When the Sun Sets (CHI), Halfway Down, Wolf Rd (CHI), Feels Good (NE), & Portside Dive

Description

When The Sun Sets bridges the gap between classic and modern pop-punk, bringing generations of emos together with flavors that everyone enjoys. They are on a mission to make mental health a focal point in the scene bringing real world experiences into every song and providing the resources to help heal the scene one show at a time. For Fans Of: Fall Out Boy, State Champs, New Found Glory Halfway Down is what happens when pop-punk gets restless. They crawl through Metalcore, dive into emo-pop, and flirt with Easycore. Two years and tens of thousands of listeners later, they’re still just getting started. If your ears are ready to ride a rollercoaster, this is your stop. For Fans Of: Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!, A Day To Remember, Belmont Wolf Rd (pronounced “wolf road”) is a high intensity band that shatters the boundaries between alternative, metal, and emo music - rearranging pieces of each soundscape to build a mosaic that breathes new sonic life. With roots planted deep in Chicago's vibrant and legendary pop-punk scene, Wolf Rd push beyond the genre and embrace a darker tone than their predecessors. Melancholic themes, ghostly production, and guitar-based ferocity are featured throughout the group's unique brand of hard rock. For Fans Of: Ice Nine Kills, Stick To Your Guns, Pierce The Veil Feel Good is a dynamic five-piece band that embodies the power of friendship and good vibes. Founded by sibling duo Mary and Mack, the group initially carved out a niche with their emo, ballad-style rock on their debut album. As they’ve evolved, so has their sound—infusing high-energy pop punk vibes that are reminiscent of favorites like Paramore and Mayday Parade. Portside Dive is an alternative pop punk duo from Minneapolis, MN. Originally a solo project, Portside Dive grew into one of Minnesota’s most prized pop-punk bands in October 2025. The band prides themselves in blending sharp hooks, honest lyrics, and the melodic punch of early 2000s pop punk with a modern edge. For Fans Of: Boys Like Girls, All Time Low, We The Kings