Emo Kids Anonymous – Details, episodes & analysis

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In this episode of EmoKids Anonymous, hosts Amanda and Robb dive into their March Sadness Tournament, featuring 64 bands from the 2000s emo and pop-punk scene. They discuss matchups from the West Coast, East Coast, and Flyover States regions, providing insights, personal anecdotes, and audience participation. The conversation highlights the influence of various bands, the nostalgia for the 2000s music scene, and the excitement of determining which band will reign supreme in this unique tournament. In this engaging conversation, Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon explore the nostalgia and influence of emo and pop punk music, discussing iconic bands like Fall Out Boy, Sum 41, and My Chemical Romance. They delve into the impact of Canadian bands, the evolution of the genre, and the significance of various matchups in their music tournament. The discussion culminates in a final showdown between Fall Out Boy and Something Corporate, highlighting the lasting legacy of these artists in the music scene.

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In our premiere episode, we introduce the podcast and break down how each of us got into emo/pop punk music. We then talk about the culture and how Third Wave Emo is the last great music movement we have seen since it's decline in 2009.

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In this episode, Robb and Amanda tackle the ominous question of whether or not we can separate the art from the artist when the artist in question does something morally wrong or who's character is called into question. What are your thoughts on this hot topic? Let us know in the comments!

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On this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb and Amanda dive into Robb's Musical McRib Theory that centers around the idea that bands that go away for some time and then come back can have more success when they return than they would have if they just stayed away or kept consistently making music. Bands like Fall Out Boy, Pierce the Veil, and Green Day are all explored.

*Keep Things Emo*

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Emo Kids Anonymous is produced by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon

Lead singer, Coco Kinnon, of Winona Fighter stopped by the podcast to talk to Amanda and Robb about their upcoming touring, inspiration and success of their new album and favorite episodes of I Think You Should Leave. Check it out!

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*Keep Things Emo*

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Emo Kids Anonymous is produced by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon

On this special episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb and Amanda take a look at the quintessential Fall Out Boy record, From Under the Cork Tree, which came out 20 years ago today! Do you remember when you first heard this album? What's your favorite song off the album? Let us know in the comments!

*Keep Things Emo*

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Emo Kids Anonymous is produced by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon

On this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Robb and Amanda with help from Ryan, the Swemo Guy, tackle the question, "Are They Emo?" They look at artists that are not classified in our genre, but have emo influences all around them like Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo and more. Which artists do you feel meet this description? Let us know in the comments!

*Keep Things Emo*

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Emo Kids Anonymous is produced by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon

The first of many, welcome to Emo Kids Anonymous Book Club! On this first episode, we are doing a quick review of Mark Hoppus's new book, Fahrenheit 182.

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On today's episode, Robb and Amanda explore the origins of the resurgence of emo music and culture in the 2020s. They talk about what helped influence it, what grew it, what it looks like and how to keep it going. What's your favorite part about the resurgence of emo in the 2020s? Let us know in the comments below!

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Stuck in your ways and still listening to the same 20 bands from the 2000s? Not the worry! Robb and Amanda have 13 amazing new artists that you should check out!

Click the links below to learn more about each one!

Magnolia Park

Camp Trash

Bilmuri

Daisy Grenade

Combat

Scowl

The Tisburys

Winona Fighter

Harrison Gordon

Bizzy

Games We Play

Arrows in Action

Dexter and the Moonrocks

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