The Emo Social Club Podcast

Emo Social Club
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Brian and Lizzie discuss news and host interviews surrounding the emo subculture, addressing current topics and bands.

  1. Action/Adventure: Adrian's Exit, 'Ever After' & Warped Tour Rumors

    5H AGO

    Action/Adventure: Adrian's Exit, 'Ever After' & Warped Tour Rumors

    "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.

    50 min
  2. Cute Is What We Aim For: The Truth About Shaant & Failed Reunions

    3D AGO

    Cute Is What We Aim For: The Truth About Shaant & Failed Reunions

    "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.

    1h 26m
  3. Warped Tour 2026 Predictions & The Midwest Emo Theory

    FEB 24

    Warped Tour 2026 Predictions & The Midwest Emo Theory

    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.

    54 min
  4. Twenty One Pilots - Blurryface (Album Review)

    JAN 26

    Twenty One Pilots - Blurryface (Album Review)

    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/3YQKmKGau1PzlV9sRsech5 Artist 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.

    44 min
  5. Dustin Kensrue (Thrice) on Staying Together 25 Years, Artist In The Ambulance, and Their New Sound

    JAN 6

    Dustin Kensrue (Thrice) on Staying Together 25 Years, Artist In The Ambulance, and Their New Sound

    "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.

    32 min
  6. Senses Fail on Proudly Embracing the Emo Label & The Emo's Not Dead Cruise

    12/02/2025

    Senses Fail on Proudly Embracing the Emo Label & The Emo's Not Dead Cruise

    "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/467o5z7PYxbXFAGA0mvhAQ Instagram: 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.

    8 min
  7. Arrows In Action on Coping Through Music & Touring with Boys Like Girls

    11/28/2025

    Arrows In Action on Coping Through Music & Touring with Boys Like Girls

    "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 Intro 00:06 Warped Tour Memories 00:43 The Most Emo Song We're Listening To Guest/Band Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/467o5z7PYxbXFAGA0mvhAQ Instagram: 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.

    7 min
  8. Oxymorrons on Being Black in the Alternative Scene & Creating Independently

    11/27/2025

    Oxymorrons on Being Black in the Alternative Scene & Creating Independently

    "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 Intro 00:20 The Most Emo Song We're Listening To 01:18 What Makes Oxymorrons Emo? Guest/Band Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC74jCWaxaSUoBg-JwlBRThA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxymorrons/?hl=en Official 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.

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