Derby Pop Punk Emo Band PROMISE NOTHING Return With New Single “Empty” – Out Now

Derby’s rising alternative scene continues to deliver, and this time it’s PROMISE NOTHING stepping forward with intent. The Derby-based pop punk/emo outfit release their brand new single “Empty” today (17th April), alongside an accompanying video now live on YouTube.

Following their debut single “Inside Out”, PROMISE NOTHING are building real momentum, and “Empty” feels like a confident step forward. It’s a track rooted in emotional disconnect and frustration, but delivered with clarity, energy, and a strong melodic core that sticks with you long after the first listen.

Driven by melodic guitar hooks, energetic drums, and soulful, emotionally charged vocals, “Empty” ticks all the boxes of a modern pop punk anthem while carrying that unmistakable emo edge. There’s a balance here that’s hard to get right-high-energy instrumentation paired with something genuinely reflective-but PROMISE NOTHING make it feel effortless.

The production stands out immediately. Clean, punchy, and well-balanced, it allows every element to breathe while still hitting hard where it needs to. The drops land perfectly, giving the track a dynamic flow that keeps it engaging from start to finish. It’s the kind of tune that feels just as at home blasting through headphones as it does shaking the walls of a packed grassroots venue.

“Empty” is also one of those tracks that listeners will connect with on a personal level. There’s honesty in the delivery, and that relatability is what elevates it beyond just another release. It feels lived in-not forced.

With “Inside Out” laying the groundwork, “Empty” pushes things further and suggests there’s plenty more to come from PROMISE NOTHING. If this is the trajectory, they’re a band worth keeping a close eye on within the Derby and wider UK alternative scene.

“Empty” is out now on all major streaming platforms, with the official video available on YouTube. Make sure to follow PROMISE NOTHING on Instagram and TikTok to keep up with what’s next.

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