Hawthorne Heights and Armor For Sleep

Hawthorne Heights formed in Dayton, Ohio in 2001, blending post-hardcore urgency with early 2000s emo and punk. Known for the anthems “Ohio Is for Lovers” and “Saying Sorry,” they earned two Gold albums: The Silence in Black and White (2004) and If Only You Were Lonely (2006).

Armor For Sleep, formed in 2001 in Teaneck, New Jersey, is an American rock band known for its blend of alternative rock, emo, post-hardcore, and dream pop. They are celebrated for cinematic songwriting and emotionally charged, concept-driven lyrics. Popular songs include "Car Underwater" and "The Truth About Heaven". Notable albums include "What to Do When You Are Dead" (2005), "The Rain Museum" (2022), and "There Is No Memory" (2025).