Blast the speakers, get ready to scream – Sheffield-born metal titans Bring Me The Horizon unleashed a high-octane 'repented' version of their 2006 debut album 'Count Your Blessings' at Manchester's BEC Arena last night. This electrifying performance was part of the 'Outbreak Presents: Count Your Blessings | Repented' event, an audacious bid to breathe new life into a record that first captured the hearts of metalheads over a decade ago.
Oli Sykes unleashed his signature wail for the occasion, as the band tore through tracks from the album's original setlist – and even dropped some long-overdue rarities. 'Dehumanized' was given its live debut, while 'Slow Dance' made a triumphant return to the stage after an 11-year hiatus. Other rarely played gems like 'Black & Blue', 'Tell Slater Not to Wash His Dick', and 'A Lot Like Vegas' sent fans into overdrive.
The buzz around this unique concert had been building since April, with fans salivating at the prospect of a defining moment in their musical journey with Bring Me The Horizon. The setlist was a masterclass in nostalgia, blending fan favourites like 'Pray For Plagues', 'For Stevie Wonder’s Eyes Only (Braille)', and 'Blessed With A Curse' with some truly unexpected surprises.
As the night came to a close, social media was awash with rapturous reviews from fans who were clearly blown away by the performance. Comments ranged from hailing the band for bringing back their 'golden era' to describing the set as a 'generational full circle moment'. It's clear that Bring Me The Horizon still have a special bond with their fanbase, who lapped up this opportunity to relive their early material with fresh ears.
But what about new music? Oli Sykes has been teasing fans about 12 bonus tracks as part of the 'Director’s Cut' for their latest album 'Post Human: Nex Gen', but that's still a work in progress – and might take some time, given his new role as a proud dad to twins. Bring Me The Horizon are currently on hiatus after wrapping up their North American tour, but you can catch them headlining Sziget 2026 in Budapest.
This bold move underscores the band's willingness to experiment with their back catalogue and keep their sound relevant while staying true to their metal heritage. Bring Me The Horizon is a band that never stands still – and this Manchester concert was the perfect testament to that.