What makes Abandoned by Defeater notable?

'Abandoned' received critical acclaim upon its release, debuting at number 15 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and solidifying Defeater's position within the contemporary hardcore punk movement. Its exploration of themes such as loss and redemption resonated deeply with fans, further influencing the emotional depth present in subsequent releases across the genre. By the time 'Abandoned' was released in 2015, Defeater had already established themselves in the hardcore punk scene with three prior albums. This album marked their first release after a significant lineup change that included new guitarist and producer Jay Maas, reshaping their sound while maintaining their storytelling focus.

How many songs are on Abandoned?

Abandoned has 11 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Abandoned

Defeater · 2015

33 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

Aggressive yet introspective hardcore punk laced with haunting melodies and a narrative-driven approach to songwriting.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Contrition — Opening with intense urgency, this track sets the tone for the album’s exploration of guilt and regret through its raw energy and emotive lyrics.
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Penance — This track features a dynamic shift between aggressive instrumentation and reflective moments, encapsulating the struggle between despair and hope that permeates the album.
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Vice & Regret — Closing the album, it combines poignant lyricism with a powerful musical crescendo, leaving listeners with a profound sense of resolution amidst chaos.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive and melodic elements effectively while exploring deep themes, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets an aggressive tone, followed by a mid-tempo song that introduces melodic elements.
Several tracks feature alternating vocal styles, with harsh screams juxtaposed against clean singing, enhancing the emotional narrative.
The last three tracks progressively slow down, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

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 3:08
9 Pillar of Salt 2:17
10 Atonement 3:29
11 Vice & Regret 4:33

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