However, despite not being able to take metalcore to the next level, they have more than enough potential to be a standout band in a sadly diluted pool and, with all things considered, that's not a particularly bad place to be.

If you're new to the genre and happen to use bands like I Prevail and Blessthefall as your benchmark for guidelines, Wage War offer up something far more satisfying here on their second album.

"[5] Louder Sound gave the album a positive review and stated: "Overall, this slickly produced mix of unapologetically aggressive vocals, soaring choruses, crunchy riffs and effective breakdowns is authentic, emotional and strangely therapeutic.

"[2] New Noise gave the album a perfect score 5 out of 5 and stated that "...with Deadweight, Wage War has carved out a niche that isn't going to become null and void or irrelevant any time soon.

"[6] Rock Sound gave it 8 out of 10 and said: "Even if the interplay between Briton and guitarist / melodic vocalist Cody Quistad is hardly innovative, it might just be Wage War's trump card.