The 2024 indie music festival schedule features Emo's Not Dead Cruise, When We Were Young Festival, and more. These festivals pay homage to the genre, known for its emotional intensity and introspective lyrical content that originated from the 1980s punk and hardcore scenes. Short for "emotional hardcore," emo often explores themes of heartbreak, identity, and personal struggles. Characterized by expressive and confessional lyrics, melodic guitar work, and dynamic shifts in intensity, emo has evolved over the years. Early emo bands like Rites of Spring and Embrace laid the groundwork, while later waves brought forth bands like My Chemical Romance and Dashboard Confessional. The genre has influenced various subcultures and continues to resonate with audiences seeking music that delves into the complexities of human emotion.
Oro Station
Jun 28-29, 2025 
