END

END is a prominent American metalcore supergroup formed in 2017, featuring members from Counterparts, Fit For An Autopsy, Shai Hulud, and The Acacia Strain. Their sound identity is defined by a fusion of '90s-style metallic hardcore, grindcore, and industrial noise, characterized by the heavy use of the 'Swedish' HM-2 guitar tone and dense, suffocating production.

The project is led by producer Will Putney, whose signature high-fidelity yet abrasive mixing style has become a benchmark for modern heavy music. Their career arc has seen them evolve from a surprise EP debut into a definitive force in the 'dark hardcore' scene, influencing a new wave of bands that prioritize texture and dissonance over traditional song structures. Critical consensus highlights their ability to maintain a sense of genuine danger and emotional weight despite their technical proficiency. They occupy a unique cultural position as a 'musician's band,' where the collective pedigree of the members draws in a diverse cross-section of the metal and hardcore communities.