About this album
Where they were
Count Your Blessings marked Bring Me the Horizon's debut album, released in 2006 when they were emerging from the UK metalcore scene. This album set the stage for their future evolution, establishing them as a prominent force in heavy music at a time when the genre was gaining traction in mainstream circles.
Why it matters
The album received significant attention within the metal community, debuting at number 39 on the UK Albums Chart. Its raw sound and provocative themes helped position Bring Me the Horizon as key players in the deathcore movement, influencing many subsequent bands and contributing to the popularity of heavy music in the mid-2000s.
Essential tracks
- "Pray for Plagues" — This opening track captures the band's chaotic energy and sets a dark tone with its intense instrumentation and aggressive vocals.
- "(I Used to Make Out With) Medusa" — This track showcases the band's ability to balance heaviness with melodic elements, highlighting their versatility and lyrical depth.
- "Liquor & Love Lost" — With its punchy riffs and catchy hooks, this song exemplifies the band's knack for blending brutality with memorable melodies.
Release Date
October 30, 2006
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
- 1 Pray for Plagues 4:21
- 2 Tell Slater Not to Wash His Dick 3:30
- 3 Braille (For Stevie Wonder’s Eyes Only) 4:29
- 4 A Lot Like Vegas 2:09
- 5 Black & Blue 4:33
- 6 Slow Dance 1:16
- 7 Liquor & Love Lost 2:39
- 8 (I Used to Make Out With) Medusa 5:38
- 9 Fifteen Fathoms, Counting 1:56
- 10 Off the Heezay 5:38
