It's so Counterproductive

CLEVELAND’S 5-PIECE EMO OUTFIT THIS SUMMER’S DEBUT LP, “LIMINAL SPACE” IS A VIOLENT CRESCENDO.

The 10-song concept album swells from beginning to end detailing lingering trauma, substance abuse, dystopian dread, and a stay in a psychiatric facility. 

Swirling, distorted, and echoing guitars guide this record through a sea of turmoil. This Summer encompasses flavors from a variety of genres for this record, including 5th-wave and midwest emo, post-hardcore, pop-punk, alternative, and indie. Every track is packed with punchy and energetic drums, driving basslines, and emotionally gripping vocal performances. 

The band recorded the LP partially in studio sessions with Steve Perrino (Heart Attack Man, The Safest Ledge) and partially at their home studio in Bedford Heights. After many hurdles, a change in lineup and producers, and a 2-and-a-half-year creation process, “Liminal Space” is available now on all streaming platforms.

From the Backdoor

Paper-Mâché Demon

The Rabbit Hole

Hyrule Fight Club

Face Tatt

I Saw the End of the World

Lilypad

Round 2

Liminal Space

Forever in Limbo

Open Seas

Maybe Someday

Formed in 2020, This Summer has been carving their name into the budding Cleveland emo/alternative scene. Starting with their self-titled EP, they defined their dynamic and versatile sound with 6 songs highlighting their strengths. Following their first project, the band dropped 3 singles to introduce their upcoming album. After 3 years together, they have refined their talents in preparation for their freshman LP, Liminal Space.

Sitting at 10 songs, Liminal Space is This Summer at their most sincere. From top to bottom, the LP covers a multitude of sounds from varying inspirations, including bands like Arm's Length, Movements, Origami Angel, and Citizen. In an effort to keep listeners on their toes, this record's intensity is ever-changing. From pained emo ballads such as "Round 2" and "Lilypad" to the charged-up anthems "Face Tatt" and "Hyrule Fight Club" to the smoldering heavy hitters like "The Rabbit Hole" and "Papier-Mâché," this project cannot sit still.

This Summer is trying to remind people that emo is alive and well, that it's blossoming through a tightly-knit scene in Ohio, and that they are at the heart of it.

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