Thursday, July 9, 2026

Hope Vs Disillusion Pt. 2

Along with the compilation I posted about in my last post, I also ordered this split between two German bands that were both active in the early 2000s. Highscore had actually started in the lates 90s and were one of the premier hardcore bands of that era. The Now-Denial formed in 2000 out of the ashes of some other hardcore bands active in the 90s, like Enfold and Durango 95. I own records by both bands, so getting this split for very little money was a no brainer. This is a really good example of a split well done, musically speaking. The aesthetic is still 90s inspired, e.g. the ‘Only for Promotion’ stamp and the other stamps on the labels. But I like it. 


1st Press on Black on Tomte Tumme Tott /???


Nice six-panel fold-out cover. I have a soft spot for covers like this. 



On the back of the cover/lyric sheet you get some more thoughts by members of both bands. Very 90s.