CD Burners 86: Through Being Cool Is Still Emo’s Secret Weapon w/ Andrew Hurley
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Jan 13, 2026 
Join Andrew Hurley, drummer for Fall Out Boy, as he reflects on the seminal emo album, Through Being Cool by Saves the Day. Andrew shares how this record intertwined genres and influenced his musical journey. They dive into vivid memories of first impressions, the emotional honesty of the lyrics, and the quick recording processes that birthed iconic tracks. The conversation also touches on the interconnectedness of the music scene and modern records that evoke similar sincerity. It's a nostalgic and insightful look at a true generational blueprint.
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Album As Fall Out Boy's Blueprint
- Andrew Hurley says Through Being Cool is the most important album for Fall Out Boy and a blueprint for Take This To Your Grave.
- He calls it an amalgam of different styles that defined their sound and inspired the band to form.
Snapshot Memories Of First Listen
- T.J. Petracca recalls first hearing the record as snapshots of driving with windows down and blasting Queen.
- He says the album felt fun and changed what alternative music could be for him.
Authentic Scene Snapshot
- The hosts note the album captured party-basement life and translated across scenes despite a hardcore label release.
- That authenticity helped it reach beyond expected audiences and influence many bands.
