The Emptiness is the first
concept album, and overall third full-length album by American
metalcore band
Alesana. It was recorded in the fall of 2009 and was released on January 26, 2010 through
Fearless Records. The album is considered that of a
rock opera because of its in-depth story. Milke and Lee have both stated that the idea of writing an album based upon their own authored story has been present with them since the band's first release,
Try This with Your Eyes Closed.