After the dissolution of Chicago-based Braid, Bob Nanna and Todd Bell took their post-hardcore emo sound and added some melody and pop to it. The result was Hey Mercedes - but the change in sound was likely thanks to Vagrant records. While there are a couple of stand-out tunes on their debut Everynight Fire Works, we conclude along with many of the critics that this album is largely forgettable. But if you're looking to scratch that emo-pop nostalgic itch like we are right now - this album will do just that, even if only for a few minutes. Hey Mercedes - A-List Actress Braid - The New Nathan Detroits Hey Mercedes - Frowning of a Lifetime Big Bite - Paralyzed Hovenweep - Cave Hey Mercedes - The Promise (When In Rome cover) This show is part of the Pantheon Podcasts network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices