The Emo Social Club Podcast

"Listen. If 9/11 didn't happen, we wouldn't have My Chemical Romance. We wouldn't have Twilight. We wouldn't have this entire Tumblr core era of girly pop."   We took the podcast to C2E2! In front of a live Chicago audience, we are unpacking the pipeline between My Chemical Romance, early 2000s pop-punk, and the comic book industry. Lizzie officially steps into her role as our resident Gerard Way historian to explain how The Umbrella Academy and The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys took the intricate, non-linear storytelling of MCR and translated it into graphic novels that spoke directly to scene kids. Plus, we talk about the bizarrely perfect era of 2000s superhero movie soundtracks, and yes, we actually connect 9/11 to the creation of My Chemical Romance and Twilight (we told you it was a live show).   What we cover on the panel: • Why The Umbrella Academy is essentially a family trauma story dressed as a superhero comic • Gerard Way’s transition from the Black Parade era into comic book writing • The emo lore behind Patrick Stump and Max Bemis entering the comic space • Why movies like Daredevil and Spider-Man had memorable scene soundtracks • The infamous 9/11 to MCR to Twilight domino effect"      "Is Umbrella Academy an emo comic book? I would argue yes. It's acknowledging family trauma and abandonment in a creative way that makes people draw that inwards, just like listening to My Chemical Romance or Paramore." "The Danger Days era was a vibrant, loud shift... having these big bright colors and being whimsical again. It's joy as an act of resistance." "There were a lot of artists and a lot of songs that I found specifically from comic book movies of the early 2000s because there was clearly some crossover of, like, well, if you like Spider-Man, you're gonna love Dashboard Confessional." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Well, you've been waiting this long for a white guy to explain a Mexican band to you. It's very upsetting for all involved." In this episode of the Make Me a Fan series, we're tackling one of the biggest blind spots in Lizzie's scene history: Pierce The Veil. While Brian was championing the band's "Mexicore" roots and heavy guitar work, Lizzie was busy dodging the 2010s Tumblr fangirl hype.   "In this episode of the Make Me a Fan series, we're tackling one of the biggest blind spots in Lizzie's scene history: Pierce The Veil. While Brian was championing the band's ""Mexicore"" roots and heavy guitar work, Lizzie was busy dodging the 2010s Tumblr fangirl hype and listening to Hollywood Undead instead.   Now that PTV is gearing up for their massive 2025 tour with Sleeping With Sirens, it's time for a proper retrospective. Brian tests Lizzie with five defining songs spanning from A Flair for the Dramatic to The Jaws of Life. We discuss Vic Fuentes' distinct vocals, the aggressive perfection of King For A Day, and whether the band's theatrical energy actually works for a first-time listener today.   Plus: The hilarious irony of a white guy enthusiastically explaining a Mexican-American band to a Mexican woman, and why the scene desperately needed non-white representation during the Warped Tour era.   Tracks Discussed In This Episode: • King For A Day • So Far So Fake • Besitos • Yeah Boy and Dollface • Bulletproof Love   "Well, you've been waiting this long for a white guy to explain a Mexican band to you. It's very upsetting for all involved." "I want my anxiety to make me feel like I'm constantly under attack. If I don't feel that I am always playing a DDR game, I don't know what to do with life." "Me always not listening to white men. More for me." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We do not look like the bands that we sound like, and we don't sound like the bands that we look like, which is what I'm kinda going for."   Lee Jennings of The Funeral Portrait boards the tour bus to talk active rock, the rising cost of touring, and the operational reality of paid VIPs.   Recorded live from their tour bus outside Allstate Arena, Lee Jennings of The Funeral Portrait joins Lizzie right before opening for I Prevail and Three Days Grace. Lee breaks down the band's aesthetic and sonic shift from 2010s scene core toward active rock, a move that recently culminated in a No. 1 Billboard Mainstream Rock hit for the band.  He details the importance of bringing theatricality back to heavy music with their "Devotion Ceremonies," drawing direct inspiration from early-2000s acts like My Chemical Romance and his love for Hawthorne Heights' Skeletons album.  The interview also tackles the harsh modern realities of being in a touring band. Lee provides a candid look at why the Warped Tour era of free meet-and-greets is over, explaining how paid VIP packages have become an operational necessity for bands facing skyrocketing merch cuts and travel costs.  Back in the studio, Brian and Lizzie debate the cultural weight of "divorced dad rock" in relation to Three Days Grace, and recap the talking points for their upcoming panel exploring emo and comic book history at C2E2.      "I think so much of it is our worlds are now meshing. Getting to form our own way has been really cool because I love being theatrical. I grew up being a theater kid, so of course it's gonna shine no matter what." "We grew up going to Warped Tour and standing in line and meeting our favorite bands for free. There was never a paid wall... Now I'm charging for VIP, and it's hard because paid VIP pays for us to actually be on tour because it is so much more expensive to be on tour now than it ever has been." "Those are the bands I grew up listening to... I loved lore-driven bands, and I think that's something that I really wanted to focus on. I want my own version of that."   JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"You're on stage. You're playing shows. You're going on tours, and they're like, you haven't paid your dues. It's like, I'm doing it right now. This is the dues."   Drop Dead, Gorgeous is back. After a 15-year hiatus, frontman Daniel "Stills" Stillman joins Brian and Lizzie to talk about their highly anticipated return, dropping the new EP Sink Your Teeth, and gearing up for Warped Tour.   Stills takes us back to 2006, explaining the raw, meticulous production behind In Vogue and what it was actually like blowing up on Myspace as teenagers. We talk about the very real pushback they got from traditional hardcore bands for wearing tight pants, why they skipped the "paying your dues" phase, and a wild story about a lost Skrillex remix that never saw the light of day. We also get into the current state of songwriting and the uncomfortable reality of AI tools pushing pop artists to either innovate or be replaced. "We were in that phase of wearing tight jeans, girl pants... we were kind of in a heavier scene, and so there was still hardcore bands that weren't really into that at all. We got a lot of pushback and hate because of that." "AI highlighted to me how formulated pop music actually is. And I think what it's forcing actual big pop artists to do now is to push the boundaries and mix it up more, because if they don't, they will be replaced by AI." "You're on stage, you're playing shows, you're going on tours, and they're like, you haven't paid your dues. It's like, I'm doing it right now. This is the dues. I'm here today to do that." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I've been in bands with Adrian for the last 22 years, my entire adult life. It's crazy to think that I'm not gonna be able to do this with him, but I'm very proud of him for making the decision that he needed to make for himself."   Brompton from Action/Adventure stops by to chat about the band's upcoming headlining show at Bottom Lounge and the intense creative process behind their new record, 'Ever After'. The crew also discusses drummer Adrian leaving the band and shares thoughts on the current state of festival culture.   Action/Adventure just went through the hardest six months of their career. Brompton joins the club to talk shit, clear the air, and unpack the intense creative process behind their upcoming record, 'Ever After'. We get into what it was like writing under extreme pressure, crying in vocal booths, and locking into the studio with Alan Day of Four Year Strong. Brompton also opens up about the bittersweet departure of longtime drummer Adrian, making their upcoming March 13 Bottom Lounge record release show alongside Rematch, Rarity, and Mimi At The Altar an emotional final performance. Plus, we discuss the current state of scene festivals. With When We Were Young heavily pivoting toward legacy acts, does the scene actually need the return of Warped Tour?      "We wrote it pretty much all together... it was probably like the hardest six months of our career as a band, really put us through the wringer, but I'm super proud of it." "I'm just happy that he's making what he feels like is the best decision for him. And obviously, it's just all love and support." "I always kind of viewed When We Were Young as more of a legacy band thing... and Warped is more of a nostalgia thing, but they do have their finger more on the pulse of where the scene is going." