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10 Underrated Classics of Early 2000s Emo
In the first edition of our new recurring column on underrated classic albums, we look at 10 gems from early 2000s emo that we think deserve more love.
2002's best emo & post-hardcore albums, discussed and debated
We dive deeper into our recently-published list of the best emo & post-hardcore albums of 2002 with a podcast episode that dives into the making of the list, the albums on it, some albums that were left off, and more…
Northstar's 'Is This Thing Loaded?' turns 20 - a look back & interview with singer Nick Torres
We look back on Northstar’s 2002 emo classic ‘Is This Thing Loaded?’ and spoke to Nick Torres about the making of the album, the influences behind it, their connection to Taking Back Sunday, and more…
35 Best Emo & Post-Hardcore Albums of 2002
The emo floodgates opened in 2002. In honor of their 20th anniversaries, this edition of ‘In Defense of the Genre’ looks at the best emo and post-hardcore albums from that year.
Cassino releasing 'Bottlenecker' (stream "Alabama Song")
Nashville-via-Alabama’s Cassino — in case you aren’t familiar — are the folk rock band that was formed by Nick Torres and and Tyler Odom in the mid-2000s after the demise of their influential emo band Northstar (who had a noticeable impact on fellow Alabama native Adam Lazzara, aka the singer of Taking Back Sunday). The […]
Wu-Tang affiliated rapper Christ Bearer cut off his own penis (and then jumped off a building) (or so they say)
A rapper affiliated with Wu-Tang Clan was rushed to the hospital early Wednesday after he cut off his penis and then jumped off a second story balcony in what police believe was a suicide attempt …
