1998: Friend played in hardcore bands. I loved obscure emo (Juliana Theory, anyone?). Compromise: Get Up Kids.
2008: Friend signs to Sub Pop. I gush over Sub Pop's folksy darlings. Compromise: Oxford Collapse.
Raucous shows unite all. Albums? Beer-soaked sing-alongs prompt steering wheel pounding, laryngitis. But shit's meant to be heard live.
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Reminds us of: Drive Like Jehu | Times New Viking | The Get Up Kids (Four Minute Mile era)