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Story Of The Year – A.R.S.O.N.

falber. February 18, 2026

Story Of The Year – A.R.S.O.N.
SharpTone Records
10,0/10,0

Brief:

What’s the sound of Story Of The Year? Loud guitars, massive singalong choruses, and uplifting perseverance. Few records helped build the post-hardcore scene as swiftly as the band’s debut, Page Avenue, one of the first of its kind to sell a million copies. “Until the Day I Die” endures as both an anthem and a mission statement. Tours with Linkin Park, My Chemical Romance, Deftones, and The Used cemented Story Of The Year’s reputation as a stunning and engaging live act. The connection between the band and audience transformed Story Of The Year from teenagers working in a St. Louis pizza chain franchise into hard rock headliners. Fans grew together with Dan Marsala, Ryan Phillips, Josh Wills, and Adam Russell, from Page Avenue (2003), In the Wake of Determination (2005), The Black Swan (2008), The Constant (2010), Wolves (2017), Tear Me to Pieces (2022), to A.R.S.O.N. (2026).

“A.R.S.O.N.” marks the next evolution of STORY OF THE YEAR’s signature sound and raw, personal lyricism — elements that have earned the band a dedicated global following. An acronym for “All Rage, Still Only Numb”, the album channels their trademark energy into a powerful exploration of anxiety, emotional turmoil and inner darkness. With a dynamic blend of modern post-hardcore, polished production, and nods to their emo roots, “A.R.S.O.N.” delivers a compelling, storied sonic journey through the fight to make it through this life.

[Edited Press Release]

Tracklist:

  1. Gasoline (All Rage Still Only Numb)
  2. Disconnected
  3. See Through
  4. Fall Away
  5. 3 am
  6. Into The Dark
  7. My Religion
  8. Halos
  9. Good for Me / Feel so Bad
  10. Better Than High
  11. I Don’t Wanna Feel Like This Anymore

Main Focus Tracks:

  • Gasoline (All Rage Still Only Numb)
  • 3 am
  • Into The Dark
  • Good for Me / Feel so Bad

Other Recommended Tracks:

  • Disconnected
  • See Through
  • Fall Away
  • Halos

Line-Up:

Dan Marsala – vocals
Ryan Phillips – guitars
Adam Russell – bass
Josh Wills – drums

Comments:

A.R.S.O.N. is a post-hardcore nugget, a raw, melodic, and authentic gem that sends shivers down your spine with every listen. It should not be missed under any circumstances. Awesome!

Contacts:

Story Of The Year

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Selected Discography:

Page Avenue – 2003
In the Wake of Determination – 2005
The Black Swan – 2008
The Constant – 2010
Wolves – 2017
Tear Me to Pieces – 2023
A.R.S.O.N. – 2026

Photo credit: Ryan Smith