Emo Subculture
THE EMO SUBCULTURE
Aspects of Contemporary Society
Emo, short for Emotional; this group is generally constructed as a group of teenagers who desperately try to escape the social class they have been put into. Mostly an underground scene the term “Emo” began as a music genre in the mid 1980’s with a group of bands set on redefining punk rock music. They based their music on emotions and feelings and this quickly spread throughout America. This lasted until the early 2000’s when the bases turned to (some say) over-the-top emphasis on self expression and negative connotations were implied; emotion and sadness thus stereotyping the word we so often hear today. With this derogatory, implications followed. Emos began to be marginalized due to their style and beliefs. As certain fashion trends and attitudes began to be associated with “Emo”, heavy criticism fell upon those who followed the “music genre” and now confusion exists between those who follow the Emo music genre or the Emo sub-culture.
The first text piece titled ‘The Emo Subculture’ broadcasted on Today Tonight warns parents about the phenomenon which is causing depression, self-mutilation and suicide. It asks parents to look out for common signs of “Emo” and seek help, pressing upon the ideology that this group is a sinister addition to teenage subculture, and should be shunned upon. Psychologist Evylin Field states "Emo is really about being emotionally depressed and talking about your depression and showing your depression, even using the black eyeliner. It's really about life is not worth living." She warns that parents keep a close eye on their teenagers. Watching Internet use, looking at sites they visit as many sites have been established to support and show teenagers how to become Emo. This positions the viewers (generally adults/parents) to see view negatively upon their children’s lifestyle and provoking intrusion into their personal life’s. Chris Simond quotes “"They need to look at the clothes
Aspects of Contemporary Society
Emo, short for Emotional; this group is generally constructed as a group of teenagers who desperately try to escape the social class they have been put into. Mostly an underground scene the term “Emo” began as a music genre in the mid 1980’s with a group of bands set on redefining punk rock music. They based their music on emotions and feelings and this quickly spread throughout America. This lasted until the early 2000’s when the bases turned to (some say) over-the-top emphasis on self expression and negative connotations were implied; emotion and sadness thus stereotyping the word we so often hear today. With this derogatory, implications followed. Emos began to be marginalized due to their style and beliefs. As certain fashion trends and attitudes began to be associated with “Emo”, heavy criticism fell upon those who followed the “music genre” and now confusion exists between those who follow the Emo music genre or the Emo sub-culture.
The first text piece titled ‘The Emo Subculture’ broadcasted on Today Tonight warns parents about the phenomenon which is causing depression, self-mutilation and suicide. It asks parents to look out for common signs of “Emo” and seek help, pressing upon the ideology that this group is a sinister addition to teenage subculture, and should be shunned upon. Psychologist Evylin Field states "Emo is really about being emotionally depressed and talking about your depression and showing your depression, even using the black eyeliner. It's really about life is not worth living." She warns that parents keep a close eye on their teenagers. Watching Internet use, looking at sites they visit as many sites have been established to support and show teenagers how to become Emo. This positions the viewers (generally adults/parents) to see view negatively upon their children’s lifestyle and provoking intrusion into their personal life’s. Chris Simond quotes “"They need to look at the clothes