If you've ever listened to Misery Signals' "The Summer That Ended In June" you've heard of a person named Jordo. Compromise was on tour with 7 Angels 7 Plagues (4 members would go on to form Misery Signals) when their van fell behind Misery Signals' in the night and tragically, a drunk driver collided with the van, killing Jordan Wodehouse and Daniel Langlois. Jesse Zaraska did vocals for Compromise, and after the accident, the two bands would combine to form Misery Signals, minus 7A7P's vocalist. With all the years-too-late hype that Misery Signals has been getting lately, I feel it is important for people to know about this band.
Artwork: Unlike most metalcore releases of the early 2000's, Yesterday's artwork has a somber vibe, lacking any paint-splatter designs or skulls. The artwork does not belie the music, because the emotions presented through the music are fittingly somber and reflective.
Structure: This album is essentially an EP, made of 4 songs that were most likely written around the same time. The overarching themes are betrayal and fractured relationships, referred to in each song repeatedly. There is not a story woven through the songs - they're just four songs, here you go.
Sound: Compromise mixes early 2000's melodic hardcore with a dash of late 90's hardcore and the more poetic lyrics of early screamo. The production here is standard for its time. Nothing fancy but delivering everything necessary for a solid album.
Significant Facts: If you listen to Weight of the World, check out the artwork for Compromise's self-titled for a laugh. Also, if you watch the video for The Year Summer Ended In June, you can see several live clips of Compromise as well as a dedication to the band.
For Fans Of: Misery Signals, 7 Angels 7 Plagues
Favorite Lyrics: So now I ask, why lie?
Why the disguise?
Favorite Track: My Best Wishes
- Completely At Its Mercy
- These Wings Once Possessed
- My Best Wishes
- The Rise and Fall
Rating: 7 / 10
Compromise's Discography: mediafire
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