Between Heaven And Hell by Miracle Of Sound (Symphonic Metal) (Diablo IV)

[@miracleofsound]

Finally, a Diablo-inspired song! This one's structure & pacing is a little more progressive & weird than my other recent work, so it may take a few listens to properly vibe with the off-kilter way it ebbs & flows. Enjoy and don't to forget to like, share, comment & all the other things that the algorithm demon demands of me. \m/ Big luv. Gav

[@delco999]

The music style chosen is just perfect. Thanks for your work!

[@itsmesiloe]

Yeah, there it is!

[@lillith15]

makes the weekend even better

[@miracleofsound]

@@delco999 Thanks! I love making symphonic metal :) Were I creating more of a character piece, for example from the player's or Lilith's POV, I'd have gone for a darker, more sombre tone. But as a kind of all-encompassing overture on the epic, grandiose Diablo lore, I felt that a big, over-the-top symphonic metal song was a nice fit

[@Lovehandels]

It's pretty good if this is outside your wheel helm! I re-watched/ listen to it, it could go 30% harder something about the audio just makes it sounds like someone is holding back their rage in the instrumentals and singing. I did listen to another video/song in the same sentiment as this to make sure the audio making things sound like the kid gloves are on wasn't on my end. If you do something like this again let loose, don't be scared! I want to hear the drums, guitar and any rage singing coming in loud and clear.

[@FunnyYourLiver]

It's still beyond my understanding how someone can consistently do something so beautiful and at the same time always diverse and unique. Gav is truly a gem!

[@miracleofsound]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏

[@itsmesiloe]

I agree to 100%!

[@Kamelot33]

Gav is truly a Miracle of Sound* :))

[@itsmesiloe]

He makes the sound/music become a miracle

[@JacobsKrąnųg]

I can't hear anything unique there.

[@dragonllig790]

“In the light of the fallen angel” “In the shade of the maker banefull” Damn that’s an awesome line

[@ПётрКондратьев-к7ы]

WE ARE BEAUTIFULL WE ARE VILE MULTIFARIOUS BLOOD AND BILE

[@vladdreshpak1914]

"Torn apart to become a living work of art", is still in my head from Yen song 🎉

[@remembertostayhydrated]

The whole lyrics is just *chef's kiss*

[@tea-sus8722]

​@@miracleofsoundwas that in the original lyrics?

[@cr1ms0n-q7c]

@@ПётрКондратьев-к7ы IN THE PLAINS OF OUR MOTHER'S HAVEN WE ARE NOBLE AND WE ARE CRAVEN

[@DexterMilan]

The part after "Heirs of heaven and hell entwined" has strong Cradle of Filth vibes. That scream and melody. Love it

[@miracleofsound]

Ha, I was listening to a lot of black metal while making it! Immortal, Emperor, Dimmu Borgir, Dissection and yes, Cradle too!

[@dyby14]

@@miracleofsound Awesome bro, this song is something WOW, im listening to it whole day over and over again. And i absolutely love that you included the black metal part :O YOURE THE BEST!!

[@DrachenGothik666]

Nah, needs more gurgling, doom-filled deep bass-lines, screaming and symphonic insanity. LOL (Cradle of Filth fan)👍 To me, this was pretty standard Dark Metal, but it was still fun. I liked it.

[@DocBenson]

For the longest time I thought Cradle of Filth was just a made up band from IT Crowd...

[@janberkemeier7406]

​@@DocBenson I felt very similar about the movie "Paint your Wagon" featuring Lee Marvin, which was referenced in "the Simpsons" It's pretty funny if things you thought were a joke turn out to be real

[@AudioFrank]

Never a boring project when mixing for MOS. This one was next level for sure.

[@miracleofsound]

Hell yeah 😈🤘

[@m-o-r-g-a-n]

IM LATE BUT you did a killer job. Same level of mixing as the RHCP'S albums with Rubin and Schep.

[@AudioFrank]

@@m-o-r-g-a-n 😍 Sheps is the absolute mixing goat

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

This is so awesome!!!! Love the way it pumps me up to pulverize things with my Werebear Druid even more.

