Emo Kids Anonymous

Today we are joined by Lansing Michigan's own, FinalBossFight! They discuss their band dynamics, and reflect on their creative process while working with producer Billy Mannino. We delve into their influences, experiences during their album release, and the humorous side of touring. FBF! also touches on their love for video games and how it relates to their identity, culminating in a light-hea...

Ladies and gentlemen, introducing the youngest band in the history of the show, Rec League! Cooper and Jacob have literally been playing their instruments for like, a year, and they've already recorded an EP and booked multiple shows and mini tours. For being so young, they carry themselves like they're much older in many ways and I came away from this interview incredibly impressed with them (wow...

Finally, Dear Cincinnati are on EKA! ICYMI, we interviewed Dear Cincinnati a few months ago but unfortunately, the episode was erased by nefarious forces. Could it have been Taylor Swift? The IDF? Could the fellas have just had tech issues? We will never know. Regardless, I am joined by David and Troy of Dear Cincinnati for a wide ranging conversation about the bands short history and long term pl...

SURPRISE! Amanda is back in this mf! In this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb Laffoon starts to navigate a solo episode before Amanda returns! We bare all and lift the curtain as Amanda opens up to discuss her personal struggles. The duo shares updates on upcoming projects, including album lists for 2025 and Amanda's recent fitness competition. We explore the emotional connections to music,...

This week I'm joined by the one and only Shane Hurst, better known as Adjust The Sails! If you're on social media and you're reading this, there's a very good chance Shane and I are 50% of your feed. For that, we are not sorry... In this conversation, Shane shares his journey in the music industry, discussing his unique style of 'whiny virgin music', the impact of social me...

In this special solo Black Friday episode of EKA, Robb reflects on the past year, the pod, and the state of the scene in general. We also dive into the evolution of Black Friday, the importance of community in music culture, and we even make the mistake of taking calls for the first time in show history. We dive into the recent Vans Warped Tour Announcements and the drama surrounding that announce...

In this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb Laffoon is joined by TikToks hottest new emo band Tiger Would. Hailing from New York City by way of Albany, Tiger Would have spent the last year grinding away before hopping on social media and seeing immediate success. This conversation covers nearly the whole Tiger Would tale, discussing their journey from jamming together to performing live shows to s...

Never did I think this episode would happen but here we are. Ladies and gentleman, recovering emo kids we are gathered here today to speak to the founder of one of the most influential music websites of all time, Jason Tate. We dive deep into the origin story, Jason originally created Absolutepunk in his bedroom as a fan site for blink-182 and MxPx. Fast forward 8 years he sells his site, 8 years...

In this conversation, Seth from Good Sleepy joins Robb for a conversation about the band, spanning from their start as high school kids up until the writing and recording of their new record. Seth and Robb talk about some of their favorite emo bands from the Boston area, like our friends in sports. They discuss the evolution of Good Sleepy's sound, the challenges of recording during the pandemic,...

In this edition of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb is joined by Mel, Miri and Jason of Pretty Bitter. Pretty Bitter are an indie pop act from Washington D.C. who are signed to Tiny Engines. Their 2025 album "Pleaser" is a sure fire contender for AOTY lists around the industry. The conversation covers a wide variety of topics- the history of the band, their songwriting dynamics, the making of their new re...

In this interview I'm joined by Corpus Christi band Up Dog! This week they just released their new EP Going Nowhere Fast. We discuss their origins, band dynamics and the recording process of the new release. They reflect on the evolution of ska and emo music, emphasizing the importance of diversity in the scene today. One thing we all agreed on (amongst many) is that todays scene has a stronger se...

In this episode of EKA, I'm joined by Drought. We explore their origins, influences, and the challenges of navigating the Bay Area music scene. From their Craigslist origin story to today, the Drought story is one of determination, drive, and doing things differently now that they're older and wiser. Drought shares insights on their recording process for their debut album 'Souvenir&#39...

