Today we’re talking about one of the most unique bands to ever hit the emo and pop-punk scene—Yellowcard.

They weren’t just another Warped Tour staple. They brought something different to the table: a violin. And not just as a gimmick, but as a centerpiece of their sound. From Ocean Avenue’s massive success to messy internal conflicts, a heartbreaking breakup, and ultimately, a triumphant reunion—this is the full story of Yellowcard.

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo.

Today we’re tackling one of the biggest, most controversial, and most influential punk rock bands of all time. A band that took scrappy East Bay punk roots and turned it into arena-filling, Grammy-winning anthems: Green Day.

Now, I know what you might be thinking—Green Day, emo? Well, not exactly. But their influence runs deep through the 2000s scene that fueled emo, pop-punk, and alternative culture. From basement shows at Gilman Street to American Idiot on Broadway, Green Day’s journey is a wild ride, full of reinvention, controversy, and fan devotion.

So today, we’ll trace the band’s history, their biggest career moments, some of the drama along the way, and the ways their fans have carried them from 1987 all the way to now.

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today’s episode is a full recap of My Chemical Romance’s Long Live the Black Parade Tour on August 15 20, 2025 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

I’ll share what happened logistically with the venue and merch, the set and all the special moments, B stage setlist, and my overall experience of the show. 

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today we’re diving into the return of The Black Parade from My Chemical Romance with the Long Live 2025 tour.

And we are joined by Frannie, Franniestein, the Emo Fridge Girl - icon in the MCR fanbase. Frannie shares her own history as an MCR fan, some of the lore behind the Black Parade and now Long Live, parts of the tour so far and theories around their meanings, and so much more! 

Lisa’s video breaking down the wheat and possible tribute to Bob: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6Sp3VhW/

Trevor’s video breaking down the clown: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6SsRVs8/

Resources from Frannie, including lore breakdowns, fan projects, Black Parade booklet scans, and the in-progress PowerPoint: https://linktr.ee/Franniestein

Connect with Frannie on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@franniestein?_t=ZT-8yTARx0TAZT&_r=1

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today we’re unpacking one of the most beloved, theatrical, and mythologized bands of the emo movement—My Chemical Romance.

From apocalyptic concept albums and comic book aesthetics to a fandom that turned heartbreak into art, MCR wasn’t just a band—they were a lifeline. Today, we’re telling their full story, album by album, era by era… with fan theories, lore, and the return of The Black Parade in 2025.

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today’s episode is a full recap of Dashboard Confessional opening for Goo Goo Dolls on their Summer Anthem Tour on July 20, 2025 at Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville, TN.

I’ll share my experience with the venue, the set compared to past sets I’ve seen from them, and the overall vibe of the crowd. 

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today we’re kicking off a high-energy deep dive into pop punk, the genre that lived between rebellion and radio, mosh pits and mall tours. We’re tracing how pop punk evolved from underground punk scenes to MTV stardom, where it crossed into emo, and how it’s still thriving today in a new generation of artists.

And we’ll explore the headlines, interviews, and cultural moments that defined each wave — because pop punk wasn’t just a sound. It was a statement.

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today, we’re flipping the script and turning the spotlight on the women of emo.

Yes—women have always been part of emo. Not just as fans, not just in the crowd or running your favorite Tumblr page, but as vocalists, instrumentalists, trendsetters, and truth-tellers in a genre that hasn’t always made space for them.

Today we’re talking about the frontwomen, the fighters, and the fans who shaped the scene—and how their presence continues to challenge the male-dominated emo and pop punk legacy.

Enjoy our Women of Emo Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6zrpuNYOOCd5AvuF0AGjzd?si=ffe7557f961b4ab8

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today…we’re going all the way to Ohio. That’s right—we're talking about the band that taught us how to scream for the last time: Hawthorne Heights.

Whether you were scream-singing Ohio Is for Lovers in your bedroom or clutching your chest during Niki FM, chances are this band holds a very real place in your emo heart. So grab your studded belt and Sidekick phone, because we’re going full throttle into the history, heartbreak, and emo legacy of Hawthorne Heights.

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo

Today’s episode is a full recap of the mysterious tour from Brand New on June 15, 2025 at Synovus Bank Amphitheater in Atlanta, Georgia.

I’ll share my experience with the venue, what happened during the set, and my overall opinions on the comeback of Brand New and Jesse Lacey. 

If you'd like to come on to share your emo experiences, favorite stories or lore from bands you love, or an EMO-ment for a future episode, email [email protected] or message me on Instagram @school.of.emo