Blackout (Affiance album)

Blackout is the third studio album by the American metalcore band Affiance. It was released on September 23, 2014, through Razor & Tie Records. The album marks a shift in sound for Affiance, incorporating more melodic elements and clean vocals alongside their heavier, more established metalcore style.

Thematically, Blackout explores themes of personal struggle, societal issues, and overcoming adversity. The album's title, Blackout, refers to the feeling of being overwhelmed or lost, a state the band members felt both individually and collectively during the writing process.

The album spawned several singles, including "Limitless," "Nightmare," and "Fire!" Blackout received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the band's musicianship, songwriting, and willingness to experiment with their sound. It charted on the Billboard 200, further solidifying Affiance's position within the metalcore scene.