If you’re a fan of the emo and indie rock genre, like the music of Modern Baseball, you’re in for a treat. Here are 17 bands and artists that capture the same raw emotion and relatable lyrics that Modern Baseball is known for.
1. The Front Bottoms
The Front Bottoms blend catchy melodies with heartfelt lyrics. Their albums Talon of the Hawk and Back on Top feature fan favorites like “Twin Size Mattress” and “West Virginia.”
2. Sorority Noise
Sorority Noise are known for their introspective lyrics and powerful performances. Check out their album Joy, Departed and songs like “Using” and “Art School Wannabe.”
3. Joyce Manor
Joyce Manor deliver short, punchy songs filled with emotion and energy. Albums like Never Hungover Again and tracks such as “Constant Headache” are must-listens.
4. Tigers Jaw
Tigers Jaw combine melodic indie rock with emo influences. Their self-titled album and songs like “Plane vs. Tank vs. Submarine” are highly recommended.
5. The Wonder Years
The Wonder Years are a staple in the pop-punk and emo scene. Albums like Suburbia I’ve Given You All and Now I’m Nothing and tracks such as “Came Out Swinging” showcase their talent.
6. Real Friends
Real Friends are known for their relatable lyrics and catchy hooks. Albums like Maybe This Place Is the Same and We’re Just Changing feature hits like “I Don’t Love You Anymore.”
7. Pinegrove
Pinegrove mix indie rock with emo and folk influences. Their album Cardinal and songs like “Old Friends” are perfect for any Modern Baseball fan.
8. Mom Jeans.
Mom Jeans. bring a lo-fi, DIY aesthetic to their emo sound. Albums like Best Buds and tracks such as “Edward 40hands” are essential listens.
9. PUP
PUP are known for their high-energy performances and punk-influenced sound. Albums like The Dream Is Over and songs like “DVP” will get you hooked.
10. Foxing
Foxing create atmospheric and emotionally charged music. Their album Dealer and tracks such as “The Magdalene” are deeply moving.
11. Tiny Moving Parts
Tiny Moving Parts combine math rock with emo for a unique sound. Albums like Swell and songs like “Caution” are full of intricate guitar work and heartfelt lyrics.
12. American Football
American Football are pioneers of the emo genre with their iconic self-titled album. Songs like “Never Meant” have become emo anthems.
13. Turnover
Turnover mix dreamy indie rock with emo influences. Albums like Peripheral Vision and tracks such as “Dizzy on the Comedown” are perfect for a laid-back listen.
14. Moose Blood
Moose Blood deliver emotional lyrics and catchy melodies. Albums like I’ll Keep You In Mind, From Time to Time and songs like “Gum” are fan favorites.
15. Citizen
Citizen blend post-hardcore with emo for a powerful sound. Albums like Youth and tracks such as “The Night I Drove Alone” are highly recommended.
16. Modern Baseball
Modern Baseball are a must-listen for any emo fan. Their albums You’re Gonna Miss It All and songs like “Your Graduation” capture the essence of the genre.
17. The Hotelier
The Hotelier create deeply emotional and thought-provoking music. Albums like Home, Like Noplace Is There and tracks such as “An Introduction to the Album” are essential listens.