[@miracleofsound]

Hah, nice pick! I was a big burly barbarian for my run 😄

[@lechking941]

if i have to follow what i know already its the paladen. in diablo 3 i fucking turned the land INTO A BLOODBATH as a walking engine of war with no equal. i had enough regine to out heal what ever i did. my abilities are just for overkill moving crap alonge

[@raptol9240]

sorc here :)

[@nathanfreeman8250]

@@lechking941 I was into Diablo 3 for the plot which was great

[@dragonfireband]

How can you combine the style of Powerwolf and Dimmu Borgir in one song while also still being a recognizable Miracle of Sound song and nailing the Diablo vibe on top of that? Gav, you fucking genius. You outdid yourself, and I've been a fan for over 11 years 😄

[@miracleofsound]

Thanks for sticking around so long!

[@dragonfireband]

Cheers, to many more years MoS 😃🤘

[@nastiasudislavleva2894]

That's the one! Powerwolf! The band's name sliped my mind. Listened to them way back. During this song, among unmistakable Miracle of Sound vibes, I even remembered a couple of theirs. Damn, good stuff. I'll go now, and refresh my memory of Powerwolf days :)

[@lechking941]

@@nastiasudislavleva2894 they are indeed a name of rock music thats vary much capable. and i do feel this too.

[@musikhibrida785]

Wow... I've never seen Gavin make music with such a distinct and aggressive style. A very thrilling opening. Like Powewolf and Sabaton, this is a masterpiece and I really like it.

[@bosknight7837]

This could easily be a powerwolf song and I fuckin love it

[@KubinWielki]

If you missed out on it, listen to his DOOM song - "Hell to pay". Not *exactly* the same vibe but kicks hard, too.

[@teknicron1080]

@@KubinWielki I think it's a mix between "Hell to Pay" and "Ascend" (Divinity: Original Sin 2 inspired song).

[@rsm4416]

My very first thoughts exactly! Thats a powerwolf song!😅 But still awesome tho

[@twinzzlers]

Anyone else remember Superhuman

[@Peagaporto]

For people who never played Diablo Only lore you need to know to better apreciate this music is this. Angels and Demons split from the same entity eons ago, eventually forming Heaven and Hell, they have been at war ever since. Then an Angel called Inarius and a Demon called Lilith got tired of the conflict and created a world called Sanctuary where they and like minded angels and demons could hide. The angels and demons eventually had children with each other called Nephilim, which were more powerful than either. Heaven and Hell both found out and made a deal to put a limiter on the world to diminish the power of the Nephilim over time, so they got weaker and weaker until they became Humanity. Both sides fear Humanity may turn the scales on the conflict. So mankind was born between the love between Order and Chaos, Good and Evil. "We are noble and we are craven, we are beautiful and we are vile." The events of Diablo 4 mark the return of both Inarius and Lilith, so the whole conflict basically revolves about who's getting custody of the kids.

[@leonmillan6261]

And one of the thing that prevent me to play this game is I have the sentiment I will be rooted for Lilith but that's not where the game go xD

[@enriquejoseantequerasanche6180]

@@leonmillan6261 Present day Blizzard stuff, had to make the demons sympathetic and the angels hateable. I miss Tyrael and fighting the corrupting influence of Diablo as it slowly took over Sanctuary, not these "oh good and evil are actually subjective". Diablo is not the game to play these stories, never was, no matter how good the writing it just doesn't fit with I and II.

[@lordbuss]

As always, the answer is "custody is stupid, external decisions are stupid, the kid's choices should be prioritized".

[@davidmauriciogutierrezespi5244]

As someone who doesn't play a lot of videogames, thank you

[@mastercrow19]

Going to war for your kids sounds weird, but it fiiiiiiiiiiiine :D

[@sarenme1]

It's a testament to your skill that I can still get chills listening even though I've never been interested in Diablo games. Your way with lyrics tying into the themes and elevating them are what has kept me a fan for years. This one in particular makes me wonder what a Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous song from you would sound like.

[@shawnhardy-lester8496]

No wonder we haven't seen anything from you in a while. It must have taken crazy amount of work to make this master piece

[@miracleofsound]

Nice of you to notice! This one was indeed a LOT of work to put together

[@AFLoneWolf]

​@@miracleofsoundWorth. Every. Second.