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"If Paramore and Cute Is What We Aim For only released one album, I think Cute Is What We Aim For would have gone down as a more popular band." Fred Cimato joins the podcast to set the record straight on the legacy of Cute Is What We Aim For. He discusses the "indefensible" behavior of frontman Shaant Hacikyan, the stalled 2026 reunion plans, and why he hated recording 'Rotation' with John Feldmann.   Fred Cimato is finally talking. After blowing up on TikTok with the real story behind Cute Is What We Aim For, the founding bassist joins us to set the record straight on one of the most chaotic bands in Fueled By Ramen history. He opens up about the "indefensible" behavior of frontman Shaant Hacikyan, why the 2026 reunion tour is stalled, and the painful reality of watching their labelmates Paramore become superstars while his band imploded. Fred also details the disaster of recording 'Rotation' with John Feldmann ("a dog sh*t record"), why 'The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch' was a bigger debut than anyone admits, and the secrets behind "Curse of Curves."    "Nobody has more reason to hate that guy than I do. Nobody... But, like, a lot of people have it wrong, and people add stuff onto him that he doesn't deserve." "I thought that Feldman was a terrible producer. I thought he was the worst guy ever for the job... I thought we were making a dog s*** record." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I think that a lot of people argue about what emo is because they're trying to protect their own identity as part of it.   The Emo Social Club debuts on Idobi Radio! Brian and Lizzie discuss the Warped Tour 2026 lineup announcements and the reality of festival budgets. Brian argues that while fans want My Chemical Romance, the price tag might be impossible for the tour to sustain.   The Emo Social Club has officially moved to Idobi Radio! For our debut episode, we look at the only news that matters right now: The Warped Tour 2026 lineup announcements. Brian and Lizzie debate which heavy hitters are likely to take the main stage—from the return of Fall Out Boy to the potential for a Bring Me The Horizon headline slot. Brian argues that while fans want My Chemical Romance, the price tag might be impossible for the tour to sustain. Plus, we tackle the internet’s favorite argument: Gatekeeping. We look back at being "called emo" in 2005 vs. 2026, and why the term "Midwest Emo" might just be a weather pattern rather than a genre. Whether you were in the pit in 2005 or discovered the scene on TikTok, this episode covers the past, present, and future of pop punk.   "I think that a lot of people argue about what emo is because they're trying to protect their own identity as part of it." "I think what happens in the Midwest is generally more influential on emo music than what happens on the coasts." "Realistically, I'm like, Warped Tour cannot afford My Chemical Romance. That is millions of dollars." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And then it's, like, the coolest thing you've ever f***ing heard.Brian and Lizzie dive into the cultural impact and musical complexity of Twenty One Pilots' 2015 masterpiece, Blurryface. They explore the album's guerrilla marketing leak, its consortium of A-list producers, and its lasting influence on the pop landscape.    Was Blurryface the biggest record to emerge from the 2010s emo scene? Brian and Lizzie investigate the monumental impact of Twenty One Pilots' 2015 genre-defying album. They discuss the duo's Ohio roots, their place in Fueled by Ramen's emo history, and the album's unique production, which brought together producers from hip hop, pop, and indie rock. The hosts explore the strategic album leak, the creation of the 'Blurryface' character to personify insecurity and mental health struggles, and how the record smuggled alternative art into the mainstream. Featuring in-depth analysis of landmark tracks like the billion-stream hit "Stressed Out," the reggae-infused "Ride," and the fan-favorite "Tear In My Heart," this episode debates whether the album's pop punk adjacency and massive success cement its place as one of the best emo albums of all time.    "This is very much a radio sounding record, although the music and the songwriting is not super radio friendly.""By wrapping a high concept album about depression and insecurity in glossy pop production, Twenty One Pilots smuggled alternative art into the mainstream.""I wasn't raised in the hood, but I know a thing or two about pain and darkness. And it's like, I don't think that you need to say that in a rap song."  