In Fallen, Evanescence released hits like ‘Bring Me To Life,’ ‘My Immortal’ and ‘Going Under’
Exactly 20 years ago, Evanescence released their debut album, Fallen, which became a major milestone in emo and alternative metal music. led by Amy Lee to this day, the iconic band has released four more albums over the years, but none have managed to match the first.
Fallen was released on March 4, 2003 after many years of work by the band, founded in 1995 by Lee It is Ben Moody. Over the years, few behind-the-scenes details have been revealed, but there are some interesting facts about the work. See five below:
Members who passed through Evanescence
When did you launch Fallen, the band featured several members who came and went over the years. They were Amy Lee, Tim McCord, rocky gray, John LeCompt, Ben Moody, David Hodges It is rocky gray.
What genres of Fallen?
In addition to the alternative metal, present since the beginning, Evanescence explored styles such as nu metal, alternative rock, gothic rock and gothic metal on record.
Christian music?
About a year before the release of Fallenthe band signed a contract with the label Windup Recordswhich initially promoted the music of Evanescence for Christian music lovers. I.e, “Tourniquet” topped the charts of Christian radio stations – and the first broadcast of “bring me to life” was on the radio KLAL-FM.
song dedicated to sister
Fifth track on the album, “hello” is dedicated to Bonnie Leeone of the sisters of Amy Lee who died when he was just three years old due to an illness. “like you” is also in honor of bonnie – and none of the tracks are played live.
Success in numbers and awards
After launch, Fallen sold 17 million copies worldwide and helped Evanescence to win two categories in the Grammy 2004: New artist It is Best Hard Rock Group.
Evanescence used several studios to record Fallen
Unlike many bands, who usually record albums in just one studio, Evanescence went to various recording locations in California. They went: track record, NRG Recording Studios, ocean studios It is Conway Recording Studios. The recording and mixing process took place between August and December 2002.
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Source: Rollingstone
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