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Rising reggaecore rockers AURORAWAVE have released their 2nd album, Monument, today with Ineffable Records. Featuring standout tracks like “Tibetan Sky Burial” (Ft. Frankie Palmeri of Emmure), “Throwing Shade” (Ft. Jesse Royal), “Turn The Page,” “Villain,” “Judge Me” (Ft. Aaron Gillespie of Underoath) and the newly released song “Welcome To Your Nightmare” (Ft. Taylor Barber of Left To Suffer), the eagerly awaited record blurs the lines between reggae, punk, metalcore and arena rock for one of the year’s most truly original releases.

Commenting on today’s album release, vocalist Nathan Aurora says: 

“‘Monument’ is the most proud I’ve ever been of a record in my life. Every note, every lyric, every moment feels exactly how I envisioned it, and it’s the closest thing to a perfect album I’ve ever created. I poured everything I had into this, and I truly hope everyone enjoys it as much as I do.”

With the release comes the aforementioned new track “Welcome To Your Nightmare,” one of the heaviest songs the band has written to date, and featuring Left To Suffer vocalist Taylor Barber. 

Aurora adds about the track: 

“‘Welcome to Your Nightmare’ might be the craziest and heaviest thing Aurorawave has ever unleashed. It’s pure chaos wrapped in groove, and having Taylor Barber from Left to Suffer on it just took the brutality to an entirely new level. He absolutely annihilated his part—this one’s going to leave jaws on the floor.”

Monument Tracklist:

1. Judge Me (Ft. Aaron Gillespie / Underoath)
2. Wave Shit
3. Suffocate (Ft. Kumar Fyah)
4. Tibetan Sky Burial (Ft.. Frankie Palmeri / Emmure)
5. Turn The Page
6. Seize The Day (Ft. The Movement)
7. Villain
8. Throwing Shade (Ft. Jesse Royal)
9. Never Gonna Stop Us (Ft. Ekoh)
10. Welcome To Your Nightmare (Ft. Left To Suffer)
11. Keep The Faith

AURORAWAVE will support the new album in the US this fall on their Monument Tour 2025. The tour kicks off September 19 in Louisville, KY at Louder Than Life Festival, before spanning 18 dates across the western U.S., and concluding October 19 at Mission Bayfest in San Diego, CA.

Known for their hybrid of hard-hitting riffs, reggae undertones, and cinematic storytelling, Aurorawave will bring their immersive live experience to intimate clubs, festivals, and amphitheaters this fall. Select dates will feature support from Brace Yourself, with additional shows supporting reggae rock giants Rebelution.

Tickets for Monument Tour 2025 are on sale now at https://aurorawavemusic.com/tour

Aurorawave Tour Dates: 

Sep 19 – Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life Festival *
Sep 24 – Denver, CO – Larimer Lounge +
Sep 25 – Colorado Springs, CO – The Black Sheep +
Sep 26 – Durango, CO – Animas City Theatre +
Sep 27 – Salt Lake City, UT – Soundwell +
Sep 28 – Boise, ID – The Shredder +
Oct 1 – Seattle, WA – Hidden Hall +
Oct 2 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre +
Oct 3 – Redding, CA – The Dip +
Oct 4 – Fresno, CA – Strummers +
Oct 8 – Bakersfield, CA – Temblor Brewing +
Oct 9 – Avila Beach, CA – Avila Beach Resort ^
Oct 10 – Avila Beach, CA – Avila Beach Resort ^
Oct 11 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre ^
Oct 12 – Sacramento, CA – Heart Health Park ^
Oct 15 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar +
Oct 16 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl ^
Oct 17 – Irvine, CA – Great Park Live ^
Oct 18 – Irvine, CA – Great Park Live ^
Oct 19 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Bayfest *
Jan 25, 2026 – Jan 31, 2026 – ShipRocked *

+= w/Brace Yourself
*= Festival Date
^= Supporting Rebelution

About Aurorawave: 

aurorawave is a boundary-pushing rock band recognized for pioneering a distinct sound they term reggaecore — a fusion of heavy guitar-driven intensity and rhythmic influences drawn from reggae. Their music integrates aggressive, groove-oriented arrangements with emotionally charged lyricism, resulting in a style that is both musically intricate and viscerally accessible.
 
Formed with the intention of absolute authenticity, aurorawave established a clear identity with their self-titled debut album. The project featured notable collaborations with members of The Ghost Inside, Atreyu, and Attila, introducing the band’s hybrid sound to a broad spectrum of alternative and heavy music audiences. Their debut positioned them as emerging voices with the versatility to operate across multiple subcultures within the rock and reggae landscapes.
 
In 2025, the band unveiled Monument, a decisive step forward in their evolution. The album brings together an eclectic and high-profile group of collaborators, including Aaron Gillespie (Underoath), Frankie Palmeri (Emmure), Left To Suffer, Ekoh, Jesse Royal, The Movement, and Kumar Fyah. Monument expands the band’s sonic framework while retaining the emotional weight and urgency that define their approach. The result is a record that is both thematically cohesive and musically diverse.
 
Known for their dynamic live performances, aurorawave has developed a reputation for translating studio complexity into high-impact, crowd-responsive sets. Their ability to connect across genre lines has earned them placements on varied lineups and growing support from fans of alternative rock, metalcore, and modern reggae.
 
aurorawave represents a deliberate convergence of influences — not as an aesthetic novelty, but as a fully realized artistic direction. Their work continues to resonate with audiences seeking depth, intensity, and innovation in contemporary rock.

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