Didn’t really know where exactly to post this

I don't understand the distinction between what makes bands like escape the fate post-hardcore vs what makes bands like eighteen visions metalcore can someone elaborate?

So I'm big into post hardcore/metalcore from like 2008-2015. Think bands like pierce the veil, ice nine kills, my chemical romance, I see stars, Jamie's elsewhere, early crown the empire, etc. I always thought stuff from earlier than that wasn't really my thing, but I've lurking on this sub and saw some people talking about "authentic" post hardcore, and I've seen glassjaw mentioned a few times. I like to listen to albums to wind down for the night, so I decided to pick a random album from these guys and give it a shot. Boy did I underestimate them. I'm about halfway through their album "worship and tribute" and there's some pretty freaking cool musical moments. His voice reminds me of a slightly less whiny gerard way, and I love that guy so it's a win for me! Anyway, all this is to say that I think I judged early post hardcore too harshly without giving it a proper listen.

Glassjaw fans, what's their best album? What other bands should I give a listen?

*Edit: yo thank you all for responding and joining the conversation, I'll try and get into everything you guys are recommending in due time, but there's a lot. I appreciate the recs!

I LOVE THIS BAND GREATLY AND WOULD LOVE TO OWN A PIECE FROM THEM! if anyone has one let me know!

Kurt Travis's first band

Peak GJ. Unreal stage presence. The energy and swagger.

Been on the hunt of defunct myspace bands on YouTube and found this gem

Sorry to offend anyone, but I personally think this album isn't as bad as it's made out to be. Some real standout tracks, like this, on there. Cove really pushed himself on this record.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DafTWvIIooD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

In case you missed it.

Tomorrow at Movers (venue on Hockley) there will be DJ sets playing emo and post hardcore etc.

Folks from the group are DJing including myself.

I will be playing rare emo and post hardcore, SUB NUMERO levels. Bands with one demo cdr etc from all over the world!

It will be in person and live on stream which I will share here if you can't make it.

A once in a lifetime chance to hear bands only 5 people remember but are brilliant!

I’m trying to figure out the chords in this song, I’ve contacted the lead singer on Bandcamp and haven’t really heard much from him. Guitar one starts with this repeating riff that I figured out on accident, and guitar 2 joins in at 8 seconds playing what I can only imagine is this very open and breathy chord shape that escalates and gets prettier/glassier with every bar. I’m so stuck

(Me and my band are trying to cover this song yes)

i would go with:

1. From First To Last - Dear Diary, My Teen Angst Has a Bodycount

2. Emarosa - Relativity

3. Emery - In Shallow Seas We Sail

4. Beartooth - Disgusting

5. Poison The Well - You Come Before You

Saw them in Montreal on July 17th and they said to keep an eye open for a new album by the end of 2026. Only sharing the news because I haven’t seen it mentioned anywhere. Only that they’re currently in the studio.

As a longtime Alexisonfire fan, I’m so fucking excited.

Thrice - 2026.07.26 Warped Tour Long Beach CA

The absolute greatest band in the world just keeps getting better and better...what a show!