Artist Website: https://www.twentyonepilots.com/Artist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twentyonepilots/Artist Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3YQKmKGau1PzlV9sRsech5Artist Tour Page: https://www.twentyonepilots.com/tour JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We've always had the same kind of values in why we're doing this. That alignment, I think, helps the steadiness and longevity... The music comes first. Music is about itself. It's not, at least primarily a means to make a living."    Dustin Kensrue of Thrice on the shared values that have kept the band's lineup intact for 25 years. He discusses their unique writing process using Asana and 400+ voice memos, and how re-recording a classic album influenced their new sound.    For over two decades, Thrice has been a constant—a pillar of the post-hardcore scene that has not only evolved with each album but has kept its original four members intact. We’re joined by frontman Dustin Kensrue to discuss how they’ve managed one of the most incredible feats in rock music: staying together. Dustin details the band's practical creative process, revealing how they use project management tools like Asana to organize hundreds of voice memos into the powerful songs fans know and love. He also explains how revisiting their classic album *The Artist in the Ambulance* allowed them to reconnect with old instincts in a fresh way, directly influencing their new material. This is a conversation about legacy, integrity, and what it takes to put the music first, always."We've always had the same kind of values in why we're doing this. And that alignment, I think, helps the steadiness and longevity... The music comes first.""I have no idea how we would write a song to work on TikTok... it's just not on our minds. There's enough juice flowing... the hardest thing is narrowing down what ideas we wanna chase because there's so many.""Doing both of those [re-recordings] was a process of kind of reintegrating a lot of old instincts and ways of thinking... those instincts can be reappropriated by us in a fresh way, that feels authentic and organic and not forced." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I think we're one of the first bands that wasn't afraid of being called emo. We didn't try to tell people not to call us emo. We were actually trying to be an emo band."We're live at Warped Tour Orlando with Buddy from Senses Fail! He dives into why the band always embraced being called emo and their early days on Drive-Thru Records, while also detailing their three unique sets for the Emo's Not Dead cruise.Live from Warped Tour Orlando, we sit down with the legendary Buddy Nielsen of Senses Fail. Buddy reflects on the band's unique place in emo history, sharing why they were one of the few bands to proudly embrace the 'emo' title from the very beginning. He discusses their roots on the iconic pop punk label Drive-Thru Records and how influences like Finch and Jimmy Eat World shaped their sound. Looking ahead, Buddy gives us an exclusive preview of their ambitious plans for the Emo's Not Dead cruise, which includes three distinct sets: a jazz band called Martini Kiss, a set of their greatest hits, and a hardcore performance. Tune in for a deep dive into the legacy and future of one of the scene's most important bands.HIGHLIGHTS:"I think we're one of the first bands that wasn't afraid of being called emo. We didn't try to tell people not to call us emo. We were actually trying to be an emo band.""All emo is real emo. Even the industry plan emos... There's a discussion to be had about what is good. But I think everybody should be allowed to throw their name in the hat.""If you influenced an emo band, you might be emo, whether you like it or not. Jimmy Eat World, emo, huge influence on on me personally."Guest/Band Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/467o5z7PYxbXFAGA0mvhAQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensesfail/Official Website: https://www.sensesfail.com/Tour Page: https://sensesfail.com/pages/tour JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We're not afraid of our coping mechanisms. And we're not afraid to be, shamelessly happy or shamelessly sad."We caught up with Arrows In Action at Warped Tour in their home state of Florida. The band discusses what makes them emo, the power of coping with humor, and the influence of the Warped Tour scene on their sound. They also share their excitement for their dream tour with Boys Like Girls.Live from Warped Tour Orlando, we sit down with Florida's own Arrows In Action. Coming full circle from attending the festival as kids to playing it themselves, the band reflects on the vibrant Florida pop punk scene and its place in emo history. They dive deep into what makes their music "emo," describing it as a state of mind built on coping mechanisms and the freedom to be shamelessly happy or sad. The band discusses how they blend humor with sincerity, touring with The Home Team, and how their sound fits into the diverse landscape of the modern scene. Plus, they share the incredible news of their upcoming dream tour supporting one of their biggest influences, Boys Like Girls, a milestone moment for the rising act.