Bring Me The Horizon - There Is A Hell Believe Me I've Seen It. There Is A Heaven Lets Keep It A Secret (2 x Vinyl, LP, Album)

There Is A Hell, Believe Me, I've Seen It. There Is A Heaven, Let's Keep It A Secret is the third studio album by Bring Me The Horizon. This album marks a significant shift in the band’s sound, blending elements of metalcore with electronic, experimental, and post-hardcore influences. It’s a dark, intense, and sonically adventurous record, considered by many as a defining moment in the band's career.

Album Overview:

• Artist: Bring Me The Horizon
• Album: There Is A Hell, Believe Me, I've Seen It. There Is A Heaven, Let's Keep It A Secret
• Release Year: 2014
• Label: BMG 
• Genre: Metalcore, Post-Hardcore, Electronicore, Experimental Metal

Why It’s Special:

• Sound Evolution: This album marked a notable departure from Bring Me The Horizon’s earlier deathcore and metalcore sound, incorporating electronic elements, atmospheric textures, and post-hardcore influences. It blends aggressive metal with haunting, ambient electronic elements, creating a much more complex and layered sound.
• Lyrical Themes: The album delves into themes of inner conflict, existentialism, personal struggles, and dark spirituality. The album title itself reflects the duality of good and evil, heaven and hell, which is a recurring theme in both the music and lyrics.
• Guest Features: The album features guest appearances from various artists, adding to its diverse sound. Notably, Josh Franceschi of You Me At Six and Lights provide additional vocals on certain tracks.

Notable Tracks:

1. "The Sadness Will Never End" (feat. Josh Franceschi) – A powerful track that blends post-hardcore and electronic elements with emotionally charged lyrics about self-doubt and personal torment.
2. "It Never Ends" – One of the album’s lead singles, this track features a driving, aggressive sound with introspective lyrics about the constant battle with one’s inner demons.
3. "Blessed With a Curse" – A fan-favorite that combines melodic choruses with heavy, breakdown-laden verses, capturing the essence of the album's emotional conflict.
4. "Crucify Me" (feat. Lights) – A standout collaboration with Canadian singer Lights, offering a mix of haunting melodies and heavy, electronic-based instrumentation.
5. "Chelsea Smile" – A heavier track that incorporates elements of both metalcore and electronic effects, highlighting the band’s evolving sound.

Musical Style:

• The album blends metalcore’s signature breakdowns with electronic, industrial, and even orchestral elements. It’s a mix of harsh vocals, distorted guitars, and high-energy drumming with atmospheric synths, samples, and clean melodic choruses.
• The band expanded their sound further by including elements of industrial and post-rock, making There Is A Hell one of their most experimental and diverse albums.

Critical Reception:

The album received widespread critical acclaim for its innovation and ambitious approach to songwriting. Many praised the band for successfully evolving their sound, pushing boundaries, and adding depth to their music. The mix of aggressive metalcore with experimental electronic elements was seen as a bold and effective move, garnering Bring Me The Horizon a larger fanbase and cementing their place in the metalcore and post-hardcore scenes.

Vinyl Edition:

• The vinyl edition of There Is A Hell typically comes in a 2LP format, pressed on high-quality vinyl to capture the album’s dynamic sound.
• Special editions may include limited pressings in unique colors, such as clear or colored vinyl, and may come with additional artwork or an insert featuring lyrics or band notes.

Impact:

There Is A Hell was instrumental in bringing Bring Me The Horizon to mainstream prominence, particularly in the post-hardcore and metalcore communities. It has been influential to bands within those genres, inspiring many to experiment with electronic elements and more complex song structures.