The Color Clear
| Company type | Album |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | September 18, 2015 |
| Founder | Reflections |
| Products | Metalcore music album |
| Parent | eOne Music, Good Fight Entertainment |
The Color Clear represents the third full-length release by the American metalcore group Reflections, which was made available on September 18, 2015, via eOne Music and Good Fight Entertainment. The album, produced by Will Putney in Belleville, New Jersey, signified a notable evolution in the band's sound.
The initial single, "Actias Luna," was launched alongside a music video on August 18, 2015. To promote this record, Reflections embarked on a tour spanning late 2015 and early 2016.
Musical direction
This album's musical approach marked a clear departure from their earlier material, eliciting varied critical responses. Vocalist Jake Wolf explained that The Color Clear revisited elements first explored on their debut album, The Fantasy Effect, which had been less prominent on their preceding album, Exi(s)t.
Lyrics
According to Wolf, the lyrical themes of the album are deeply personal, addressing his experiences with physical and emotional abuse, substance addiction, trauma, and self-harm. These issues form the core narrative throughout The Color Clear.
10th Year Anniversary
On September 18, 2025, Reflections revealed plans for a remastered and instrumental edition of The Color Clear, with remastering handled by bassist Elliot Merriman.
Personnel
- Jake Wolf – lead vocals
- Patrick Somoulay – guitars
- Francis Xayana – bass
- Nick Lona – drums
Additional personnel
- Will Putney – production, mixing, mastering
- Elliot Merriman – remastering
Chart history
- Entered at No. 6 on the Heatseekers Albums Chart
- Reached No. 15 on the Independent Albums Chart
- Positioned at No. 96 on the Billboard 200 Chart