1: Contrition (2:58) 2: Unanswered (2:31) 3: December 1943 (2:54) 4: Spared In Hell (2:01) 5: Divination (3:29) 6: Borrowed & Blue (3:27) 7: Penance (2:38) 8: Remorse (3:09) 9: Pillar Of Salt (2:17) 10: Atonement (3:29) 11: Vice & Regret (4:33)
Description:
Released in a digisleeve.
"Abandoned" is a powerful hardcore/ melodic hardcore album by the American band Defeater, released here in classic CD format by the label EPT. The record unfolds as a concept work set in Defeater's characteristic narrative universe, marked by emotional storytelling, sharp social observation and raw personal struggle. Crushing guitars, tense drum work and desperate, shouted vocals are interwoven with melodic passages and quieter, reflective moments, creating a dense atmosphere that feels both cathartic and intimate. Lyrically, "Abandoned" moves through themes of guilt, faith, loss and redemption, following a troubled protagonist whose inner conflicts mirror wider social fractures. The production strikes a balance between clarity and grit, preserving the urgency and energy of hardcore while allowing the melodic structures and dynamic build-ups to shine. As a physical CD release, this edition is designed for listeners who value the tangible album experience, complete with cover art and booklet that deepen the conceptual narrative and invite attentive listening from the first to the last track.
Defeater are known in the hardcore scene for their narrative concept albums and emotionally intense songwriting. Across their catalogue, they have built an interconnected storyline with recurring characters and perspectives, which has earned the band a dedicated international following and strong recognition in the melodic hardcore community. Their records are often cited for their balance of aggression and melody, as well as for lyrics that go far beyond genre clichés, touching on war trauma, family conflict, class struggle and personal failure. On stage, Defeater are celebrated for passionate, tightly executed performances that translate the intensity of their studio recordings into a gripping live experience, helping them secure slots at major punk and hardcore festivals and club tours around the world.
EPT appears here as the releasing label/manufacturer responsible for bringing "Abandoned" to listeners in physical form. As a manufacturer, EPT focuses on solid CD production quality, reliable pressing and clean audio transfer, so that the album's dynamics, subtle details and raw energy are preserved as intended. With careful attention to packaging and presentation, EPT supports artists in presenting their music not only as sound, but as a complete work that includes visual and tactile elements. By providing a durable, well-produced CD edition, EPT makes "Abandoned" accessible to collectors, fans of physical media and anyone who wants to experience Defeater's concept album in its intended, album-oriented form.
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