[@FrankenSteinsGate]

There are so many different vocal styles on display here, it is so impressive! I don't think I've heard you do whistle screams before! Plus the song as a whole is fucking incredible. Absolutely fantastic work here man.

[@miracleofsound]

Thank you

[@bromthebard4160]

What's a whistle scream?

[@AnsweringAnimal]

​@@bromthebard4160I think that's the name for the scream you can hear at 0:27 for example. The high pitched one sounds like whisteling

[@pavelsh6932]

Part starting on 3:00 with this "Return..." have most epic effect for me. Incredible!

[@jairzeuske9885]

I absolutely LOVE the infusion of iconic instruments from the source materials in these songs. I'm not a musician so I may get some lingo wrong, but with the acoustics in the beginning of this which evoke the original Tristram theme, or with the guitar riff in "The Moment" mimicking the original Wonder Woman theme, or especially with the entire instrumentation of the Witcher songs, the use of media specific instruments alongside the signature "gavrock" creates this perfect blend of familiarity of style with individuality for each song. It's the thing I love about these (other than the banger vocals and lyricism), that each song retains the strengths of all the others while providing something unique with each new inspiration. Absolute bangers, absolute art.

[@miracleofsound]

Well spotted!

[@bthsr7113]

Don't forget the shriek from his Metro: Exodus song.

[@achimdemus-holzhaeuser1233]

His laughter from Joker's Song. I instantly recognized Those two chords in the beginning as well ..

[@Elizabeth-Jade]

Diablo IV is an epic tale of the universe's bloodiest custody battle.

[@TalionWolfe]

Never touched any diablo but when you hinted this was your next song I was insanely excited you always deliver and if there's one person I want to hear make a song that conspires against demons and angels stories it's the miracle himself. Big luv to you too Gav I'm looking forward to listening to this many times to pick up everything you're trying to throw down at us! 💜

[@Lrbearclaw]

Gav's music has gotten me to try games I normally wouldn't for literally 13 years now.

[@miracleofsound]

I like to hope this one can be relateable for people in real life a little too. So many people struggle with the ideas of good and evil, heaven and hell, gods and demons, belief and unbelief... the great unknoweables in life are a lot for us to deal with sometimes!

[@privateeyety5735]

Same, knew they'd make a banger

[@kdemetter]

@@miracleofsound I love it, very relatable even though I never played Diablo. It does get weird looks when I catch myself singing "mother reborn, to free the torn" at work though. But then, that's an opportunity to share your great work

[@Peagaporto]

Only lore you need to know to better apreciate this music is this. Angels and Demons split from the same entity eons ago, eventually forming Heaven and Hell, they have been at war ever since. Then an Angel called Inarius and a Demon called Lilith got tired of the conflict and created a world called Sanctuary where they and like minded angels and demons could hide. The angels and demons eventually had children with each other called Nephilim, which were more powerful than either. Heaven and Hell both found out and made a deal to put a limite world to weaken the power of the Nephilim over time, so the Nephilim got waker and weaker until they became Humanity. So mankind was born between the love between Order and Chaos, Good and Evil. "We are noble and we are craven, we are beautiful and we are vile." The events of Diablo 4 mark the return of both Inarius and Lilith, so the whole conflict basically revolves about who's getting custody of the kids.

[@MuraCasardis]

Words can never describe how happy I am to keep supporting you on Patreon for all these years. The music you keep pumping out are always bangers!

[@miracleofsound]

Thank for supporting ❤

[@glennboyce7753]

Well done. It is rare that I get goosebumps on hearing a song yet you have done exactly that. Love your creations.

[@theobsidiangaming5381]

Dude, you are literally the best youtube artist ever

[@miracleofsound]

🙏

[@edwardpeden6209]

I cannot stop listening to this. What an absolute masterpiece. I firmly believe MOS is the greatest artist of of our time, and he hasn’t disappointed a single time in over a decade.