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro00:06 Warped Tour Memories00:43 The Most Emo Song We're Listening ToGuest/Band Links:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/467o5z7PYxbXFAGA0mvhAQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arrowsinaction/Official Website: https://arrowsinaction.com/ JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I think all black and brown people across all industries and fields know that we always have to work 10 times harder to be met in the middle."We're joined by rap rock pioneers Oxymorrons at Warped Tour. They get real about the challenges and pride of being Black artists in the alternative rock scene. The band also shares the creative freedom behind their latest independent album cycle._________________________________________________Live from Warped Tour, we sit down with the incomparable Oxymorrons. Hailing from Queens, NY, the band has consistently challenged the boundaries of the alternative scene by blending hip hop, rock, and punk into a sound that is uniquely their own. In this raw and honest conversation, they discuss the realities of being Black artists in a predominantly white space, touching on the concept that they must work ten times harder just to be met in the middle. They share powerful anecdotes about the pride they see in fans of color at shows, reinforcing why representation is more than just a buzzword. We also dive into the creative cycle behind their latest independent project, "create, destroy, rebuild, repeat," and what it means to make art without the pressures of commerce. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolution of the pop punk and emo history and the artists pushing it forward.Chapters:00:00 Intro00:20 The Most Emo Song We're Listening To01:18 What Makes Oxymorrons Emo?Guest/Band Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC74jCWaxaSUoBg-JwlBRThAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxymorrons/?hl=enOfficial Website: https://oxymorrons.store/?srsltid=AfmBOopA7hsxp2ZkHkV9VwG0Ge19r6RPwgnKEkH79Qqas8DluzoECnQ9 JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Emo Social Club as we chat with Travis from Girlfriends about their record 'There Goes the Neighborhood,' nostalgic youth experiences, and the true meaning of emo in today's music scene. Discover how the band finds light at the end of the tunnel.Chapters:00:00 Intro: Girlfriends & Emo Night01:05 Girlfriends' New Album: There Goes the Neighborhood03:40 UK/Europe Tour with Kenny Hoopla & Warped Tour MagicGuest/Band Links:Spotify: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlfriends/?hl=enOfficial Website: https://girlfriendsxo.com/ JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Emo Social Club for an insightful chat with Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley as he shares the journey behind his clothing brand, Walking Disaster, his creative philosophy, and what makes music truly emotional, all from Warped Tour.Chapters:00:00 Launching Walking Disaster: From Socks to Full Brand02:00 Deryck Whibley on Defining Emo Music04:00 Life & Creative Philosophy: Just Try StuffGuest/Band Links:Spotify: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkingdisaster/Official Website: https://walkingdisaster.com/ JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're a collective from a bunch of like outcast scenes that are like working together and now become a part of another scene that is accepting of all sorts of different kinds of music".We talk with the incredibly popular band The Home Team (known for hits like "Loud" and "Walk This World With Me") while at Vans Warped Tour. The band shares their thoughts on the collective, accepting nature of the Warped Tour scene, which they see as a place for all different types of bands. We get into their eclectic musical taste, which blends heavy riffs, pop-punk roots (like their enduring love for Fall Out Boy), and modern R&B influences, which they affectionately call "Sexy Rock". Finally, the band discusses the importance of giving back to the local DIY scene by offering opening slots, paying forward the opportunities they once received.Key Topics & Timestamps:The Home Team's incredible popularity and Warped Tour ExperienceThe most emo song the band is listening to right now (sad R&B and Fall Out Boy)Why The Home Team prioritizes local bands as openers on their