In this conversation we are joined by Steph O'Sullivan from Greywind! Steph shares the band's journey from their roots in Killarney until now. The discussion covers their early influences, the impact of social media, challenges with mental health, and navigating the complexities of record labels. With a focus on authenticity and connection with their audience, Greywind's story really highlights th...

In this episode of the Emo Kids Anonymous Podcast, Amanda and Robb interview the band No Problemo! Based outta Lansing, Michigan this band is absolutely out of control in the best possible way. They discuss the band's origins, dynamics, and the weirdest stories imaginable. Dane, Gavin and Caitlyn, we LOVE you. Sage, I am questioning your judgement and also praying for your well being! The conversa...

In this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Amanda and Robb discuss the resurgence of rock music, exploring how it is making a comeback on the charts and in culture. They delve into the impact of streaming and social media on music discovery, the evolution of the genre, and the importance of festivals and live shows in promoting both legacy and new artists. The conversation highlights the role of TikTo...

Today we're joined by Pretty Suspect out of Eugene Oregon! In this interview the band shares their journey from humble beginnings during the pandemic to becoming a notable presence in the PNW scene. They discuss their unique band dynamics including having a set of brothers in the band (formerly two and we discuss why), the challenges faced during their time as a band, and their musical influen...

WHY ARE THEY HERE? WHO HAVE THEY COME FOR? WHEN WILL THEY LEAVE? Bryan and Levi from Camp Trash came on the pod in anticipation of their new album Two Hundred Thousand Dollars, available today! In this conversation, Bryan and Levi talk about everything from the bands formation to Florida and everything inbetween. We discuss their experiences with technical difficulties, the challenges of home insu...

In this super spooky special halloween special episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon explore the deep-rooted connection between Halloween and emo culture. They discuss the evolution of Halloween celebrations, the influence of emo music on Halloween themes, and the theatrical elements that resonate with the spooky season. The conversation also delves into the intersectio...

In this conversation with Michigan Indie Rock band Low Phase, we dive DEEP AF. To start with we are joined by Caleb and John and the two of them discuss their journey from childhood friends to bandmates, their musical influences, and the recording process of their recent EP. They share insights into the Michigan music scene and their aspirations for the future, emphasizing the importance of genuin...

Ladies and gentlemen, the first metal adjacent band in Emo Kids Anonymous history...Lift The Curse! In todays interview, Jon and Ryan of Lift the Curse discuss their journey as a metalcore band, their live performance strategies, and the evolution of their music. They share insights into their songwriting process, musical influences, and the concept of 'Divorced Dad Rock' aka Buttrock. The guys re...

Welcome back to Emo Kids Anonymous! In this episode, Amanda and Robb delve into the evolution of social media and its influence and impact on the music industry and fandom culture. They explore the rise of platforms like MySpace, which revolutionized how fans connected with bands, and discuss the transition to modern social media platforms like IG and TikTok. The conversation highlights the changi...

In the biggest EKA interview yet, Robb and Amanda are joined by Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel to talk everything Gami. The conversation explores the band's origins, musical influences, and the unique challenges of being a two-piece band. They discuss the importance of community, the role of production in shaping sound, and the impact of cultural icons on music. Ryland shares insights into his...

In this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Amanda and Robb dive into Rolling Stone's list of the 250 greatest songs of the 21st century. What's number 1? Do we agree? What songs are at the top of OUR lists? We dive deep into it! The conversation also touches on the representation of various music genres, including pop punk and emo, and the significance of the songs included in the Rolling Stone list....

In this out of control interview, Amanda and Robb have the unfortunate pleasure of sitting down with Pennsylvania pop punk band Handguns. We Were also joined by their legal counsel Mr. Charlie Basil who later turned out to be a fraud as it was just a member of Handguns in costume trying to avoid detection due to outstanding warrants. I wish I could tell you what else we talked about but this whole...

In this conversation, the hosts sit down with Stefan Kennedy from the LA band Glass Generation. They delve into the dynamics of forming a band in the LA music scene, the impact of COVID-19 on live performances, and the importance of community and collaboration among the scene. The discussion also touches on the challenges of navigating band membership changes and the creative process behind the ba...