[@andreagnesda2356]

I can usually get a feel for where a song is going with rythm and keys, this one kept me guessing almost at a TOOL level, loved it. Also did you do the bat-like screeches with your own voice? They are amazing

[@miracleofsound]

That's a big compliment for me, I'm a huge Tool fan :) And yes I did the screeches!

[@Illitha]

@@miracleofsound have you ever considered making a black metal track? those screams are amazing

[@bthsr7113]

"Even if heaven and hell collide tonight" First thing that popped into my head with the title.

[@mangostarr6975]

This feels like a Miracleofsound song but at the same time it's fresh and unique, a banger nonetheless

[@falconshield]

God daaaamn man, loved taking the journey through this song!

[@Demonstormlord]

The transitions in and out of the softer "human grain" parts were really well done. This song is amazing!

[@Shruggernauts]

"Multifarious." Miracle of Vocabulary, one of the only places I can still learn new words. Plus this song rules. Thanks!

[@ReplicatorFifth]

Yay learning vocabulary with Gavin together!

[@_vavss_]

1:05 Ugh that line is so good! 😣🤍 "Human grain, sown in pain, harvest it comes for us all"

[@stollkoloss2689]

It is now a day after release and this song has been on my mind the whole last 24+ hours. This is honestly so damn good. I mean Symphonic metal is my jam, but aside from that the musical and poetic craftwork behind. It is truly outstanding!!

[@sharmsong]

HOLY HELL!!! This is INCREDIBLE!!! 🔥🔥

[@AudioFrank]

This one was/is special innit

[@sharmsong]

@@AudioFrank You sprinkled it with your Frankinizer 🎵 (think of it like a fertilizer for music)

[@miracleofsound]

Frankinizer 😄 I love it

[@solomon4554]

The way you exclaim the word "bile" has me feeling something of sorts that I can't really describe, it's just so powerful!

[@RuneRelic2]

I love the so many references hidden in this song. Even for those who haven’t played or familiar with the story line can hear so much from this amazing song. Has some influences from the greats mixed here. Love it! Keep it going!

[@thefictiontherealityandthe5053]

Each lyrics is a masterpiece, like a storyteller putting together his greatest masterpiece, hats off dude great job.

[@jadencrawford2772]

The creative mix of singing and instrumental styles are why you shine

[@thegloomwolf]

Have been listening to you since level 3, and not a single time was I disappointed. Carry on being the best artist ever, Gav! :)

[@jimpapadakis7960]

Love the Two Steps from Hell vibes from this one.

[@penprp]

Your metal history and skills are on FULL display here, and I'm eating it up with a SPOON. This is absolutely beautiful.

[@DJ_Kers]

Due to picking up some older games recently, I've been listening to levels 1-3 a lot. What a musical evolution. I still think that those songs fit those games and movies but its still amazing to see the way this art changes

[@rishavghosal121]

I do not know how or why this affected me to the extent it did. Something about the symbolism of being torn between heaven and hell mixed with the concept of rebirth. Been playing this on loop for two hours now. Thank you Gavin

[@Jacin_Larkwell]

I always get so excited to see new songs. Its made me interested in video games more than I used to be, watching these scenes and listening to interpretations.

[@Schaddn]

I can't tell you enough how happy it makes me to see a new release from you Gav :) also, the writing reminds me very much of your other work, it sounds like you through and through. I hope this is the compliment I intended it to be

[@bloodspray8194]

Absolutely beautiful song. I've had it on loop for about 3 hours now. I love it. Keep it up Gav. You are a musical genius!

[@elibedard6373]

Gavin, this is amazing! This song is both a hellish and heavenly delight! Thank you for another masterpiece.

[@hollyrue9001]

You’ve captured The Eternal Conflict so well! It’s brilliant!

[@crazyakira1222]

I was waiting tightly for this, all is now perfect

[@Llodg]

I’ve never played any Diablo game but I am sure that this song will be in my head for days.

[@disconnected7737]

This man just can’t miss

[@_illi_]

Absolutely amazing! This will be on repeat a lot for sure. I feel like you captured the spirit of the franchise really well. I knew I will love it at the moment the Tristram-like guitar made an appearance and it only got better from there!

