The albums that define
emotional hardcore.
Our picks for where to start with emotional hardcore — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The emotional hardcore essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
As Friends Rust
Greatest Hits?
A frenetic blend of melodic hooks and raw emotionality, capturing the essence of hardcore punk's heart.
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As Friends Rust
Won
A raw yet melodic fusion of emotional hardcore that channels angst and introspection.
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As Friends Rust
Any Joy
Emotional hardcore riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a dynamic and cathartic listening experience.
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As Friends Rust
As Friends Rust
A raw blend of emotional intensity and melodic hooks, capturing the spirit of late '90s hardcore.
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As Friends Rust
The Fists of Time
Raw, emotional hardcore energy collides with melodic undertones and introspective lyrics throughout the album.
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As Friends Rust
A Young Trophy Band in the Parlance of Our Times
Dynamic melodies intertwine with raw emotional intensity, creating a powerful landscape of melodic hardcore.
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As Friends Rust
Lightless
Emotional melodies intertwine with raw hardcore energy, creating a poignant exploration of vulnerability and resilience.
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As Friends Rust
As Friends Rust / Discount
A raw blend of emotional intensity and melodic hooks that captures the essence of late 90s hardcore.
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As Friends Rust
Up from the Muck
A raw fusion of melodic hooks and emotional intensity that captures a sense of urgency and reflection.
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As Friends Rust
The Porch Days: 1998 to 2000
A raw blend of emotional intensity and melodic hooks captures the essence of late '90s hardcore punk.
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As Friends Rust
Eleven Songs
A frenetic blend of emotional hardcore and melodic hooks, capturing raw passion and youthful angst in each track.
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