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Band
Wage War
Title
Deadweight
Type
LP/EP
Company
Fearless
YOR
2017
Style
Metalcore/Hardcore
8/28/2017 - Review by: Eric Compton
Extremely aggressive and also melodic
A Day to Remember vocalist Jeremy McKinnon helped produce this sophomore album for metalcore act Wage War. Those rather sterile production standards accent the highs and lows of 'Deadweight'. The typical stomp riffs are abundant but manufactured with effects and a slight electronic feel for diversity. Vocalist Briton Bond handles the rough and clean vocals well, assisted with backing vocals for a more unified feel to the songs. While it is extremely aggressive, the chorus parts are so melodic that it could appeal to even wider audiences. Highlight for me is the subdued "Witness".
Recommended for fans of: The Amity Affliction, Parkway Drive
PERSONAL BREAKDOWN:

ENJOYMENT
3
MUSIC
3
VOCALS
3.5
PRODUCTION
4
ARTWORK
1
LYRICS
3


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TITLE
DOR
COMPANY
REVIEWER DATE MADE RATING
Deadweight
2017
Fearless
Eric Compton8/28/2017
3

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