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A quick read, but something I'm sure I'll flip through many times over the years to look at the photographs. The essays from band members are insightful, especially Norman Brannon's, and Amy Fleisher Madden's blurb about each band reveals a passion and deep personal connection to this music scene.
I really enjoyed reading this book and looking at all the amazing photos that were included, many that had never been seen before. It reminded me how different everyone's life experiences can be. While the target demographic of the book was listening to emo music and doing who knows what, and these bands were out touring during the 1990s, I was still a Baptist and attending a small Christian college. Definitely not listening to any of this music. (Times change, though, not even close to Baptist now).
Absolutely love that the book brings up the rumors that the band members of My Chemical Romance are vampires. I was not and am not part of the emo scene, but still somehow heard those rumors.
Great book for anyone who loves music history, but especially those who were part of the emo scene. ❤️
Absolutely love that the book brings up the rumors that the band members of My Chemical Romance are vampires. I was not and am not part of the emo scene, but still somehow heard those rumors.
Great book for anyone who loves music history, but especially those who were part of the emo scene. ❤️
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Going to call this as my last book of 2024. This is one I definitely need to own at some point. Amy Fleisher Madden has taken incredible care of documenting and capturing the 2nd and 3rd waves of emo music. I’m so glad this book exists 🖤
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https://open.substack.com/pub/astxria?r=2pg69a&utm_medium=ios
This book truly hit the nail on the head when it comes to what emo was then and now and what it means to so many people. If you ever considered yourself emo, even if it was “just a phase”, and even if the second and third waves weren’t your time you should absolutely get this book. The only thing that has ever made me feel as seen as this book is the music its about. This book is for anyone who had their whole world changed by a song. It is for those of us who drove hours on end to spend the last of our money on seeing our favorite bands, those who dreamed of warped tour, and who collected more band shirts than could possibly fit in our drawers.
https://open.substack.com/pub/astxria?r=2pg69a&utm_medium=ios
This book truly hit the nail on the head when it comes to what emo was then and now and what it means to so many people. If you ever considered yourself emo, even if it was “just a phase”, and even if the second and third waves weren’t your time you should absolutely get this book. The only thing that has ever made me feel as seen as this book is the music its about. This book is for anyone who had their whole world changed by a song. It is for those of us who drove hours on end to spend the last of our money on seeing our favorite bands, those who dreamed of warped tour, and who collected more band shirts than could possibly fit in our drawers.
This was a great snapshot through someone else’s lens (ha) of the scene. Nostalgic for those who lived any part of this period of time; or a nice little insight for anyone new to this scene, in which case be sure to check out any (or all) of the bands featured in here.
Reading this on the heels of finishing 'Where Are Your Boys Tonight?' I already knew what a powerhouse of person Amy Fleisher Madden is. I was so excited to get to read and see her work next.
'Negatives' is heart touching collection of photos and anecdotes from people who were active participants in the second and third wave of emo. I appreciate how the contributors touch on how the term Emo was used to other these new bands from their predecessors. When words like 'cred,' and 'poser,' meant much more back then.
In this new age, everyone is welcome. There is space for everyone to join in the community. This is not a book to debating who is the true Emos, but a celebration of many of bands that were around during that time. I am very excited to listen to some of these bands for the first time. (I am excited to say someone has already made a playlist on Spotify based of the book's line up.)
Fleisher Madden's dedication to DIY and her earnest love for the music shines in this collection. It is a sentimental yearbook of sorts.
'Negatives' is heart touching collection of photos and anecdotes from people who were active participants in the second and third wave of emo. I appreciate how the contributors touch on how the term Emo was used to other these new bands from their predecessors. When words like 'cred,' and 'poser,' meant much more back then.
In this new age, everyone is welcome. There is space for everyone to join in the community. This is not a book to debating who is the true Emos, but a celebration of many of bands that were around during that time. I am very excited to listen to some of these bands for the first time. (I am excited to say someone has already made a playlist on Spotify based of the book's line up.)
Fleisher Madden's dedication to DIY and her earnest love for the music shines in this collection. It is a sentimental yearbook of sorts.