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Set The World On Fire

an info page for one of Black Veil Brides’ biggest, boldest, and most iconic albums

album overview

Set The World On Fire feels massive in every way. The hooks are bigger, the production is sharper, and the entire album sounds built for huge choruses, dark rooms, and late night obsession. It still keeps the band’s theatrical side, but everything feels louder and more confident.

This is the kind of album that fully commits to being dramatic, polished, and larger than life. It has a rebellious energy running through it, but it also feels emotional and cinematic, which is part of why it stands out so much in the BVB discography.

"Cigarettes and lyrics made me, (YOUTH AND WHISKY!!)"
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overall mood fiery, dramatic, rebellious, and confident
sound polished hard rock with giant choruses
what makes it special it fully leans into the band’s huge theatrical identity
perfect for blasting at full volume and feeling untouchable
notable tracks
Set The World On Fire explosive and dramatic with a title that perfectly defines the album’s whole attitude
Fallen Angels one of the most iconic songs from this era and instantly recognizable
Rebel Love Song emotional and anthemic without losing the band’s edge
New Religion huge, stylish, and one of the coolest sounding tracks on the record
Youth & Whisky swagger-heavy, loud, and made to feel larger than life. Personal Fav