As early in the year as it is, 2018 seems very promising for Blessthefall (BTF). The Scottsdale, Ariz. natives broke up with Fearless Records last year and in late January they announced their new contract with Rise Records. With that new deal came their sixth-studio album: Hard Feelings. Continue reading
Metalcore is one of the most popular alternative music genres nowadays, with thousands upon thousands of bands attempting to sound ‘edgy’. It is easy to get sick of the genre really quickly, but there is occasionally a new album which comes out and proves that the genre is still going strong. That album would be To Those Left Behind (Fearless) by Blessthefall. Seriously.
Opening track ‘Decayer’ is powerful, brutal and energetic from the get-go. Although Blessthefall’s previous albums were enjoyable to listen to, there is something different about ‘To Those Left Behind’: it is easy to hear how much their sound has progressed in just a short space of time. Their sound is not only heavier, but it also sounds much more passionate.
‘Up In Flames’ was the first single to be released from the new album and it still remains one of the most exciting songs. The fusion of melodic vocals, harsh screams and heavy riffs stays true to the original Blessthefall style whilst still managing to sound fresh. Frontman Beau Bokan has stated that they do not want to be classed as a Christian metal band, but their lyrics could be seen to be of a religious theme: “Don’t drag me through your nightmare; don’t tear apart what I am. You’ve got your demons, they parallel mine. You’re not the victim, you’re my parasite.”
When a band releases a new album it is easy to say that it is either their best or worst album to date, however, Blessthefall have truly created an album to be proud of. The harsh vocals are some of the best that they have ever done and it is safe to say that Blessthefall are at the top of their game right now.
7.5/10
JULIA CONOPO
Blessthefall have released a new single for the track Walk On Water. The song comes off of the new album, To Those Left Behind, due out on Fearless Records. You can watch the video for the track at this link or below:
https://youtu.be/fijM9QCe5_A
Vocalist Beau Bokan commented on the track:
“This is one of my favorite songs on the album. It’s so impactful in every way. I think it’s also one of the deepest and most controversial songs, as far as lyrics. It will be interesting to see how people interpret our story”
Blessthefall kicked off their summer shows as part of the Vans Warped Tour this weekend in California. Their set was webcast and you can see several videos below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_mXHCZQBgE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RamlLTLR1k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V824Fk0uRGg
Blessthefall have also announced their new album is coming out in September. Entitled To Those Left Behind (Fearless), the bands fourth full-length album was helmed by award-winning producer Joey Sturgis (The Devil Wears Prada, Asking Alexandria, Of Mice & Men) and is the follow Hollow Bodies.
Lead vocalist Beau Bokan commented on the new music:
“As a band we are constantly trying to outdo ourselves and take a step forward with each record. With this new album we’ve taken a giant fucking leap forward and are at our absolute best as musicians and song writers. We’re looking forward to seeing where this album will take us.”
The band can be seen all summer on the main stage at every stop of Warped. Pre-orders for the album will be available all summer at he band’s tent. Fans that pre-order will have access to the front of Blessthefall’s signing line at the Full Sail University tent.