Knapsack was an American alternative rock band formed in 1993 in Davis, California. The group consisted of Blair Shehan on vocals and guitar, Colby Mancasola on drums, and Rod Meyer on guitar, with bass guitarist Jason Bokros joining in 1995. Their music was characterized by emotionally charged vocals and dynamic, engaging guitar work, blending elements of punk, emo, and indie rock.

The band released their debut album, "Silver Sweepstakes," in 1995, which paved the way for their growing influence in the underground music scene. Over the next four years, Knapsack would refine their sound with the subsequent releases of "Day Three of My New Life" in 1997, and their final studio album, "This Conversation Is Ending Starting Right Now" in 1998, both of which garnered them a loyal following and critical acclaim. These albums showcased the band's ability to balance intensity and melody, with lyrics that often conveyed introspective and personal themes. Despite their rising popularity and a strong cult following, Knapsack disbanded in 2000, leaving behind a legacy that inspired future generations of emo and indie bands. Their final release, "True To Form / Effortless," a single, encapsulates the duality of their sound with its raw energy and catchy hooks. Though their time together was relatively short, Knapsack's impact on the post-hardcore and emo scenes remains influential to this day.

Genres

Emo

Emo Punk

Midwest Emo

Latest Release

This Conversation Is Ending Starting Right Now

Knapsack

Album - 10 Tracks - Released December 1, 1998