As is usual with trailer music, most of their releases are not sold commercially and are available for licensing only.
Public albums
Invincible (2010) — Compilation of some of the most popular Two Steps from Hell tracks. Also available on ExtremeMusic.
Illusions (2011) — Thomas Bergersen solo album, formerly titled Nemesis II. Also available on ExtremeMusic.
Archangel (2011) — Compilation of more of the most popular Two Steps from Hell tracks.
Demon's Dance (2012) — Compilation of tracks from various albums spanning multiple genres, available only on the Two Steps from Hell app for iOS and Android.
Halloween (2012) — Compilation of well-known horror tracks from several demonstration albums, with several other-genre tracks as well.
SkyWorld (2012) — First public album to use mostly all-new tracks. Expanded version available on ExtremeMusic.
Classics Volume One (2013) — Compilation of previously unreleased tracks in the same vein as Invincible and Archangel. First public album available in lossless audio. Expanded version available on ExtremeMusic.
Speed of Sound (2013) — Nick Phoenix album. All-new tracks. Also available on ExtremeMusic.
Miracles (2014) — An epic drama/emotional album with the best of Illumina, Dreams & Imaginations, Two Steps From Heaven, and a few new tracks composed by Thomas Bergersen.
Colin Frake on Fire Mountain (2014) — Soundtrack for an e-book penned by Nick Phoenix. Composed by Thomas Bergersen with additional music by Nick Phoenix.
Sun (2014) — All new tracks by Thomas Bergersen. Follow-up to Illusions. Also available on ExtremeMusic.
Battlecry (2015) — Public Album; "ultra epic" follow-up to SkyWorld and the first public album to be released on two discs. Also available on ExtremeMusic.
Legacy (2015) — Japan-exclusive album featuring compiled tracks from previous public albums.
Classics Volume Two (2015) — Compilation of new and previously unreleased tracks.
Two Steps from Hell: Ringtones (2016) — A collection of ringtones released on Google Play.
Vanquish (2016) —Released 12/02/16. Contains singer Felicia Ferrare who appeared in Battlecry.
Demonstration albums
Volume One (2006) — First album, featuring various genres
Shadows and Nightmares (2006) — Horror genre album, along with a sound effects library
Dynasty (2007) — Epic genre album
All Drums Go to Hell (2007) — Heavily percussion-oriented album
Pathogen (2007) — Epic futuristic metal album mostly composed by Nick Phoenix
Nemesis (2007) — Epic genre album mostly composed by Thomas Bergersen
Dreams & Imaginations (2008) — New Age album
Legend (2008) — Epic genre album, with some tracks composed by Troels Folmann
Ashes (2008) — Horror genre album
The Devil Wears Nada (2009) — Mostly light and humorous album
Power of Darkness (2010) — Epic genre album
All Drones Go to Hell (2010) — New Age album; also known as Mystical Beginnings.
Illumina (2010) — New Age album
Balls to the Wall (2011) — Percussion album, with some tracks composed by Alex Pfeffer.
Nero (2011) — Epic genre album, with some tracks composed by Alex Pfeffer.
Two Steps from Heaven (2012) — Pet project of Thomas Bergersen, featuring inspiring, emotional, and adventurous music.
Burn (2012) — A small collection of eight dubstep remixed tracks.
Cyanide (2013) — Percussion album
Crime Lab (2013) — electronic industrial album
Open Conspiracy (2014) — Electronic Hybrid album composed by Hitesh Ceon, Nick Pittsinger, Thomas Bergersen and Nick Phoenix.
Amaria (2014) — new age/drama album composed by Thomas Bergersen.
Too Big to Fail (2014) — Sound effects library / Trailer toolkit.
Empire (2015) — Industry Album. Mostly consists of tracks from Classics Volume Two composed by Nick Phoenix.
Stronger Faster Braver (2015) — Subtitled as "Extreme Sports Music". Motivational, energetic and driving compositions.
Other albums
There are a number of albums made by other composers from the company, which are not considered part of the primary library and are consequently not represented on official Two Steps from Hell resources. They include:
Sinners (2011) — Electronic metal album composed by Aleksandar Dimitrijevic
Faction (2012) — Dark drones and soundscapes. Putative author is "Brad Rue", as shown on ExtremeMusic.com.
Solaris (2013) — Epic futuristic metal album, actually composed by Alex Pfeffer, who had previously contributed several tracks to the "Nero" album.
Orion (2013) — Short epic hybrid album composed by Michał Cielecki.
