The 2017 album "Deadweight" saw Wage War refining their signature metalcore sound with a more polished production, balancing aggression with accessible melodies.
- "Deadweight" was released on August 4, 2017, by Fearless Records. The album charted at number 31 on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart. It features the single "Stitch," which became a notable track for the band.
- The album was produced by Jeremy McKinnon of A Day to Remember and co-produced by Andrew Wade. Wage War toured extensively in support of "Deadweight," including a co-headlining run with Oceans Ate Alaska. Kirchner produced the album, which received positive reception from the metalcore community.
- The album saw Wage War further establishing their presence in the hard rock and metal genres, with "Deadweight" charting on the Billboard Independent Albums list at number 12. The band followed this release with extensive touring. The album was released on August 4, 2017.
Wage War is a metalcore band from Ocala, Florida, known for blending heavy riffs with melodic hooks. "Deadweight" was released in 2017, during a period of increasing recognition for the band within the modern metal scene.
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