Bring Me The Horizon’s Oli Sykes and Spiritbox’s Courtney LaPlante to team up on new, original song If The Sun Burns Out Tonight

Bring Me The Horizon frontman Oli Sykes and Spiritbox singer Courtney LaPlante are set to release a new collaborative single titled "If The Sun Burns Out Tonight". This track, produced and co-written by American DJ and composer Grabbitz, will be featured as the official theme song for this year’s Valorant Champions Tour, an international esports competition centered around the tactical shooter game Valorant.

The song is expected to debut sometime in the autumn, though a specific release date has not yet been announced. According to loudersound.com, the collaboration merges electronic music elements with the heavy rock sound characteristic of both Bring Me The Horizon and Spiritbox, reflecting Grabbitz’s vision of blending his electronic style with the metal influences of the two vocalists.

Courtney LaPlante’s involvement with Riot Games, the developer behind Valorant, is not new; this marks her second project with the company following her vocal contribution to the 2XKO fighting game’s electro-metal track "Ties That Bind" released last year. Grabbitz also has a history of collaborations tied to Riot Games, having previously worked on singles involving artists such as Ashnikko and bbno$.

The partnership between Sykes, LaPlante, and Grabbitz reportedly materialized through mutual creative synergy, with all parties contributing distinct elements that culminate in what has been described as a powerful anthem for the esports community. The track aims to straddle the worlds of storytelling and music, aligning with Riot Games’ tendency to integrate original music into their gaming events and championships.

Beyond the studio collaboration, LaPlante has a history of live performances alongside Bring Me The Horizon. Notably, she has appeared as a guest vocalist at the band’s shows, including a 2022 festival in Malta and performances in Budapest where she sang parts originally performed by other artists, demonstrating a strong artistic rapport with Sykes and his band.

Bring Me The Horizon recently revisited their origins with a re-recorded release of their debut album Count Your Blessings. The band is currently engaged in a European festival tour, which will conclude with performances at Sziget festival in Budapest and Rick In Rio in Brazil, before embarking on a North American tour through September and October.

Spiritbox, meanwhile, released their sophomore album Tsunami Sea last year and is preparing for a European headline tour supported by Jinjer and Dying Wish. Their touring schedule extends into late 2024, including a special supporting slot for Metallica at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut and an Australian tour in December.

The Valorant Champions Tour 2026 is underway in its second phase, with the final stage scheduled to take place in Shanghai later this year. The tournament will award a substantial grand prize pool, reflecting the growing prominence and commercial viability of esports as a platform for cross-media collaborations like this one.

Riot Games’ ongoing engagement with metal and rock artists, including previous partnerships with Polyphia and Linkin Park, illustrates a strategic effort to enhance their games’ cultural footprint through music. Such collaborations also open new avenues for artists to reach global audiences beyond traditional music channels.

This joint venture between Sykes and LaPlante signifies a noteworthy moment in both artists’ discographies, blending genres and fanbases in a format tied to competitive gaming. It augments their touring activities with a unique project that connects the metalcore and electronic music scenes to the rapidly expanding esports audience.

Unconfirmed details remain regarding the exact release date and promotional plans for "If The Sun Burns Out Tonight," as well as whether the track will be included on future albums or remain a standalone single. However, the involvement of Riot Games and the Valorant Champions Tour suggests significant exposure and potential for the song within the esports and gaming communities.

From an industry perspective, this collaboration reflects the increasing convergence of music and gaming industries, where artists capitalize on new platforms to diversify revenue and audience engagement. For Bring Me The Horizon and Spiritbox, known for their dynamic live performances and dedicated fanbases, this project may broaden their reach and influence, while reinforcing the importance of multimedia partnerships in modern music marketing.