Anxious is a melodic hardcore and emo revival band from Fairfield County, Connecticut, formed in 2016. They rose from high school friendships to critical acclaim, blending raw punk energy with introspective emo and alternative rock, and are now signed to Run for Cover Records.

Formation & Early Years (2016–2018)

• Founded in Darien, Connecticut by Grady Allen (vocals/guitar), Sam Walter (bass/vocals), and Michelle Siegel (drums).

• Began as a high school side project, inspired by punk and hardcore acts like Misfits and Green Day.

• Played early DIY shows at venues like The Depot (Darien) and Toquet Hall (Westport).

• Released a demo tape in 2016, marking their entry into the local punk scene.

Lineup Changes & EPs (2017–2019)

• 2017: Siegel left, replaced by Dante Melucci (drums, later guitar/vocals).

• Released debut EP Carved (2017) independently.

• 2019: Signed to Triple-B Records, released Promo 2019 and Never Better EPs.

• Lineup shifted: Melucci moved to guitar, Jonny Camner joined on drums, and Sam Allen replaced Walter on bass.

Breakthrough & Debut Album (2021–2022)

• Released single “New Shapes” (2021) with the new lineup.

• Contributed “The Long Spring” to America’s Hardcore Volume Five.

• Signed to Run for Cover Records in 2022.

• Dropped debut album Little Green House (2022), praised for its mix of emo revival and melodic hardcore.

  • Named Stereogum’s “Album of the Week”.

Growth & Second Album (2023–2025)

• Released singles “Sunsign”, “Where You Been?”, and “Down, Down” (2023).

• 2024: Released single “Counting Sheep”, leading into their second album.

• 2025: Released Bambi, expanding into alternative rock influences (Blink‑182, Jimmy Eat World).

• Toured extensively across the US and UK, supporting acts like Hot Mulligan, Drug Church, and Arm’s Length.

Current Lineup (2026)

• Grady Allen – Vocals

• Sam Allen – Bass/Vocals

• Dante Melucci – Guitar/Vocals

• Tommy Harte – Guitar

• Jonny Camner – Drums

Influences

• Emo & punk pioneers: Rites of Spring, Dag Nasty, Embrace, Lifetime

• Alt/rock icons: Smashing Pumpkins, Jimmy Eat World, Death Cab for Cutie, Panic! at the Disco

• Experimental inspirations: Animal Collective, The Beach Boys

Legacy & Style

• Known for high‑octane punk energy fused with melodic emo revival.

• Lyrics often explore anxiety, growth, relationships, and authenticity.

• Their fan‑driven ethos and raw live performances have cemented them as a key voice in modern emo revival.