Bring Me The Horizon's new album has disappointed quite a few fans of previous albums 'Count Your Blessings' and 'Suicide Season.' Don't let that stop you from listening to it though; they do keep that signature drop C low riffing sound, it just may be a little harder to find in places. Overall however, BMTH manages to keep its roots. My main problem with the album is that in many songs, Oli's vocals are pushed into the background, which makes many songs sound similar. Regardless, here are some listening recommendations:
For fans of songs like Pray for Plagues, The Comedown, & Football Season Is Over:
Listen to Alligator Blood, Anthem and Fuck. These songs is particularly similar to previous albums, and fans will enjoy the fast paced drums and drop tuning guitar riffs that hardcore BMTH fans are accustomed to. Oli's vocals, while still rough and edgy, have improved along with the overall quality of the band's recordings. Alligator Blood is a personal favorite among the heavier songs on the album.
For fans of songs like Suicide Season & Diamonds Aren't Forever:
Listen to Crucify Me, Don't Go, and Blessed With A Curse. For those of you who like slower paced, spacious sound riffs and vocals, make sure you listen to these three songs. The first two feature vocals from the excellent female vocalist Lights, who also previously had a cameo with Silverstein in Shipwrecks In The Sand. Oli's echoed screams will remind any dedicated fan of Suicide Season, and Lights' vocals bring a great new element to the softer side of Bring Me The Horizon. Anyone who likes dubstep will be pleasantly surprised by some Skrillex style autotuned vocals in Crucify Me, the album's opening song. Make sure to pick up on the amazing variety that the guitarists Lee and Jona use in these songs. Tough to pick a favorite here.
Honorable mention: Visions (for catchiness)
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