As It Is (a band named in homage to modern melodic hardcore heroes Have Heart) have channelled the snarling spirit of post-hardcore in a manner that has pushed them far beyond their comfort zone, and will comprehensively shatter the narrow expectations of those who may have previously sought to pigeonhole them.

The quartet with legendary producer Gene 'Machine' Freeman (Lamb Of God, Every Time I Die, Armor For Sleep) have created The Great Depression.

A record based on un-swerving desire for true creative endeavour has resulted in a remarkable sonic re-invention and a momentous, singular achievement. No one ever made it to the very top by checking boxes and following the rules. And the top looks to be exactly where As It Is are headed.

Stage I: Denial
SIDE A
1. The Great Depression
2. The Wounded World
3. The Fire, The Dark

SIDE B
4. The Stigma (Boys Don't Cry)
5. The Handwritten Letter
6. The Question, The Answer

Stage III: Bargaining
SIDE C
1. The Reaper
2. The Two Tongues (Screaming Salvation)
3. The Truth I'll Never Tell

SIDE D
Stage IV: Acceptance
4. The Haunting
5. The Hurt, The Hope
6. The End.