Hawthorne Heights Celebrates 20 Years of 'If Only You Were Lonely'

The emo rock band marks the anniversary of their breakout album with a special Dallas show.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 6:00pm

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Hawthorne Heights, the influential emo rock band, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their breakout album 'If Only You Were Lonely' with a special concert in Dallas, Texas. The album, released in 2006, helped define the emo genre and launched the band to mainstream success.

Why it matters

Hawthorne Heights was a key part of the mid-2000s emo music scene that had a major cultural impact, especially among younger listeners. The anniversary show is an opportunity for longtime fans to come together and commemorate the band's legacy and the enduring influence of the emo genre.

The details

The 20th anniversary show will take place at a venue in Dallas, where the band will perform 'If Only You Were Lonely' in its entirety along with other fan favorites from their catalog. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

Hawthorne Heights released 'If Only You Were Lonely' in 2006.
The 20th anniversary concert is scheduled for March 27, 2026.

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