"131" is the fourth studio album by the American rock band Emarosa, released on July 8, 2016, through Hopeless Records. Produced by Casey Bates, this album marked Emarosa's transition to alternative rock, a direction they began exploring with their previous album "Versus" when Bradley Walden joined as frontman and co-songwriter.
The album is notable for being Emarosa's first release on Hopeless Records and the last to feature founding keyboardist Jordan Stewart. It also introduced rhythm guitarist Matthew Marcellus, who had been touring with the band since 2014. The album cover and promotional merchandise feature a sculpture created by artist Beth Cavener, adding a visual element that complements the album's themes and style.
"131" represents a departure from Emarosa's original post-hardcore sound, fully embracing alternative rock influences. With Bradley Walden's dynamic vocals and the band's evolved musical direction, the album showcases a matured and refined sound, appealing to fans of alternative and rock music genres.
Overall, "131" stands as a significant chapter in Emarosa's discography, marking their evolution and growth as a band while maintaining their distinctive musical identity under the new direction they embraced with Bradley Walden at the helm.
