Hailing from the upper peninsula of Michigan, The Casper Fight Scene possess the trademark loud guitars, catchy hooks, and earnest lyrics of emo with their own unique flair. Frontman Jason Swallow’s lyrics touch on past regrets and a palpable fear of stagnation while still holding out hope for the future and a willingness to change. From unbridled, angry, and cathartic whales to crestfallen, meager mumbles, the emotions on display are diverse, direct, and vulnerable. Their earnest recounting of uncomfortable truths and former mistakes make The Casper Fight Scene humble and lovable. Combine that with the soaring leads, epic solos, and all-around top tier shredding from guitarist Kenny Quick, and the rock solid rhythm section of drummer Michael McGaffigan and bassist Peter Hart, and you have a dangerously charismatic band poised to become the next Midwest emo darlings.
