deal with Rise provided massive distribution. The record's success cemented Spiritbox as one of the fastest-rising bands in modern metal.