description August Burns Red - Phantom Anthem Overview
Phantom Anthem is the sixth studio album by the Pennsylvania metalcore band August Burns Red, released in 2017 via Solid State Records. The record continues the group's established technical metalcore style, characterized by complex guitar riffs, heavy breakdowns, and melodic interludes. It also incorporates orchestral and symphonic elements, building upon the band's prior experimentation with string and brass instrumentation. The album received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Metal Performance for its track "Invisible Enemy".
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August Burns Red - Phantom Anthem ranks #79 of 190 in the Metalcore Album ranking, behind Polaris - The Death of Me, ahead of August Burns Red - Leveler.
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When was August Burns Red's sixth studio album, Phantom Anthem, released?
The album was released in 2017 via Solid State Records. It followed their highly successful 2015 release, 'Found in Far Away Places.'
Did Phantom Anthem receive a Grammy Award nomination?
Yes, the album's lead single, 'Invisible Enemy,' was nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018. This marked the band's second career nomination.
What is the musical style of Phantom Anthem?
The record continues the group's established technical metalcore style, characterized by complex guitar riffs and heavy breakdowns. However, it balances this aggression with soaring, melodic interludes and positive lyrical themes.
Who directed the music video for August Burns Red's Invisible Enemy?
The video for 'Invisible Enemy' famously featured action figures of the band members fighting miniature monsters. It was directed by Samuel Halleen and received widespread attention for its humorous, toy-based stop-motion.
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