Merchandise - After The End

Review by Vitor Valentim

After The End, the fourth studio album by Merchandise, is a captivating and introspective exploration of the post-punk and shoegaze genres. The album marks a departure from the band's earlier work, with a more polished and refined sound that showcases their evolution as musicians.

From the opening track, "Corridor," the listener is drawn into a world of dreamy guitars and haunting vocals that set the tone for the rest of the album. The standout track, "Enemy," is a brooding and melancholic anthem that showcases lead singer Carson Cox's emotive vocals and the band's ability to create a lush and immersive soundscape.

The album is not without its flaws, however. Some tracks, such as "Life Outside The Mirror," feel repetitive and lack the emotional depth of the rest of the album. However, these missteps are overshadowed by the overall strength of the album as a cohesive work.

Artist: Merchandise
Album: After The End

2014

Rating: 3.95

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Filename: merchandise-after-the-end.rar

MP3 size: 102 mb
FLAC size: 923.1 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Exile And Ego	4:34
Corridor	2:46
No You and Me (Demo Version)	4:47
After the End	6:55
Telephone (Demo Version)	3:55
Begging For Your Life / In The City Light	14:04
True Moment
Looking Glass Waltz	4:1
Enemy	4:29
Life Outside the Mirror	4:55
True Monument	4:59
Exile and Ego	4:34
Little Killer	3:5
Life Outside The Mirror	4:55
Telephone	4:5
Green Lady	4:28
After The End	6:55

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Merchandise - Life Outside the Mirror

Merchandise - Little Killer (Official Video)

Merchandise - Enemy (Official Video)

Merchandise - True Monument

Merchandise - Green Lady

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Catalog Numbers

CAD3430CD
CAD3430
BGJ-10210

Labels

4AD
Hostess Entertainment Unlimited

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Formats

10 × File
MP3
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320 kbps
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Vinyl
LP
Limited Edition
Green
Digipak

Companies

Role	Company
Copyright (c)	4AD Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)	4AD Ltd.
Pressed By	Arvato
Mastered At	Abbey Road Studios

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Frank Haines
Bass	Patrick Brady
Design	Philip Laslett
Drums	Elsner Nino
Percussion	Elsner Nino
Guitar	Chris Horn
Backing Vocals	Chris Horn
Lead Guitar	David Vassalotti
Keyboards	David Vassalotti
Harmonium	David Vassalotti
Lead Vocals	Carson Cox
Mastered By	Alex Wharton
Mixed By	Gareth Jones
Photography By	Angelika Krinzinger
Producer	Carson Cox, Merchandise
Layout	Philip Laslett
Photography	Frank Haines
Co-producer	Carson Cox, Merchandise
Written-By	Carson Cox (tracks: 2,4,6 to10), David Vassalotti (tracks: 1,3,5,7)
Bass Guitar	Patrick Brady
Cover	Frank Haines

Notes

Issued in a digipak with a 12-panel foldout insert.
Mastered at Abbey Road
Track 7 contains an extract of the short film "Mona Lisa" by Toshio Matsumoto
℗&© 2014 4AD Ltd.
Little Killer contains an extract of the short film "Mona Lisa" by Toshio Matsumoto.
Inner sleeve with lyrics and MP3 download included.
PROMOTIONAL COPY
Promotional sticker on rear of digipak with tracklisting and promotional information. Sticker on upper left corner of front cover.
Includes lyric sheet/poster insert
A post manufacture Promotional version of this release was available having promotional sticker on rear of digipak with tracklisting and promotional information. Sticker on upper left corner of front cover.Includes lyric sheet/poster insert .
Digipak + booklet
Little Killer contains an extract of the short film "Mona Lisa" by Toshio Matsumoto

Barcodes

Barcode: 652637343021
Label Code: LC 05807
Matrix / Runout: arvato 55845878/CAD3430CD 21
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LP 73
Mould SID Code: IFPI 0712
Barcode: 652637343014
Matrix / Runout (Side A Runout): MPO / CAD3430
Matrix / Runout (Side B Runout): Nostalgia is just a looking glass
Mastering SID Code: IFPI L027
Mould SID Code: IFPI 10K2
Matrix / Runout: CAD 3430CD arvato + + 86899521
Barcode: 4582214511146
Barcode (Scanned & Text): 0652637343021
Mould SID Code: IFPI 1002
Barcode (Scanned / Printed): 652637343021
Matrix / Runout: arvato + + 86899521

About Merchandise

Tampa, Florida, USA.

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Members

Carson Cox
Sam Bosson
David Vassalotti
Patrick Brady
Elsner Nino

Summary by Vitor Valentim

After The End is a bold and ambitious album that solidifies Merchandise's place in the indie music scene. It's a must-listen for fans of post-punk and shoegaze, and a testament to the band's growth as artists.

Comments

nourpretty1

Here is the rundown of my score... And, I quote, [Merchandise] "they've jumped to the front of the pack with a stylish, well-crafted, and yes, enjoyably derivative set." - Timothy Monger - AllMusic.Monger is so right on in his observation. For me, the 80s styling leans too heavily on the bands I least enjoy. The Church, Mission UK... Just not my fashion. Also, if I want to relive that era of British music... Notably, the peak of the 4AD label... I'll pop music in from Wolfgang Press, This Mortal Coil, Modern English and the like. Here's my suggestion: While not necessarily a bad record - It's far from it. Simply, the derivative nature of it is glaring to my ears. I was there in the early years. I recognize the original bands and their workplace. Still, this CD is worthy of a listen if you enjoy smart, British guitar rock. And, true, it does carry with it the shadings of 4AD, which was approximately the hippest label going at one time. Just saying. Your local library, like mine might own a copy to borrow. Hoopla also streams it. Check it out, hipsters. Aloha.