Quarantine (2014) — Sci-fi electronica album composed by Brad Rue.
Additionally, composer Troels Folmann contributed a number of tracks to the industry albums Dynasty, Dreams & Imaginations, and Legend, though he was credited only for the latter.
Commercial singles
Commercially available songs that are not on any album or were released as preview tracks. All of the following pieces are written by Bergersen, except where noted:
A Place in Heaven (2011) — Pre-release single from the Illusions album. Vocals performed by Jenifer Thigpen.
Ocean Princess (2011) — Pre-release single from the Illusions album. Vocals performed by Merethe Soltvedt.
Starvation (2011) — Pre-release single from the Illusions album.
Promise (2011) — Pre-release single from the Illusions album. Features cello performed by Tino Guo and vocals performed by Merethe Soltvedt.
Heart (2011) — Originally a single made to raise money to help the Tōhoku earthquake victims. Later included on the Two Steps from Heaven and Miracles albums.
The Hero in Your Heart (2013) — A single made to raise money to help the victims of the Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. Lyrics written and performed by Merethe Soltvedt.
That's A Wrap (2014) — A dark, adventurous orchestral ten-minute song created entirely with Thomas's proprietary sample library.
Autumn Love (2014) — An emotional, piano-driven track in a similar style to Dreams and Imaginations.
Into Darkness (2014) — A nine-minute mix of neo-orchestral and EDM club style. Lyrics performed by Thomas Bergersen
Stay (2014) — A pop-themed pre-release single from the Miracles album. Lyrics written and performed by Merethe Soltvedt.
Miracles (2014) — A second pre-release single from the Miracles album.
Children of the Sun (2015.05.04) — Original vocal version of "None Shall Live" from the Battlecry album. Lyrics performed by Merethe Soltvedt.
Christmas Medley (2015) — An orchestral medley comprising various Christmas songs. The track is named Two Steps From Xmas on ExtremeMusic.com
Threnody for Europe (2016.07.23) — A nearly ten-minute track intended as "a musical contemplation on the current unrest in Europe."
Standalone tracks
Songs that are not on any album or were initially released as preview tracks via Facebook. All of the following pieces are written by Bergersen, except when noted:
Soaring Over Hollywood (2009) — A demo track created using the East West Hollywood Strings sample library.
Just Another Happy Ending (2009) — A demo track created using the East West Hollywood Strings sample library.
In Your Arms (2010) — A remix of "Memories" from the Dreams & Imaginations album, featuring Merethe Soltvedt.
Tower of Mischief (2011) — Intended as a preview track for the Two Steps from Heaven album, but ultimately released on Nero.
My Freedom (2011) — A track originally considered for release on Illusions. Later included on the Nero album. Lyrics performed by Merethe Soltvedt. Has since been released to the public on the album Miracles.
Benedictus (2011) — Originally intended for release on Sun. Later included on the Two Steps from Heaven album.
Where Are You (2011) — Pop-trance track with acoustic elements. Lyrics performed by Thomas Bergersen
My Soul, Not Yours (2012) — Experimental dubstep track. Later included on the Burn album as "Not Your Soul".
Hymn to Life (2012) — A track released on the occasion of Thomas's birthday. Later performed in a Czech concert as "Hymnus Vitae Dedicatus".
To Die on Halloween (2012) — A song from the public album, Halloween, with lyrics written and performed by Nick Phoenix. An official music video was released via YouTube.
Colin and Petunia (2014) — Preview track for the Colin Frake on Fire Mountain album. Retitled "Colin Frake" for its album release.
Freedom Ship (2015) — Preview track for the Battlecry album. Composed by Nick Phoenix.
Neverdark (2015) — Preview track for the Classics Volume Two album. Composed by Nick Phoenix.
Since the release of their first album in 2006, their music has been featured in trailers for movies like Babel, Flyboys, Superman Returns, Blood Diamond, The Da Vinci Code, X-Men: The Last Stand, The Hitcher, Hannibal Rising, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, WALL•E, Anna Karenina and many others.
To Die On Halloween
Two Steps from Hell Lyrics
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A nasty burn, now isn't that fun?
Swim in the ocean, run on a beach,
Drown in the surf and blood like a leech.
We have no time for merry making.
Chop of the head for badness sake,
Sever a limb, batter and bake.
Nasty spells of Bubonic night.
Something festering in my bed.
Bed bugs dancing on my head.
Whatever offends and makes you scream.
I want to die on Halloween.
Halloween, Halloween, I want to die on Halloween.
