Purple

Marking a triumphant and focused return following a near-fatal bus accident in 2012, 'Purple' introduces a renewed lineup and a sound that refines the band's heavy metal origins with an infusion of euphoric hooks and mainstream accessibility. Dave Fridmann's production adds a potent, atmospheric sheen to the album's blend of stormy riffing and intricate, skewed melodies, creating a sound that is simultaneously bombastic and beautiful. The critically acclaimed work channels themes of trauma and recovery into a celebratory and life-affirming collection of songs, earning a Grammy nomination for the single "Shock Me" and solidifying its place as a pivotal, emotionally resonant release in the band's discography.