Dominion (Skillet album)

Dominion is the eleventh studio album by American Christian rock band Skillet. It was released on January 14, 2022, through Atlantic Records. The album was produced by Kane Churko, Kevin Churko, Michael O'Connor and Seth Mosley.[1][2]

Dominion
Studio album by
Skillet
ReleasedJanuary 14, 2022 (2022-01-14)
Recorded2020–2021
Length45:35
LabelAtlantic
Producer
Skillet chronology
Victorious
(2019)		 Dominion
(2022)
Singles from Dominion
  1. "Surviving the Game"
    Released: September 15, 2021
  2. "Standing in the Storm"
    Released: November 12, 2021
  3. "Refuge"
    Released: December 10, 2021
  4. "Dominion"
    Released: January 7, 2022
  5. "Psycho in My Head"
    Released: December 9, 2022
  6. "Finish Line"
    Released: January 20, 2023

Background and promotion

On September 15, 2021, Skillet released the first single "Surviving the Game" along with an accompanying music video. At the same time, they announced the album itself, the album cover, the track list, and release date.[3][4] On November 12, the band unveiled the second single "Standing in the Storm".[5] On December 10, the third single "Refuge" was released.[6] On January 7, 2022, one week before the album release, the band released the fourth and final single "Dominion".[7]

Critical reception
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Blabbermouth.net6.5/10[8]
Jesus Freak Hideout[9]
Louder Sound[10]

Dominion received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics. Taylor Markarian from Blabbermouth.net gave the album 6.5 out of 10 and said: "Ultimately, just as there is a push and pull between oppressive and liberating forces in the theme of the record, there is tension between disjointed and cohesive elements in its sound and structure. While certain tracks are enjoyable individually, the fragmented parts don't add up to a satisfying whole."[8] Jesus Freak Hideout rated the album 4 out of 5 and said: "In the end, as is made clear by this album's four-star rating, neither of these critiques seriously detract from the overall experience of Dominion. Cooper and company have delivered yet another album which is sure to please the present-day fans, and one which may even bring a few departed Panheads back into the fold."[9] Louder Sound gave the album a mixed review and stated: "With Dominion, Skillet really are preaching to the converted. Ker-ching!"[10]

Track listing
Dominion track listing[11]
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Surviving the Game"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:58
2."Standing in the Storm"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko4:17
3."Dominion"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kane Churko3:51
4."Valley of Death"John L. Cooper4:27
5."Beyond Incredible"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:31
6."Destiny"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko4:02
7."Refuge"John L. Cooper, Seth Mosley3:28
8."Shout Your Freedom"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:26
9."Destroyer"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:42
10."Forever or the End"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper3:32
11."Ignite"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:41
12."White Horse"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:36
Total length:45:35
Dominion: Day of Destiny[12][13]
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
13."Crossfire"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, BJ Perry, John Pregler3:12
14."Psycho in My Head"John L. Cooper, Mark Holman3:17
15."Finish Line" (new version; featuring Adam Gontier)John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Seth Mosley3:27
16."Unbreakable Soul"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:21
17."The Defiant"John L. Cooper, Korey Cooper, Kevin Churko, Kane Churko3:14
Total length:62:06

Personnel

Credits adapted from AllMusic.[14]

Skillet

  • John Cooper – lead vocals, bass, acoustic guitar
  • Korey Cooper – rhythm guitar, keyboards, synthesizers, backing vocals
  • Seth Morrison – lead guitar
  • Jen Ledger – drums, backing and occasional lead vocals

Additional personnel

Charts
Chart performance for Dominion
Chart (2022) Peak
position
Australian Albums (ARIA)[15] 81
Austrian Albums (Ö3 Austria)[16] 59
German Albums (Offizielle Top 100)[17] 36
Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[18] 18
US Billboard 200[19] 38
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[20] 2
US Top Alternative Albums (Billboard)[21] 3
US Top Hard Rock Albums (Billboard)[22] 2
US Top Rock Albums (Billboard)[23] 4

References
  1. "SKILLET Releases 'Surviving The Game' Single, Announces 'Dominion' Album". Blabbermouth.net. September 15, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  2. "Skillet Lead 11th Album 'Dominion' With New Song 'Surviving the Game'". Loudwire. September 16, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  3. "SKILLET To Release New Single, 'Surviving The Game', In September". Blabbermouth.net. August 19, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  4. "SKILLET To Release "Surviving The Game" Single In September". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. August 19, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  5. "SKILLET Drops Lyric Video For New Single 'Standing In The Storm'". Blabbermouth.net. November 13, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  6. "SKILLET Drops Lyric Video For New Single 'Refuge'". Blabbermouth.net. December 11, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  7. "SKILLET Releases Title Track Of Upcoming Album 'Dominion'". Blabbermouth.net. January 7, 2022. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  8. Markarian, Taylor (January 14, 2022). "Skillet Dominion". Blabbermouth.net. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  9. Craft, David (January 13, 2022). "Skillet Dominion". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  10. Berelian, Essi (January 14, 2022). "Long-running Christian alt.rockers Skillet give the fans what they want with Dominion". Louder Sound. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  11. "Dominion by Skillet". Apple Music. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  12. "SKILLET To Release 'Dominion: Day Of Destiny (Deluxe Edition)' In February". Blabbermouth.net. December 9, 2022. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  13. "Dominion: Day of Destiny by Skillet". Apple Music. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  14. "Skillet Dominion". AllMusic. Retrieved November 13, 2022.
  15. "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 24 January 2022". The ARIA Report. No. 1664. Australian Recording Industry Association. January 24, 2022. p. 6.
  16. "Austriancharts.at – Skillet – Dominion" (in German). Hung Medien. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
  17. "Offiziellecharts.de – Skillet – Dominion" (in German). GfK Entertainment Charts. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
  18. "Swisscharts.com – Skillet – Dominion". Hung Medien. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
  19. "Skillet Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
  20. "Skillet Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
  21. "Skillet Chart History (Top Alternative Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  22. "Skillet Chart History (Top Hard Rock Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  23. "Skillet Chart History (Top Rock Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
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