Imagine Dragons
Imagine Dragons made arena rock for the streaming generation. Dan Reynolds figured out something nobody else had — how to write rock songs with pop structures, hip-hop percussion, and stadium-sized choruses that hit 10 billion streams without losing the guitar. Radioactive didn't just chart. It lived on the Billboard Hot 100 for 87 weeks. Nobody's done that before or since.
Discography
Explore the complete Imagine Dragons studio albums. Click any album to see the full track list and listen.
Why It Works
Listen to Imagine Dragons' complete discography on Mixtuby — Night Visions, Smoke + Mirrors, Evolve, Origins, Mercury Act 1 and Act 2. 79 tracks from Radioactive to Bones, from Demons to Symphony. No ads interrupting Believer's buildup. No shuffle algorithm burying the deep cuts from Smoke + Mirrors. Press play and Dan Reynolds is screaming in your headphones.
Why Mixtuby
Unlike Spotify or Apple Music, Mixtuby doesn't need an account. Open the page, hit play, Radioactive starts. We keep the catalog organised chronologically — Night Visions' indie-rock debut, the darker experimentation of Smoke + Mirrors, the pop pivot of Evolve, and the introspective Mercury double album. Six albums, one arc.
Biography
Imagine Dragons formed in Las Vegas in 2008. Dan Reynolds (vocals), Wayne Sermon (guitar), Ben McKee (bass), and Daniel Platzman (drums) — four guys from Utah who moved to Vegas, played every casino lounge that would have them, and uploaded EPs to the internet until someone noticed.
That someone was Interscope Records, who signed them in 2011 after hearing "It's Time" get traction online. Night Visions (2012) — with Radioactive, Demons, and On Top of the World — made them the biggest new rock band in the world. Radioactive spent 87 weeks on the Hot 100, a record at the time, and won the Grammy for Best Rock Performance.
They've released six albums in ten years, each one evolving the sound — more electronic on Evolve, more hip-hop on Origins, more personal on Mercury. They're the most streamed rock band on Spotify. Dan Reynolds has been open about his struggles with depression, ankylosing spondylitis, and faith — themes that run through Mercury's two acts.
They've never stopped touring and never stopped filling arenas.
History
Night Visions (September 2012) is where the modern mainstream rock sound was born. Radioactive — that bass drop, those tribal drums, Reynolds' shout-along chorus — became the anthem for a generation that grew up on rock but listened on phones. Demons was the vulnerable counterpoint.
It's Time had the stomp-clap energy that every commercial on Earth tried to copy.
Smoke + Mirrors (February 2015) went darker and more complex. I Bet My Life, Shots, Gold — the hooks were still there but the production got denser, the lyrics more personal. Critics dismissed it; fans embraced it.
It debuted at number one.
Evolve (June 2017) was the pop pivot that changed everything. Believer — that drumbeat, that scream — became ubiquitous. Thunder went to number four.
Whatever It Takes kept climbing. Three singles, three billion-view YouTube videos. The album sold everywhere.
Origins (November 2018) kept the momentum: Natural, Bad Liar, Machine. Then Mercury arrived in two acts (2021-2022) — Act 1 was grief and loss (Wrecked, written about Reynolds' sister-in-law), Act 2 was rebirth and acceptance. Bones and Enemy (from Arcane) gave them two more massive hits.
They've never gone away.
Legacy & Influence
Love them or argue about them — Imagine Dragons are the defining rock band of the 2010s and 2020s. They figured out how to make rock relevant in the streaming age when everyone said rock was dead. Radioactive, Believer, and Thunder each have over a billion YouTube views.
No other rock band in history can say that.
Dan Reynolds turned vulnerability into a brand — talking openly about mental health, chronic pain, and LGBTQ+ advocacy (his LoveLoud festival in Utah has raised millions). The music follows: Mercury is one of the most emotionally honest mainstream rock albums of the decade.
The production template they created — electronic drums, massive bass drops, sing-along choruses — has been copied by every pop-rock band since 2013. Whether that's influence or a genre shift depends on who you ask. But the numbers don't lie: most streamed rock band on the planet.
