Ben&Ben kicks off new chapter with rock anthem “Triumph”

Critically acclaimed Filipino band Ben&Ben is kicking off a new chapter with their latest song, “Triumph,” the first single from their upcoming third album, The Traveller Across Dimensions, set to release on November 29, 2024.

The song is a powerful rock anthem encouraging listeners to block out negativity and focus on their goals.

Written by band members Paolo and Miguel Benjamin, “Triumph” reflects the group’s struggles over the years, capturing the feeling of being exhausted and weighed down by challenges.

“Triumph is an anthem for those who are tired of being tired. It’s the fight song for the moments we have to be our own cheerleader, our own support system, our own best friend, our own defender. Even in our weakest moments, there are times we may feel the need to manifest victory, to speak hope into ourselves that we can emerge through any struggle triumphant,” the band shares.

The band collaborated with their friend and producer Ziv, who helped shape the sound of the song and others on the new album. Each band member contributed ideas, creating the final arrangement through a collaborative process.

Ben&Ben is also exploring new storytelling methods, releasing a fully 3D animated music video for “Triumph.”

The video introduces Liwanag, a character who represents the traveler from their upcoming album, adding a fantasy element to their music. The project was a collaboration with Puppeteer Studios.

“We wanted to stray from the more reality-based music videos we’ve done so many of throughout our career, and as kids who grew up lovers of animation, video games, and all things fantastical, we really believe that animation is one of the most compelling ways to tell a story,” the band explains. “We naturally gravitate toward supporting characters who possess their own struggles, motivations, and emotions. Sometimes, we may find ourselves relating more to fictional characters than we do to real-life figures, as it often feels like life is stranger than fiction.”

Ben&Ben’s much-anticipated third album The Traveller Across Dimensions is due out on November 29 via Sony Music Entertainment.