sold-out tourThe importance of "paying it forward" in the scene (Shoutout to Skye from Issues)What makes The Home Team "emo" and embracing the outcast collectiveBlending brooding, emotional songs ("Walk This World With Me," "Somebody Else's Face") with heavy metal and R&B influencesDefining their sound as "Sexy Rock" and the influence of Justin TimberlakeWhere to find tickets for the few dates that still have availabilityGuest/Band Links:Spotify: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehometeam/?hl=enOfficial Website: https://thrillerrecords.com/pages/the-home-teamTour Dates: https://www.thehometeammerch.com/pages/tour-1Episode Highlights:"We really want now that we're in this position to give people opportunity, even though all the shows are already sold out, like we don't need need more support.""You see a band doing something really cool and you want them to succeed. Help them out. If you can reach down and pull them up with you. Yeah. It's beautiful.""The thing that would make us the most emo in this case would definitely be the more brooding songs... Walk This World with me is one of my favorite songs we've ever written, and it's a ballad.""I grew up listening to a lot of R&B music and a lot of R&B music is very sexy. So I mean, it's really just a manifestation of the same of the influences that I took on musically."__________________________________JOIN THE CLUB!Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtubeInstagram: https://emosocial.club/instagramTikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktokTwitch: https://emosocialclub.tvDiscord: https://emosocial.club/discordFacebook: https://emosocial.club/facebookTwitter: https://emosocial.club/twitterSupport the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I really love instrumentation and production and lyrics and... giving people a feeling that they can relate to." Joining us from the seclusion of the Artist Lounge at Vans Warped Tour in Orlando, Huddy breaks down what it means to be an artist in the modern alternative scene. While often associated with the new wave of pop-punk, this conversation dives deep into the music history and influences that shape his sound—specifically his current obsession with heavy hitters like I Prevail and the "violent nature" of their tracks.We explore the "spirit of emo," moving past the aesthetic to focus on the raw instrumentation and relatable lyrics that defined the genre's history. Huddy opens up about festival anxiety, the frustration of set-time conflicts, and the sonic evolution behind his new single, "Burn the Ballroom Down." Whether you are a nostalgic millennial or discovering the scene today, this episode connects the dots between personal growth and the changing landscape of alternative music. Key Topics & Timestamps:Introduction: Soaking in the weather at Vans Warped Tour OrlandoDealing with festival anxiety and watching from the Artist LoungeCurrent heavy rotation: Discovering I Prevail and "Violent Nature"The Artist’s Dilemma: Playing a set while your favorite band is on stageDefining the Genre: Why Huddy believes emo is a spirit, not a lookThe story behind the new single "Burn the Ballroom Down"Pivoting to a more mature, alternative soundNew influences: The Marias, Scouse rap, and Tame Impala Guest/Band Links:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/huddyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/huddyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huddyOfficial Website: https://www.huddyMusic.com Episode Highlights:"It's not fair. But at the same time, it's just artist problems, you know? You know, just girly things.""I discovered the Marias this year... and I really f***ing love them.""It's about the message... how you put it and what you stand for." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"You ever been beaten down by life after 30 years? ... That's the genesis of Slow Joy. It's just emotionally driven lyrics and things that make sense really loud."In this episode, we sit down with Esteban from Slow Joy at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago to discuss the reality of tour life and the release of his deluxe record, A Joy Even Slower. Bridging the gap between the Myspace era and today's alternative waves, Esteban breaks down how growing up in the Dallas music scene influenced his unique sound—a mix of "hot and sludgy" shoegaze and anthem-heavy emo.We explore his deep love for Taking Back Sunday (specifically the Louder Now era) and the cinematic history of the "The Ghost of You" music video. Esteban also opens up about his vocal evolution, moving from trying to emulate Midwest emo tappies to channeling the raw power of Joe Talbot from