Still going.
Perfect For
For workout playlists
Believer, Radioactive, Natural — built for high-intensity intervals.
For morning motivation
On Top of the World and Thunder are instant energy.
For studying and focus
Mercury Act 1's slower tracks (Wrecked, Lonely) work as background.
For running
Whatever It Takes and Believer match a 170 BPM stride.
For emotional processing
Demons, Wrecked, and Bleeding Out hit hard when you need to feel something.
For gaming sessions
Enemy (from Arcane) and Warriors are pure gaming soundtrack.
How to Listen
Start with the Greatest Hits playlist — Radioactive, Believer, Demons, Thunder, It's Time
Night Visions is only 50 minutes and works as a single listening session
Evolve is the most accessible album — every track is a potential single
Mercury Act 1 is the emotional deep dive — listen with headphones late at night
🎁 Pick The Perfect Gift For The People You Love
For the friend who knows every B-side. We chose these the way a record-store owner would — with care, a sharp eye, and prices that won't make you feel ripped off. Small gestures, big smiles.
The Vinyl Lifer Combo
Pressing, poster, t-shirt — the kit that says you actually understand the album.
The Long-Listen Setup
Headphones, turntable, a shelf they've earned. For the listener who treats Side B like a separate event.
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Imagine Dragons - Night Visions (Vinyl LP)
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Imagine Dragons T-Shirt (Official Merch)
Audio-Technica AT-LP60X Turntable
Imagine Dragons Poster — Evolve
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Imagine Dragons — FAQ
What's the best gift for a Imagine Dragons fan?
It depends on the kind of fan. Top picks: The Vinyl Collector: Imagine Dragons - Night Visions (Vinyl LP) · The Casual Fan: Imagine Dragons T-Shirt (Official Merch) · The Audiophile: Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones · The Decorator: Imagine Dragons Poster — Evolve. See the Gift Ideas section above for a hand-picked guide by buyer type.
Can I listen to Imagine Dragons free on Mixtuby?
Yes — all six Imagine Dragons albums are available free on Mixtuby with no account needed. 79 tracks from Night Visions to Mercury Act 2, organised chronologically. Press play and it starts.
What is Imagine Dragons' best album?
Night Visions (2012) is the cultural moment — Radioactive, Demons, It's Time all in one place. Evolve (2017) is the most consistent — Believer, Thunder, Whatever It Takes, no filler. Smoke + Mirrors (2015) is the underrated one that rewards repeat listening. Start with Night Visions.
How many streams does Imagine Dragons have?
Imagine Dragons are the most streamed rock band on Spotify with over 60 billion total streams. Believer alone has over 3 billion Spotify streams. On YouTube, Radioactive, Believer, and Thunder each have over 1 billion views. No other rock band comes close to these streaming numbers.
What is Radioactive about?
Dan Reynolds has said Radioactive is about waking up to a new reality — a personal apocalypse and rebirth. The lyrics describe a transformation ("welcome to the new age"). It resonated with everything from political movements to fitness culture. It won the 2014 Grammy for Best Rock Performance and spent 87 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100.
Are Imagine Dragons a rock band?
This is the most debated question in modern rock. Imagine Dragons use rock instrumentation (guitar, bass, drums) with electronic production, hip-hop beats, and pop structures. They headline rock festivals, won rock Grammys, and are the biggest "rock" act of their generation. Whether that qualifies as rock depends on your definition.
Is Imagine Dragons good for working out?
One of the best bands for workouts. Believer (140 BPM), Natural (145 BPM), Radioactive, Whatever It Takes, and Thunder all have driving rhythms perfect for running, cycling, or gym sessions. The slower tracks (Demons, Wrecked) work for cool-down.
What is the Enemy song from?
Enemy was released as the opening theme for Arcane, Netflix's animated series based on League of Legends (2021). It became one of their biggest hits, reaching number 5 on the Hot 100 and over 1.5 billion YouTube views. It's on Mercury — Act 2.
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