The Damage Done (EP)

The Damage Done is an extended play (EP) by American metalcore band Darkest Hour. It was released in 2003 on Victory Records. The EP is notable for showcasing a more melodic and aggressive sound compared to their previous work, signaling a shift towards the style that would become more prominent on their subsequent albums. It features four tracks: "The Sadist Nation," "Transient," "An Epitaph," and a cover of Minor Threat's "Filler." The EP was generally well-received by critics and fans, and it helped to further establish Darkest Hour within the burgeoning metalcore scene of the early 2000s. It is considered by some fans as a vital stepping stone in the band's evolution.