What makes Consequences by Endwell notable?

Consequences received positive critical feedback for its blend of aggressive instrumentation and introspective lyrics, helping to establish Endwell as a notable act in the post-hardcore genre. The album's release coincided with a resurgence of interest in melodic hardcore, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the genre's evolution during the late 2000s. Released in January 2009, Consequences is Endwell's second album, coming after their debut, From the Embers. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound within the melodic hardcore scene and seeking broader recognition while navigating lineup changes that influenced their artistic direction.

Consequences

Endwell · 2009

15 tracks · punk rock

A visceral blend of melodic hardcore and punk rock, echoing themes of personal struggle and societal critique with raw intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Weed Out the Weak — This track showcases a powerful message about resilience and determination, making it a rallying cry against adversity that resonates deeply within the punk community.
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Promises Wept — With its emotional depth and lyrical vulnerability, this song stands out as a poignant exploration of broken promises and lost trust, encapsulating key themes of the album.
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Mike Tyson — This track employs vivid metaphors and punchy rhythms to explore themes of strength and vulnerability, reflecting on personal battles while maintaining a punk rock edge.
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Living Through Losses: 2/30/01 — The emotional weight conveyed through its lyrics highlights struggles with grief and loss, making it a crucial moment on the album that underscores its overall narrative arc.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive instrumentation with introspective lyrics, showcasing a solid but not approach to melodic hardcore.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and fast tempos, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces.
Several songs incorporate dual vocal styles, alternating between melodic singing and harsh screams to emphasize emotional contrasts.
The album's lyrics frequently address themes of personal struggle and societal issues, often using vivid imagery and direct language.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Promises Wept

The writing shifts from hopeful aspirations to stark realizations about betrayal and disappointment.

This transition deepens the emotional impact by contrasting earlier optimism with a stark acknowledgment of reality, enhancing the song's thematic complexity.

Tracklist

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

1 Consequences
2 Weed Out the Weak
3 Such Great Depths
4 Promises Wept
5 Mike Tyson
6 The Bridge
7 Avoidant: Ghost Will Haunt
8 John Doe
9 Whatever Distance
10 Welcome Inferno
11 Glaciers: 10/21/03
12 Rise and Fail
13 Living Through Losses: 2/30/01
14 As Low as a Life Can Get (Jumping the Shark)
15 Encounters at the End of the World

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