Tracing Back Roots

"Tracing Back Roots" is the third studio album by American metalcore band We Came as Romans. It was released on July 23, 2013 through Equal Vision Records. The album is noted for the band's shift from their signature metalcore sound to a more melodic, clean vocal driven sound, while still maintaining metalcore elements throughout. The album has been received with favorable reviews which praise the band's “go out and do something with your life with purpose” message. It debuted at number 8 on the Billboard 200 with 26,500 copies sold in the first week. As of August 21, this album has sold over 40,000 copies.