Parasite Eve
Bring Me the Horizon · 2020
4 min · 1 track · pop rock
An explosive fusion of metalcore and electronic elements, creating a chaotic yet melodic soundscape that mirrors modern anxieties.
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Parasite Eve — The title track encapsulates the album's blend of heavy instrumentation with introspective lyrics, illustrating the clash between personal struggle and societal chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single blends metalcore with electronic elements effectively, showcasing strong production and a unique sound for the band.
What we noticed
- The song features a dynamic structure that alternates between heavy, distorted guitar riffs and electronic synth sections, creating a contrast in intensity.
- Vocals shift from aggressive screams to melodic singing, reflecting the emotional turmoil expressed in the lyrics.
- The production incorporates layered sound effects and samples that enhance the chaotic atmosphere, particularly in the chorus.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a deliberate shift in sound with electronic elements, marking a new phase for the band.
- Themes
- societal chaos· modern anxieties· digital disconnection
- Career context
- Released in mid-2020, 'Parasite Eve' marked Bring Me the Horizon's transition into a more experimental phase following their acclaimed album 'Amo'. This single showcased their willingness to blend genres further, incorporating electronic influences alongside their metal roots, positioning them as innovators within the alternative metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· Parkway Drive· While She Sleeps
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Parasite Eve 4:51
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