image of Melodic emo/hardcore punk band Oakwood return after 10 years with comeback new album announcement and new single

Melodic emo/hardcore punk band Oakwood return after 10 years with comeback new album announcement and new single

Jason Gordon avatarJason Gordonjason@releasewave.com
March 31, 2026
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Melodic emo-tinged hardcore band Oakwood return after 10 years with a new album "Blurred Away" set for release on May 29, 2026 via Memory Music. The album has been described as an exhilarating sonic journey that seamlessly blends the raw emotion of early wave emo and post-hardcore with the high-energy melodies of indie and punk rock. Collaborating with acclaimed producer Phil Odom and Grammy Award-winning mastermind Will Yip, the West Texas trio deliver what is expected to be a deeply cathartic album that channels existential dread into a poignant narrative of survival and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Title Fight and Algernon Cadwallader, Oakwood's long-awaited release stands out for its unapologetic authenticity and poignant exploration of the complexities of growing up and finding one's place in the world. For a taste of what's to come, check out the latest singles "A Tangled Mess" and "Footnote" from the forthcoming LP. This should be a good one. Welcome back Oakwood!

RIYL: Title Fight, Algernon Cadwallader, Jets to Brazil, Marietta, Praise, Texas is the Reason

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Blurred Away by Oakwood album cover art - Indie Rock, Emo, Melodic Hardcore, Post Hardcore, Punk Rock

Blurred Away

May 29, 2026