Breaking Benjamin with STARSET and P.O.D.

Visionary media collective STARSET blend cinematic rock with conceptual storytelling, creating immersive multimedia experiences through music, video, AR-integrated performances, a Marvel graphic novel, and online projects. Fronted by PhD candidate Dustin Bates.

Breaking Benjamin, a hard rock, post-grunge, and alternative metal band from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, formed in 1999. Led by Benjamin Burnley, they are known for powerful riffs, melodic hooks, and emotionally charged lyrics in hits like "The Diary of Jane" and "So Cold." Albums such as Dark Before Dawn and Ember achieved significant success, contributing to multiple platinum and gold certifications. Their recent single "Awaken" continues their consistent sound.