What is Emo?

In this episode of The Emo Hour, we ask the big question: What is emo? From its roots in the punk and post-hardcore scenes to its massive mainstream influence in the early 2000s, emo is more than just a genre—it's a culture. Join us as we explore the sounds, the style, and the unique culture that makes emo so enduring and iconic. We’ll dig into our interpretation of how we define emo music.