Glasswaves is a genre-blending dark pop, alternative rock, and modern metalcore band rooted in Rochester. Known for fusing cinematic atmosphere with heavy, emotionally charged instrumentation, the band has quickly built momentum through a powerful live presence and striking sonic identity. In 2025, they gained national recognition after winning the Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands, earning a mainstage performance at Warped Tour, a milestone that helped solidify their reputation as a rising force in the alternative heavy scene.
