Darkside (Bring Me the Horizon song)

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"Darkside"
Single by Bring Me the Horizon
from the album Post Human: Nex Gen
Released13 October 2023 (2023-10-13)
Genre
Length2:44
Label
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)
  • Sykes
  • Cervini
  • Daidai
Bring Me the Horizon singles chronology
"Amen!"
(2023) 		"Darkside"
(2023) 		"Kool-Aid"
(2024)

"Darkside" (stylised as "DArkSide") is a song by British rock band Bring Me the Horizon. Produced by frontman Oli Sykes, Zakk Cervini and DaiDai, it was released fifth single from their upcoming 2024 commercial release, Post Human: Nex Gen on 13 October 2023.[1][2] It is the last song to feature keyboardist, songwriter and producer Jordan Fish, as he departed the band in December 2023.[3]

Promotion and release[edit]

On 9 October 2023, the band sent an email to fans on their mailing list about a newly titled song "Darkside", alongside some lyrics "Think my angels fallen" as well as the release date.[4] The band kept teasing the song on social media, posting snippets on Discord and TikTok, until they released "Darkside" on 13 October.[5] The song was debuted live for the first time in October 2023 at NexFest while playing at the World Kinen Hall in Kobe, Japan.[6]

Composition and lyrics[edit]

"Darkside" has been described by critics as a nu metal,[7][8][9] pop metal,[10] alternative metal,[11] alternative rock,[12] and an emo song.[13] The song was written by the band's lead vocalist Oli Sykes, keyboardist Jordan Fish, guitarist Lee Malia, drummer Matt Nicholls, Andrew Goldstein, Zakk Cervini and Gianni Taylor; while produced by Sykes, Cervini and DaiDai. "Darkside" deals with tackling themes of depression, insomnia, heartbreak and the "fear of going to a darker place".[2][14] The song showcases the group's lighter and poppier side than their previous releases.[10]

Critical reception[edit]

Eli Enis of Revolver stated, "Its chorus is absolutely anthemic, while the verses have bouncy nu-metal riffs and a delivery from Sykes that evokes Linkin Park."[7] Tyler Lubke of Wall of Sound described the track "groovy" and "appealing radio rock." He remarked, "Vocalist Oli Sykes utilises his fundamental screams and singing throughout the catchy chorus and quieter verses as the band masterfully infuses their blend of electronic influences alongside nifty drum beats and ramping guitars."[12]

Personnel[edit]

Credits for "Darkside" adapted from Tidal.[15]

Bring Me the Horizon

Additional personnel

  • Zakk Cervini – production, composition, lyrics, programmer, mixing, mastering
  • Julian Gargiulo – additional production, mixing
  • Gianni Taylor – additional production, composition, backing vocals
  • Daidai – production

Charts[edit]

Chart performance for "Darkside"
Chart (2023) Peak
position
Australia Digital Tracks (ARIA)[16] 23
Germany Rock Airplay (Official German Charts)[17] 9
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[18] 17
UK Singles (OCC)[19] 31
UK Rock & Metal (OCC)[20] 2
US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard)[21] 42

Release history[edit]

Release history for "Darkside"
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various 13 October 2023
[22]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Carter, Emily (13 October 2023). "Listen to Bring Me The Horizon's powerful new single, DArkSide". Kerrang!. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  2. ^ a b Dunworth, Liberty (13 October 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon drop anthemic new single 'DArkSide'". NME. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  3. ^ Wilkes, Emma (22 December 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon have parted ways with Jordan Fish". NME. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  4. ^ Carter, Emily (9 October 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon announce new single, DArkSide". Kerrang!. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  5. ^ Duran, Anagricel (9 October 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon announce new single 'DArkside'". NME. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
  6. ^ "Bring Me the Horizon Setlist". Setlist.fm. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
  7. ^ a b Enis, Eli (13 October 2023). "Hear Bring Me the Horizon's Wildy Catchy New Song 'Darkside'". Revolver. Retrieved 23 April 2024. Its chorus is absolutely anthemic, while the verses have bouncy nu-metal riffs and a delivery from Sykes that evokes Linkin Park.
  8. ^ "BMTH release Darkside". Sputnikmusic. 13 October 2023. In this track the band once again leans into nu-metal territory.
  9. ^ Burnham, Megan-Louise (26 April 2024). "BRING ME THE HORIZON - 'DARKSIDE'". Hive. Retrieved 26 April 2024. There is an unmistakable nu-metal sound to the track, delivered through the guitar riffs and pounding drums, giving the track an explorative electronic bounce.
  10. ^ a b Hardman, Neville (13 October 2023). "Bring Me the Horizon share pop-metal new song 'DArkSide'". Alternative Press. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  11. ^ Garro, Adrian (16 October 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon Shares "DArkSide," New Album In Progress; Big 2024 Plans in the Works". Rock Cellar. Retrieved 26 April 2024. "DArkSide" emphasizes the group's shift from heavy "deathcore" to a more accessible, mainstream-friendly alternative/metal hybrid.
  12. ^ a b Lubke, Tyler (13 October 2023). "Bring Me The Horizon Deliver The Goods with 'DArkSide'". Wall of Sound. Retrieved 23 April 2024. This song is groovy from the get-go, featuring the familiar ingredients of a more alt-rock Bring Me The Horizon sound.
  13. ^ Chinapen, Mark (13 October 2023). ""DArkSide" by Bring Me The Horizon: Song Review". Medium. Retrieved 26 April 2024. this is your typical run-of-the-mill gloomy, emo anthem.
  14. ^ Childers, Chad (13 October 2023). "Bring Me the Horizon Fans React to Band's Hard Hitting New Song 'DArkSide'". Loudwire. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  15. ^ "Credits/Darkside/Bring Me the Horizon". Tidal. 13 October 2023. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
  16. ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 23 October 2023". The ARIA Report. No. 1755. Australian Recording Industry Association. 23 October 2023. p. 9.
  17. ^ "Radio No9 Charts [Week 41/2023]". Radio No9. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  18. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 23 October 2023. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  19. ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  20. ^ "Official Rock & Metal Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  21. ^ "Bring Me the Horizon Chart History (Hot Rock & Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
  22. ^ "Bring Me The Horizon Drops New Single 'DArkSide'". Blabbermouth.net. 13 October 2023. Retrieved 23 April 2024.
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