[@SuperHalofan64]

My favorite thing about the lyrics is that it entails the plight of humanity in the world of Diablo when it comes to Eternal Conflict. They want to be left alone from both sides, even the High Heavens (such as lyrics such as "turn off the blinding light"), but unfortunately, they have to side with the former due to the latter, the Nine Hells, poses a worse if not equal fate for humanity ("If the heavens high shall fall, the abyss shall swallow"), they have no choice but to rebel and fight against them, sometimes with the High Heavens, sometimes even against them. And on its own, it's a kickass song to boot!

[@enriquejoseantequerasanche6180]

Wish the game had this level of work and respect. Gavin, this song by itself justifies the existence of Diablo 4.

[@thelonebandana1062]

The opening vocals immediately convinced me i was going to love this song. Great work sir!

[@archivalzone]

Getting home from work. New Miracle of Sound song. Life is good.

[@damienweiss6674]

Fantastic as usual. Including Leah and her uncle fits the theme of humans being collateral damage so well, but that's a punch i hadn't fully recovered from after all those years. Very nicely weaved in ! And again you make me buy a game i was trying not to acquire for the sake of my wallet and sanity. Damn you !

[@mk1317]

Great song as always Gav. I think what amazes me is how diverse your music is. You see a game and can use the perfect genre to create your music. yet each song is distinctively you...Well done!

[@voinyhelvetti]

Granted it took me maybe 3/5 of the song to start to vibe with it but god damn it hit good when I did, especially how the chorus flows and especially *especially* 'feet of our mother' part is fantastic! Good job, Gav! Also, probably the first time I've even heard the word 'multifarious' and it works really well.

[@LorcanWard]

Amazing work as always Gav. While it’s got quite a lot of new flavours it’s right up my alley music wise. It’s got everything from symphonic power to black to trad metal.

[@thelorewright]

Incredible! It's amazing to me how someone can hop so flawlessly from one genre of music to another, but you make it seem easy.

[@ailon92]

I never knew I needed a song that sounds like Sabaton featuring Cradle of Filth, but here we are! Great!

[@temp3608]

I absolutely love the what's-his-name angel vs Lilith army fight, it scratches an itch for demons getting impaled by a spear wall I didn't even knew I had. It's just so good.

[@affanhocaoglu7835]

Oh my Diablo! This was awsome! You never disappoint Gav!

[@GGGriggs]

Getting a lot of different metal vibes with this one, mainly from hearing some Powerwolf-style vocal melodies, black metal guitars...and even a nice little death metal BLEGH! in the middle. 😄 Loving the more complex structure of this one, and the trademark that is the earworm Miracle of Sound vocal melody of the chorus will definitely keep me coming back to this one. 😁

[@KarolaTea]

Hoooooly wow, this absolutely rocks. Absolutely in love on first listen, I think this'll definitely be a long time favourite and a go-to audio caffeine! :D All the different parts with different tempos, levels of engery and overall feel just flow into each other perfectly keeping the song interesting from start to finish (and multiple repeats). Thank you so much!!!

[@ludicroushamster3565]

Ah nice I love it when Powerwolf drops a new single

[@JohnDoe-yb3cc]

I smiled all the time listening to this. Great work, Mr. Dunne; just as usual!

[@AhnQiraji]

Both the music and the lyrics is first class. Love your music Gav, its so layered and refined, nothing matches it honestly.

[@alexwellvy6062]

2:36, I lost my mind when I heard that moment, it sounded a lot like the moment from Open Air, the moment at the 4th minute, I thought my head was all messed up:) But the song is great in general, lately all the songs are straight up catchy, though, always has been.

[@matthewthompson2848]

Thanks

[@Grayson13XL]

I don’t know why, I must’ve listened to this song several dozen times, but 2 out of 3 times when I sing this to myself, I’ll say ‘We are Pitiful, we are Wise’ instead of ‘We are Beautiful, we are Vile’. I haven’t played D4 so I’m not even sure that line would even work. Still a gold star song.

[@Drackzahn]

It feels like several of my favourite metal bands just made a child and it is beautiful. Its amazing how well these styles matches the Diablo feeling. This is a masterpiece. Listening it daily, haha.

[@AshlandTalos]

Gav, seriously. How do you keep making my favorite song of yours with each release?

