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'Tis the season for emo vibes and holiday cheer! In this short and sweet Christmas special, Nani recommends a new Christmas movie to add to your holiday watchlist, while Katie digs deep into the emo archives to share a holiday song that will hit you right in the feels (and eardrums). Plus, the hosts have a secret message for the mysterious stealer of the Barbie ornament – you won’t want to miss it! Grab your hot cocoa, tune in, and let’s get festive with a twist of emo! 🎄🎧 

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In this special holiday episode of The Emo Hour, we’re decking the halls with angsty anthems and crying under the mistletoe. We dive into the emo side of Christmas music and share our holiday favorites, Katie's love for Blink-182’s and her general dislike for christmas tunes. Tune in for laughs, lyrical deep dives, and the ultimate question: Can Blink-182 save Katie's Christmas? 🎄🎸

What do you think? 🎅✨

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In this episode of The Emo Hour, we’re diving into the subgenres that stole our hearts and defined our angst. From screamo breakdowns to pop punk anthems, we share the music that shaped us and why certain subgenres just hit different. Get ready for nostalgia, laughs, and maybe a few cringeworthy confessions. Tune in and find out if your favorite emo subgenre made the cut! 🎤🖤

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In this episode, we sit down with Mollie Long, the dynamic frontwoman of two of Boise's alternative rock/punk/ska bands – We Are You and Bet on Red. Mollie opens up about her journey and the raw emotions and stories behind her lyrics. Together, we dive deep into the Boise music scene, exploring its vibrant community, its evolution, and the connections that fuel the local sound. Whether you're a local fan or just curious about the experience of performing, writing, and creating music, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration for musicians and fans alike. 

We Are You @weareyou.boise
Bet On Red @betonredmusic

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This week, we’re diving into the latest in the emo scene and the music business at large! We’re covering tours, major announcements, and how shifts in the industry are impacting the bands and artists we love. We’re breaking down everything you need to know to stay in the loop!

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Get ready for an episode that’s less about judging bands and more about Nani shamelessly trying to score a date! This week, we spill the tea on our experience judging 5B Battle of the Bands, where raw talent, questionable flirting, and some truly wild band names stole the spotlight.

Sure, the music was incredible—sultry ballads, hard-hitting riffs, and enough angst to fuel a thousand diaries—but let’s be honest, judging got a little tricky when someone (cough Nani cough) was attempting to flirt from 20 rows back. 

Who brought the house down? Who won the audience award and the judges award? Tune in for all the juicy details, hilarious mishaps, and our totally unbiased (we swear) highlights from the competition!

Performers (Alphabetical Order):

• Cool Cats
• Doghaus
• Dump Rules
• Georgia Blu
• Heath Owens
• Honky Tonk Sue
• Jukebox Widowmakers
• Melissa Gerard
• Moonshine Schubert
• Secuestrado
• Side Hustle
• System in Chains
• Up a Creek
• Work In Progress

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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.

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In this episode, we're reliving When We Were Young Festival, which rocked Las Vegas this past October! From iconic bands to unforgettable moments and drama, we're breaking down all the highs, lows, and surprises. Whether you were there or wish you were, tune in for our recap of emo’s biggest reunion!

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In this episode of The Emo Hour, we dive into the iconic Vans Warped Tour, exploring its legacy and its surprising return! Join us as we reminisce about the unforgettable lineups, mosh pits, and all the scene drama that made Warped Tour more than just a festival.

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