Right on, Kid! are back with their latest EP, “Carry What You Need“, a cathartic pop punk journey through the trials and tribulations of growing up. Hailing from Albuquerque, the quintet has matured from their pop-punk roots into a formidable force in the emo and alternative rock scene. This new brief collection showcases their blend of introspective lyrics and infectious hooks, solidifying their place as one of the most exciting independent bands around.
Their evolution from the debut EP “Forever Missing Out” to the critically acclaimed “Life is a Movie” has been quite impressive. “Carry What You Need” continues this trajectory, with standout tracks like the anthemic “Bad Feeling” and the introspective “DREAM EATER!” highlighting their growth as artists.
The band’s ability to balance emotive storytelling with powerful instrumentals creates an immersive listening experience that resonates deeply with their audience.
To celebrate the release, Right on, Kid! also shared their top 5 emerging emo and punk bands that are worth checking out. Each of these bands brings a unique energy and passion to the scene, much like Right on, Kid! themselves.
Stream *Carry What You Need* on Spotify and Apple Music.
Right On, Kid’s Top 5 Emerging Emo Bands:
CALMGROVE
“Calmgrove, a Southern California-based band, captivates me with their dynamic blend of emo and alternative rock. Their music resonates deeply, combining heartfelt lyrics with powerful instrumentals that evoke a wide range of emotions. I appreciate their ability to craft songs that are both introspective and anthemic, creating an immersive listening experience.
The band’s commitment to authenticity and raw expression sets them apart in the music scene, making them a significant influence and a source of inspiration for my own band, Right on Kid. Calmgrove’s passion for their craft and their ability to connect with listeners on a profound level is truly admirable.” – Matt Jaramillo
NEW AESTHETIC
“New Aesthetic is a promising young California pop-punk band that brings a fresh energy to the scene. Their catchy melodies and raw lyrics resonate with fans, capturing the angst and passion that fans of pop punk have been waiting for.
With their dynamic sound and electrifying live performances, New Aesthetic is quickly making a name for themselves in the pop punk scene and have a promising future ahead of them.” – Nick Encinias
NOISE BRIGADE
“We cannot mention our top 5 unsigned emo bands without mentioning one of the greatest contemporary emo rock bands of all time, Noise Brigade. Let me tell you, this fine group of rockers can bring the riffs.
All jokes aside, they are not only extremely talented musicians and songwriters but also some of the most hard working, passionate, and friendly people I have ever met. All of ROK are so lucky to be able to call them our friends and you should definitely give their music a spin the next time you have a chance.” – Zach Rose
SPY
“My pick is SPY, a hardcore punk band from the Bay Area. With their doomy riffs and aggressive attitude, listen to Afraid of Everything and try not to go belligerent.
They have a clear influence from old school hardcore punk that I love that has also been an influence on my drumming.” – Eli Shinn
GOOD GRIEF
“I first heard of Good Grief (Tokyo, Japan) after our producer and engineer Seth Henderson (Always Be Genius Recording Studio) worked with them, I believe he mastered their most recent release Sad Station. I decided to give them a listen and I really enjoy the sound they’ve crafted.
Their music makes me nostalgic from when I first heard bands like Real Friends and The Wonder Years in the early 2010’s but still has a distinct energy that makes it easy to imagine being at one of their live shows. These guys clearly take their music seriously, and I’m excited to see them continue to grow.” – RJ Butler