[@synmad3638]

both hard af and refreshing as always

[@alecchristiaen4856]

I love how you keep making banger songs based on games I couldn't care less about.

[@ShotgunJezus]

Once again Gavin knocks it out of the park. Those melodies combined with a splash of black metal really mix well. Absolutely love it man!

[@Growls]

This is really tasty Gav. A mix of old school Gav, and I *adore* the blastbeats in the verses. I love when you go this hard. I honestly don't play Diablo, but this is so ear-caressingly nice that I have nothing but love for the gothic vibe you display here.

[@miracleofsound]

Gotta love some black metal blasties 🤘

[@Growls]

@@miracleofsound 🤘

[@mad__kev]

As always, I'm blown away. This is absolutely fantastic!

[@datasneb7069]

Finally, the day has arrived! Miracle of Hell!

[@TikiDragon1]

The art of passing on beauty.

[@DEMON_DEMOLISHER]

Banger... After banger... After banger... After banger....

[@Jagerian449]

Bro this songs slaps. how do you never miss??????

[@LameMule]

Holy. Shit. I just ran across this on Spotify and HOT DAMN IS IT INCREDBLE. Dude. This is amazing. I may or may not have listened to it 5 times in a row just now. And what editing! Fantastic job, damn. Ya'll did an incredible job.

[@JohnnyCoyote]

This is a whole saga in one song. Absolutely incredible.

[@brentacomoose]

I came as soon as I got the notification...then after cleaning up I watched the video

[@jordanhunt2210]

2:45 BLYATT! Put this bad boy on repeat for sure, awesome new song

[@dragonriderabens9761]

When you said it was gonna take a few listens to get it to stick, you weren’t kidding Listened to it twice the day of release thinking “eh, it’s ok” Few days later, woke up with it in my head Haven’t been able to go more than a day or two without this ear worm wriggling in my head

[@Chibsukeangel]

New Miracle of Sound song? Absolutely epic birthday present. Thanks Gav :D

[@PandoraKin564]

Omg this is one of my favourites in the first few seconds. You have really hit it out of the park here and shown your skill for all to see. Love you Gav, please make more like this! I imagine Diablo 2 would also have something to say too or even 1 for a more haunting song. I can't wait to see what you do with the rest of the franchise!

[@rosenthorn_]

My absolute favourite vibe is humans/mortals coming together to topple the seemingly unkillable like angels or demons and shit.

[@someirishkid9241]

ATTACK AND DETHRONE GOD

[@sunnydin2000]

Miracle of sound is hands down my favorite. This particular song is something i greeatly enjoy vibing to whilst i game. Not a usual structure so it took me a listen or two, but it is wonderfully complex and very very well done.

[@tragnemalm]

good lord, just the first vocals give me huge powerwolf vibes

[@dragniasonstudios2681]

miracleofsound is easily my favourite musician, but I've never love a song so quickly

[@vikindeerr]

I love the fact that this song still have reminiscent parts of diablo 2 theme song. Love it and keep up the good work ❤!

[@petrhladik7026]

Came here to write the same! The Tristram theme in undertones is so nostalgic!

[@CEWinick]

Through heaven or hell, Miracle shall come of sound. Awesome song. Always enjoy your music.

[@dreamshade]

Fantastic drum work! The rhythms absolutely drive this one!

[@georgemarkaryan6941]

Now, this is the Diablo 4 song we've been waiting for

[@cristianq_]

Wow here comes one of those songs that explodes and leaves an unique mark!! this song is amazing Gav! i love it!!

[@also_dharga]

I've been listening to this for a week, and i can now confidently say this is your best work ever.

[@jaywest8619]

This is SO AWESOME!! I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve listened to this already! 😁

[@samueltheis6825]

This is one of your best songs ever. You never fail to make a masterpiece.

[@theeguy9022]

So much Powerwolf in this song, hearing the two of you together would be too much for any mortal ear. Worthy of the history books as always Gavin

[@NinethieMusic]

Your music always captures the essence of the subject so well, I had chills the entire time

[@HangrySaturn]

No idea what the Diablo series is about, but I've already listened to this song about fifty times.