Heartfelt Discord (R. I. P. 2004-2007)

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DISCOGRAPHY REVIEWSHeartfelt Discord/One Win Choice We Will Unite Split LP Eternal Hope Records Jeff Karbow This is the first release by my man Chriss label Eternal Hope Records, it features two great bands out of the New Jersey area, Heartfelt Discord from the NJ/Toms River area and One Win Choice from Toms River, NJ. Heartfelt Discord start it off with 4 new songs and a cover of One Win Choices "Cause For a Alarm". However the opening track, is an intro that features both bands in a collaboration with a churning melodic chorus, chanting we will unite. A good idea to start this split LP off with. Heartfelt Discord play melodic hardcore akin to Lifetime and Fugazi with nods to bands like Minor Threat and Gorilla Biscuits. Actually their material is very reminiscent of Protagonist. They do a supreme job of incorporating melody and driving 4 chord hardcore anthems with all the passion to boot. The songs are all catchy as shit without the use of cliche and cheesy hooks. The singer adds a dimension to the band like CIV did for GB, without him they wouldnt be nearly the package they are, the insightful and "heartfelt" lyrics coupled with his ear catching shouts and screams pair up with the music perfectly, anger and aggression with a great subtle use of melody are prevalent in his vocal approach. Songs like "Ignorance is Blisters"and "Positive Mental Attitude" are pure hardcore anthems that make you want to jump to the front and pile on for a sing along. This band brings a positive vibe without being gimmicky or insincere, which is something hardcore is in dire need of. Heartfelt Discord definitely is a band worthy of more ears and eyes because if you need a pick me up just pop on their tunes and youre set. Now to side B: One Win Choice play a brand of punk hardcore that brings to mind bands like Strike Anywhere and Operation Ivy, even Rancid in some parts, just not as strong as a bass presence. As well as the first side of things One Win Choice bring fourth 4 new jams and a cover of HDs "Ties That Bind." Its hard to follow up to the tracks that Heartfelt Discord came with but OWC comes strong. Everything from sing alongs, chants, some nice use of melody bridges used here and there, and straight punk breaks. Considering pretty much all of their songs break the 3 minute mark they dont drag on, which is fucking hard to do in the punk genre. The songs build up nicely into sing alongs and chants, while mixing things up enough so they structuring of the songs dont become too predictable. Their lyrical content isnt as strong as HD but its nothing to look over by any means. The singer really knows how to ride a punk beat, he reminds me of the guy from anti-flag without all the whining in between songs and minus the stupid outfits. The production holds its own, its not that real gritty punk so the production is a little more polished, the guitars have good clarity and crunch when needed. The layout is dope, nice use of the godzilla theme. The vinyl comes in a limited number of blue vinyl and the rest are on black, either way this is worth adding to your collection. Support hardcore and small labels, get on the train and support two bands and a label that are just trying to get out there and be heard.Rating: 4.5/5Songs worthy of replay:HD: Ignorance is Blisters OWC: ParableThesis: A quality release, top notch melodic hardcore and some straight up punk hardcore with quality lyrics.