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The trilogy's finale tape, Echoes of Silence, exceeds toxicity, rather twistedness, as well as it being sonically haunting and generally dark. Whether its the angelic wailing heard in the beginning of the "The Host", or the revenge fuelled lyrics of initiation, the Toronto artist's downward spiral in this project is reflected through both sonics and lyrics. From the electric MJ cover to the slow-burning Echoes of Silence, Abel completes what is the best collection of mixtapes ever.

Abel's Trilogy series goes from in your face production and powerful vocals on House of Balloons to Thursday, a beautifully drowsy album, with more space for the production which completely envelops the listener. The strong subject matter describing a self-destructive side of the reckless youthful party lifestyle strikes the listener, as well as Abel giving a lens into his toxic relationship/s with women and its affect on both parties.

Genre bending, ahead of its time, beautifully toxic. The Weeknd's "House of Balloons" features awe-inspiring vocals and meticulously layered production in this first instalment of his "Trilogy" R&B series. The lyrical content details Abel attempting to enchant a woman with his lifestyle, which is equally reckless as it is exciting. To think this was his first release is insane. Abel was destined for greatness.