Idles and Citizen. Whether you are a nostalgic millennial or an emo revivalist, this conversation connects the history of the genre to its exciting future. Key Topics & Timestamps:Introduction: The reality of tour life and the "Venn Diagram" of sleep vs. foodThe Emo Check: Why Taking Back Sunday's "Makedamnsure" is the perfect songFun Fact: How the director of "The Ghost of You" went on to direct Spider-ManDefining the Slow Joy sound: "Life beating you down"Deep dive into the deluxe album A Joy Even Slower and Modest Mouse influencesTouring with The Academy Is... and the kindness of 2000s legendsThe Texas Scene Report: Dallas, Denton, and the "sludgy" shoegaze soundVocal techniques: Channeling Idles and Citizen vs. Midwest Emo math rockWhere to find Slow Joy online Guest/Band Links:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/SlowJoyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/slowjoy.officialOfficial Website: https://www.slowjoymusic.com/ Episode Highlights:"I'm not cool enough to do the shoegaze thing. So I just kind of live in a world where you sing like these bright, cool melodies and then do that melodic rock stuff.""I'm just gonna do my best Joe Talbot impression... that 'tough guy' voice thing that I do. Everybody is like, 'Oh, that's like Citizen.' And I was like, 'No, I'm actually just trying to do Joe [from Idles].'""You can do two things half-a**ed... or I'm gonna do one thing at a time. Especially when you get into those punky, newer tracks." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We have this phrase called Þetta reddast, which we say a lot, and it's just like the things will work out somehow. And I think that describes it quite well."We're live from Reykjavik for the Iceland Airwaves festival! Brian sits down with Icelandic experimental pop artist Lúpína to discuss the vibrant and creative local music scene. Lúpína shares why singing in her native Icelandic language feels so special and how her music, while not strictly "emo," is built entirely around emotion. She describes the unique DIY culture of Reykjavik , where gigs happen in record stores and bookshops , all driven by the national mentality of "Þetta reddast" (things will work out). We also discuss her use of vocal effects , her collaboration with Dadi Freyr , and why Icelandic music has such a unique, spacious, and electronic sound. Key Topics & Timestamps:[00:25] The most emo song Lúpína is listening to (Highasakite)[01:53] The special feeling of singing in Icelandic[02:53] The Reykjavik DIY Scene & "Þetta reddast"[04:51] Defining the Lúpína sound (Experimental Pop)[05:16] Why Icelandic music has so much "space"[07:03] Collaborating with Dottie Frere[08:15] Why is there so much talent in Iceland?[08:53] Where to find Lúpína Guest/Band Links:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2WBanXfuVc8n09WZIwhGGc?si=YiETkPVDRNagWrb1j1EFiQ&nd=1&dlsi=8d47dbe1c9ee4f7a Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lupina.is/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eg.er.lupina/Official Website: https://lupinamusic.com/ Episode Highlights:"I wouldn't categorize my music as emo, but it all comes from emotions and it's all built around emotions.""I feel like there's something about singing in your native language that's just really special.""We have this phrase called Þetta reddast... it's just like the things will work out somehow." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We have literally... been had a wake up call." Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath gets brutally honest about why the band can no longer ignore TikTok and social media.What does "emo" even mean? We're live on the tour bus with Spencer Chamberlain and Chris Dudley of Underoath to figure it out. We dive deep into the 20th anniversary of their foundational album, They're Only Chasing Safety , and how its success paved the way for their entire career.The band reflects on their early "hardcore band" roots , their complicated "Christian rock" label , and how old-school emo influences like Jimmy Eat World shaped their sound.More importantly, we connect that history to the present day. Spencer and Chris share a major "wake up call" about the music industry , giving candid advice to new bands on why TikTok and social media are no longer optional , and why the era of "mystery in rock n roll" is over. This is a must-listen for anyone who grew up with the band and any new artist trying to navigate the modern scene. Key Topics & Timestamps:[00:00:00] Welcome Spencer & Chris of Underoath[00:00:14] What is the most "emo" song you're listening to right now?