
Polished midwestern angst defined by triple-guitar textures and the iconic tension between melodic yearning and cathartic screams. The definitive sound of 2000s emo.
Formed in Dayton, Ohio, in 2001, Hawthorne Heights is an American rock band that blends emo, post-hardcore, screamo, alternative rock, and pop-punk. Signed to Victory Records, the group achieved significant commercial success with their first two albums, both earning RIAA gold status. Their 2006 single, "Saying Sorry," also reached gold certification. The current lineup features JT Woodruff, Matt Ridenour, and Mark McMillon, continuing a career defined by notable chart performances.
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