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NVM, ILY on Distractions, Representation, and Mexican American Blue – Interview
NVM, ILY Talks Mexican American Blue, Identity & Representation – Interview


New Music Friday: Fresh Faves of the Week - June 5th, 2026 – What Songs Came Out This Week? (Find New Releases)
FRESH FAVES June 5th: What Songs Came Out This Week? From August Burns Red to Kami Kehoe, we have all of your elder emo and alternative music needs. NEW RELEASES


Spin & Tell: Endswell Shares Their Playlist Picks Ahead of New Single 'Frame Your Face' on June 5th
Ahead of the June 5 release of 'Frame Your Face,' Endswell reveals their favorite tracks, influences, and unexpected playlist picks in this exclusive Spin & Tell interview.


TOP8 Scene EXCLUSIVE: NVM, ILY – ‘Distractions’ EARLY LISTEN + ‘Mexican American Blue’ Tracklist
NVM, ILY is back with 'Distractions' on June 5th, but you can listen early right here. PLUS the official 'Mexican American Blue' tracklist is here, EP out Sept 9th


New Music Friday: Fresh Faves of the Week - May 29th, 2026 – What Songs Came Out This Week? (Find New Releases)
FRESH FAVES MAY 29TH: What Songs Came Out This Week? From Kennedy Von Kat to Escape The Fate, we have all of your elder emo and alternative music needs. NEW RELEASES


Boys Like Girls Announce The Soundtrack Of Your Summer Fest With Stacked Pop-Punk Lineup
Boston’s getting the ultimate throwback night this summer as Boys Like Girls headline The Soundtrack Of Your Summer Fest 2026 at Leader Bank Pavilion on Aug. 29.


New Music Friday: Fresh Faves of the Week - May 22nd, 2026 – What Songs Came Out This Week? (New Releases)
FRESH FAVES MAY 22ND: What Songs Came Out This Week? From FILM to Sleeping With Sirens, we have all of your elder emo and alternative music needs. NEW RELEASES


TOP8 Picks: Halogens Break Down the Songs You Need to Hear – Interview
From emo anthems to emotional deep cuts, Halogens guide listeners through the TOP8 tracks that best represent the band.


Fox Thoughts Tap Into Run For Cover-Era Emo on “Demo 2026”
From “Hello Mexico” to “Saco Boys Have No Class,” Sparks The Rescue delivered a chaotic, nostalgic, and heartfelt sold-out show in Philadelphia.


Hit The Lights Deliver the Ultimate Anniversary Set in Asbury Park
From “100 Times” to “Bodybag,” Hit The Lights delivered one of the most fun and nostalgic pop-punk shows of the year.


“Be Excellent To Each Other”: Sparks The Rescue Turn Philly Into a Pop-Punk Time Capsule – Recap
From “Hello Mexico” to “Saco Boys Have No Class,” Sparks The Rescue delivered a chaotic, nostalgic, and heartfelt sold-out show in Philadelphia.


JUST ANNOUNCED: Blue October Adds New Foiled 20th Anniversary World Tour Dates
just announced: Blue October 20th Anniversary Tour 2026/2027 : DATES INSIDE


A Look Back at 15 Years of Halogens: Interview + Show Recap.
A night that pulled every era of Halogens into one room. Deep cuts, special guests, and a packed Asbury Park crowd. Interview.


New Music Friday: Fresh Faves of the Week - May 15th, 2026 (New Releases This Week)
TOP8 Scene rounds up the week’s standout releases featuring Ray Hawthorne, Casket Cassette, MADiSON ViOLETT, Holding Absence and more. Looking for new alternative music? FRESH FAVES rounds up the best new emo, pop-punk, post-hardcore, and alt releases worth spinning every Friday.


MADiSON ViOLETT + Kellin Quinn Drop “BLEED FOR ME.” – New Music Alert.
MADiSON ViOLETT returns with “BLEED FOR ME,” featuring Kellin Quinn — loud, emotional, and built for repeat spins.


Puppets, Pop-Punk & Burning New Jersey Down: An Interview With Ray Hawthorne PLUS his TOP8 orders at The Cheesecake Factory.
From Wawa parking lot energy to emotional recklessness, Ray Hawthorne opens up about “Burn New Jersey Down,” nostalgia, and being unapologetically himself.


NEW MUSIC ALERT: Breaking Benjamin – Something Wicked
Breaking Benjamin are officially back with “Something Wicked,” their first new single ahead of their upcoming seventh studio album.


Savage Hands and Of Virtue Announce Co-Headliner: The Art Of Love And Power Tour
just announced: Savage Hands and Of Virtue co-headlining tour: DATES INSIDE


New Music Friday: Our Fresh Faves of the Week - May 8th, 2026 (New Releases This Week)
Looking for new alternative music? FRESH FAVES rounds up the best new emo, pop-punk, post-hardcore, and alt releases worth spinning every Friday.


Northlane Crushes The Pale Moonlight Tour With One of the Night’s Strongest Sets
Australian metalcore heavyweights Northlane delivered one of the most unforgettable performances of the night on Dayseeker’s Pale Moonlight Tour. Tour dates and setlist inside.
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