Tuesday, December 9, 2008

What Da Hell is Emo?


Emo is short for emotional, and it is used first and foremost to characterize a style of emotionally charged punk rock. After the hardcore punk scene evaporated in the early 1980s, bands were trying to figure out what to do next and many new genres were developed.

Emo is considered a more mature sound than the music of the 1970s and early 1980s, with more complex lyrics as well as slower tempos, more guitar-driven sounds, and intense vocal delivery.

This style of music is passionate, intense and emotional, both for the artist and the people who listen to the music. Emo was originally used as a derisive term, but now people who love the sound wear the badge proudly. It's a common aspect of dating for teens and young adults.


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