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Very Emergency

The Promise Ring · 1999

35 min · 10 tracks · emo

A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt introspection, capturing the essence of late '90s emo.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • catchy melodies and introspection
  • vibrant, upbeat emotional explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Very Emergency' was released in January 1999, The Promise Ring had already established themselves in the emo scene with their previous album, 'Nothing Feels Good' (1997). This record served as their third studio album and marked a pivotal moment as they transitioned from underground success to wider recognition, aided by their melodic pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
The Juliana Theory· Hawthorne Heights· Weezer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Happiness Is All the Rage 2:55
  • 2 Emergency! Emergency! 2:56
  • 3 The Deep South 3:42
  • 4 Happy Hour 3:05
  • 5 Things Just Getting Good 4:45
  • 6 Living Around 4:05
  • 7 Jersey Shore 2:39
  • 8 Skips a Beat (Over You) 2:01
  • 9 Arms and Danger 3:23
  • 10 All of My Everythings 5:35

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