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

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

Author: Emo Social Club December 2, 2025 Duration: 7:42
Senses Fail's Buddy Nielsen reflects on the band's history of proudly embracing the emo label from their Drive-Thru Records days and looks ahead to their ambitious plans for the Emo's Not Dead cruise.

There's a particular energy that comes from a conversation between friends who share a deep, genuine passion. That's the feeling at the heart of The Emo Social Club Podcast. Hosted by Brian and Lizzie, each episode feels less like a formal broadcast and more like pulling up a chair in a familiar basement or a corner booth at a diner, where the talk inevitably turns to the music and community that matters. While interviews with artists and figures within the scene are a key part of the mix, they flow naturally from broader discussions. You'll hear them dissect the latest news affecting the subculture, debate emerging bands, and revisit the legacy of iconic groups, all with the warmth and inside knowledge of longtime participants. This isn't just reporting; it's an ongoing dialogue about what keeps the emotional core of this music alive and evolving. For anyone who finds identity and connection in these sounds and stories, this podcast offers a regular, welcoming check-in. The Emo Social Club, through Brian and Lizzie's easy rapport, creates a space where the past, present, and future of emo are examined not as artifacts, but as a living, breathing conversation.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Yours Truly Talks 'Toxic' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:12
Mikala Delgado of Yours Truly joins us on the pod to talk about their new album 'Toxic,' their upcoming tour with Enter Shikari and You Me At Six, fan culture and more.
Pitchfork Fest Recap | EMO SOCIAL VLOG [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:56
The Emo Social Club went to Pitchfork Music Fest last weekend. We saw some rad bands, homies, and we have a little recap about the festival.
Thursday's 'Full Collapse' | WWWYF Album Reaction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:54
This week we bring you our audio version of our reaction to Thursday's Full Collapse. This is a part of our When We Were Young Album Review series - you can check out this + our other videos over on our YouTube channel.
Northbound Talks 'Juniper' [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:25
We talk with Jonathon of Northbound about his musical inspo, his upcoming LP, Juniper and more.
Anberlin Brings 20 Years Of Tears [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:42
Anberlin took time to chat with us during their Chicago stop of the 20 Years of Tears tour with Hawthrone Heights. We chat about their new touring vocalist, Matty Mullins, what emo songs they're listening to right now, t…
Marina City's Ryan Argast Is So Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:05
Chicago's own Marina City hop on the pod to talk about their latest single, "I'm So Broke," their upcoming shows, Ryan's recent stint on The Voice and more.
Mayday Parade Are Ready For Sad Summer Fest [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:09
Sad Summer Fest kicks off this Thursday! And we sit down to chat with Alex Garcia of Mayday Parade about the fest, what it's like curating the lineup, what else the band is cookin' up and more.
Alesana's 'The Emptiness' Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:06
We're listening and reviewing every album that will be played at When We Were Young Fest this year. This week, we feature our take on Alesana's The Emptiness.
idobi Summer School Is Ringing In The New Scene Class [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:21
idobi Summer School is about to start! And we pay attention while chatting with founders Eric Tobin of Hopeless Records and Mike Kaminski of KMGMT about their brainchild fest. We talk about the need for more awareness fo…
Winona Fighter Isn't In The Market To Please [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:56
We talk with Winona Fighter during their run with Bayside at the House of Blues in Chicago. We discuss their recent singles, what to expect for an album, the DIY spirit and more.