Under the bed a goblin waits,
She never sleeps so I hesitate.
Tell me a story full of betrayal
A headless horsemen covered with snails.
This is Gorgon, I'm his master.
Follow the path this sleepless night
Feels so good to have a bad fright
I know a witch who's big as a whale
Covered with boils, wrinkled and pale.
Something waiting down the hall
Watch your step, you'll have a great fall
I know a sight that will make you scream
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween, I want to die on Halloween.
Oftentimes we're better off dead
When we wake the sky turns red
There's no way to leave this room
Put on a hat and strap on a broom.
Halloween, Halloween Halloween, Halloween,
Bats will fly on Halloween.
Something festering in my bed.
Bed bugs dancing on my head.
Whatever offends, makes you scream.
I want to die on Halloween.
Halloween, Halloween, Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween.
Something rancid in the bowl
And we'll take your restless soul
Something breathing in the hall
Heed the man behind the window
Follow the path this sleepless night
Feels so good to have a bad fright
I know a sight that will make you scream
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
The lyrics of To Die On Halloween by Two Steps from Hell are filled with spooky, macabre and haunting imagery that creates a sense of impending doom and fear. The first stanza refers to the dangers of the natural world, where the sun can cause harm and even death, and the ocean can be deadly. The second stanza depicts horrific acts of violence, such as severing limbs and casting spells. The third stanza mentions supernatural beings such as goblins, headless horsemen, and witches. The repeated chorus of "I want to die on Halloween" suggests a desire for a terrifying end that is fitting for the spooky holiday.
The lyrics are a celebration of the darker side of Halloween and the things that scare us. They evoke a sense of foreboding and unease that is a hallmark of horror. The references to bed bugs, festering sores, and bodily fluids add to the sense of disgust and revulsion, which are common themes in horror. The imagery of dark hallways and hidden dangers create a sense of claustrophobia and paranoia.
Overall, To Die On Halloween by Two Steps from Hell is a powerful and atmospheric song that captures the essence of Halloween and the things that make it a terrifying and exhilarating holiday.
Line by Line Meaning
What do we get from the light of the sun?
The sun's rays can often cause us harm rather than good.
A nasty burn, now isn't that fun?
Getting burnt by the sun is more painful than enjoyable.
Swim in the ocean, run on a beach,
Engaging in fun activities can also be dangerous.
Drown in the surf and blood like a leech.
These enjoyable activities can turn deadly in an instant.
We have no time for merry making.
We are too preoccupied by the frightful things lurking in the dark.
Chop off the head for badness sake,
Violence is sometimes necessary to protect ourselves from evil.
Sever a limb, batter and bake.
In the face of danger, drastic measures are needed to survive.
Nasty spells of Bubonic night.
The darkness of the night can bring forth terrible things.
Come close and see what's hidden from sight.
The horrors of the night are often hidden until it's too late.
Something festering in my bed.
Even our safe spaces can be invaded by evil entities.
Bed bugs dancing on my head.
Unknown parasites infesting oneself can be a scary thought.
Whatever offends and makes you scream.
The haunts of Halloween are meant to frighten and terrify.
I want to die on Halloween.
Choosing the night of Halloween for my demise is a bizarre wish.
Under the bed a goblin waits,
Monstrous creatures can lurk in the most unsuspecting places.
She never sleeps so I hesitate.
The idea of a creature that never rests is a frightening thought.
Tell me a story full of betrayal
Stories that involve betrayal can be intriguing and terrifying.
A headless horsemen covered with snails.
A creature that is headless and covered in snails is a horrifying vision.
This is Gorgon, I'm his master.
Being a master of a creature as dreadful as Gorgon is a scary thought.
Follow the path this sleepless night
The night of Halloween is often filled with restless energy.
Feels so good to have a bad fright
The adrenaline rush that comes with fear can be exhilarating and addictive.
I know a witch who's big as a whale
Encountering a witch of enormous size is a terrifying thought.
Covered with boils, wrinkled and pale.
An image of a witch with disfigurements is an unsettling one.
Something waiting down the hall
The unknown figure lurking down the hallway can be a source of terror.
Watch your step, you'll have a great fall
In the midst of fear, even the most mundane tasks can become perilous.
Something rancid in the bowl
Even our basic necessities can be tainted on Halloween night.
And we'll take your restless soul
The evil spirits of Halloween night are always on the lookout for fresh souls to claim.
Something breathing in the hall
The sound of heavy breathing in the hall is a chilling thought.
