Origins

"Origins" is the fourth studio album by the American pop-rock band Imagine Dragons. It was released on November 9, 2018. The album serves as a follow-up to their third studio album, "Evolve," which was released in 2017.

"Origins" explores themes of personal evolution, environmental awareness, and introspection. It features a blend of musical styles, including pop, rock, and electronica, continuing the band's trend of incorporating diverse sounds and production techniques into their work.

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The album received generally mixed to positive reviews from music critics, praising the band's energy and the album's production, although some criticized the lack of lyrical depth in some tracks. Commercially, "Origins" performed well, debuting at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart and reaching top ten positions in several other countries.

Several singles were released from the album, including "Natural," "Zero," "Machine," "Bad Liar," and "Birds," each contributing to the album's worldwide commercial success. "Natural" was particularly successful, charting well globally and being used in various media outlets, including as ESPN's college football theme song.

"Origins" was marketed as a sister album to "Evolve," with the band describing it as a continuation of the ideas explored in that previous work. The album was created through collaborative efforts in writing and production, with contributions from producers such as Mattman & Robin, John Hill, and Joel Little. The varied production and songwriting team helped create a polished yet eclectic sound, which is a hallmark of Imagine Dragons' style.

Overall, "Origins" solidified Imagine Dragons' presence in the mainstream music scene, showcasing their ability to fuse different genres while addressing contemporary themes.