[00:02:56] The influence of bands like Jimmy Eat World[00:05:05] Reflecting on 20 years of They're Only Chasing Safety[00:05:55] How Chasing Safety enabled the band's future[00:07:52] Thinking about new music: Getting in a room with "no electronics"[00:09:00] The importance of "creative limits" in art[00:11:24] How Underoath decides on a "sound" for a new record[00:14:44] Does the "scene" (like Knocked Loose) influence their writing?[00:16:00] "If you follow what's popular, you're always five years too late."[00:22:13] Honest advice for new artists in 2025[00:23:02] Chris: "Advice... based on our experience... is not valid anymore."[00:24:52] Spencer: Why record labels require a TikTok presence now[00:26:58] The "wake up call" that changed their view on social media[00:27:28] "Mystery in Rock n Roll was sick... You can't."[00:29:05] You don't have to be an artist or a content creator; you can be both[00:31:45] Reflecting on the "Christian Rock" label[00:34:03] The Flyleaf TikTok revival[00:35:00] Upcoming tour dates (UK, Emo's Not Dead Cruise)  Guest/Band Links:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/31R61sOfP4C2D80NCSOundInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/underoathband/Official Website: https://www.underoath777.com/Tour Dates: https://www.underoath777.com/pages/tour Episode Highlights:"I look at it more as... the fact that people connected with that record so much made it to where we could do everything after.""I am not going to be... we have a band coming on tour with us. The singer's got a million followers, can't sell 100 tickets... We can sell out every room in America. Why does it f***ing matter?""[Labels said] it has to be popular on TikTok first... We have literally... been had a wake up call." JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I don't think people think of us when they think of emo. Probably we covered 'Mamma Mia' by ABBA today. That was emo. Yeah."Join the "Meeting of the Brians" as we sit down with Brian Logan Dales of The Summer Set right after their set at the When We Were Young festival. Despite playing an acoustic show in Tucson and driving through the night to make it, Dales brings his trademark high energy. We discuss the band's sometimes-contested place in emo history, with Brian admitting they see themselves as an attitude-driven pop-rock band with "one foot in, one foot out." He gives a look behind the scenes of their latest album, Meet Me In The Record Store, a passion project five years in the making that they treated like their "first album all over again". This latest work reflects what The Summer Set sounds like as an adult band, writing about everything from girls to existential crises. Dales talks about the process of letting the songs "fine wine" as demos for years , and how they balanced the setlist at the nostalgia festival between fan-favorite older songs and the new material. Find out which song Dales played on an overnight drive, and hear about the time he mistakenly played a Puddle of Mudd cover at Emo Nitet. The The Summer Set is back, on tour, and ready for fans to see them anytimeBand Links:Spotify: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesummerset/?hl=enOfficial Website: https://www.thesummerset.com/Tour Dates: https://www.thesummerset.com/tourTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction and catching up with Brian Logan Dales of The Summer Set [00:24] The most emo song Brian was listening to recently (Jack's Mannequin) [01:10] What makes The Summer Set "emo" or not and the pop-rock identity [02:15] The adult themes and five-year process behind the album Meet Me In The Record Store[03:22] Balancing old songs, new songs, and covers at a nostalgia festival [04:24] Emo Nite, setlist decisions, and the infamous "She Hates Me" incidentJOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube  Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram  TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv  Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord  Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook  Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitterSupport the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. JOIN THE CLUB! Youtube: https://emosocial.club/youtube Instagram: https://emosocial.club/instagram TikTok: https://emosocial.club/tiktok Twitch: https://emosocialclub.tv Discord: https://emosocial.club/discord Facebook: https://emosocial.club/facebook Twitter: https://emosocial.club/twitter Support the Show:Leave a review on Apple Podcasts/SpotifyShare this episode with a friend who needs to hear itSupport us and watch exclusive episodes: https://emosocialclub.tvIt was never just a phase. We connect the Myspace era to today's waves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.