Heed the man behind the window
The faceless man who lurks outside can be a figure of terror.
Bats will fly on Halloween.
The imagery of bats flying on Halloween adds to the night's eerie atmosphere.
I want to die on Halloween!
I am unexplainably drawn to the terrifying mystique of Halloween night.
Contributed by Bentley J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@skmh842
The tentative lyrics to the song. Please fix anything I left out or messed up.
What do we get from the light of the sun?
A nasty burn, now isn't that fun?
Swim in the ocean, run on a beach,
Drown in the surf and (I don't know) like a leech.
We have no time for merry-making.
Chop off a head for badness' sake,
Sever a limb, batter and bake.
Nasty spells and *Teutonic *knight,
Come close and see what's hidden from sight.
Something festering in my bed,
Bedbugs dancing on my head,
(I don't know) that make you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
(something about a) goblin waits,
(I have no clue about this next line)
Tell me a story, full of betrayal,
A headless horseman covered with snails,
(Once again, no idea), I'm his master!
Follow the path to sleepless nights,
Feels so good to have a bad fright!
I know a witch who's big as a whale,
Covered with boils, wrinkled and...pale!
Something waiting down the hall,
Watch your step, you'll have a great...fall!
I know a sight that will make you scream!
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
(I don't know these lines again),
When we wake the sky turns red,
There's no way to leave this room,
Put on a hat and strap on a broom.
Halloween, Halloween,
Halloween, Halloween,
Bats will smile on Halloween!
Something festering in my bed,
Bedbugs dancing on my head,
(I don't know) that makes you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
Something rancid in the bowl,
And we'll take your restless soul,
Something breathing in the hall,
Leave the man behind the window,
Follow the path to sleepless nights,
Feels so good to have a bad fright,
I know a sight that will make you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
@erindowning9375
In the soundtrack of The nightmare before Christmas. Jack & Sally have kids that play strange music on their xylophones. Whenever I hear this song, I imagine Jack & Sally's kids playing & singing this very song with all the citizens of Halloween Town singing along to it.
@skmh842
The tentative lyrics to the song. Please fix anything I left out or messed up.
What do we get from the light of the sun?
A nasty burn, now isn't that fun?
Swim in the ocean, run on a beach,
Drown in the surf and (I don't know) like a leech.
We have no time for merry-making.
Chop off a head for badness' sake,
Sever a limb, batter and bake.
Nasty spells and *Teutonic *knight,
Come close and see what's hidden from sight.
Something festering in my bed,
Bedbugs dancing on my head,
(I don't know) that make you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
(something about a) goblin waits,
(I have no clue about this next line)
Tell me a story, full of betrayal,
A headless horseman covered with snails,
(Once again, no idea), I'm his master!
Follow the path to sleepless nights,
Feels so good to have a bad fright!
I know a witch who's big as a whale,
Covered with boils, wrinkled and...pale!
Something waiting down the hall,
Watch your step, you'll have a great...fall!
I know a sight that will make you scream!
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
(I don't know these lines again),
When we wake the sky turns red,
There's no way to leave this room,
Put on a hat and strap on a broom.
Halloween, Halloween,
Halloween, Halloween,
Bats will smile on Halloween!
Something festering in my bed,
Bedbugs dancing on my head,
(I don't know) that makes you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
Halloween, Halloween,
Halloween, Halloween,
I want to die on Halloween!
Something rancid in the bowl,
And we'll take your restless soul,
Something breathing in the hall,
Leave the man behind the window,
Follow the path to sleepless nights,
Feels so good to have a bad fright,
I know a sight that will make you scream,
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
I want to die on Halloween!
@TimakaTie
The album was released on 24. or 25. September. Most tracks are from Ashes and the other dark and Sound-Design-Albums. It´s not the typical "epicness" you can find on the album, but i still bought it.
@Whimsy3692
Somewhere, Tim Burton is smiling. 🖤💀
@JJTownley_Classical-Composer
All through it I thought I was on the Disneyland Haunted Mansion ride. Superb stuff.
@nyarlatothepthereptantanon1915
So similar than This is halloween of A nightmare before Christmas .
@SteamSoftworks
Lol I didn't know peewee Herman was in this XD
@hronolord
There sing dwarves, gnomes, goblins and imps?
@TimakaTie
You're actually right, but that's the track-title on amazon and other sites, so i just left it. And it sounds better than "sung by Nick Phoenix".
@SunRayz3r
🎶 This is Halloween, this is Halloween..🎶