Teen Gothic

We could talk about music from before many of you were born in this thread. But we won't.

We could talk about music released last month that will make many of you go "What? Who? There is more goth music besides The Cure, Siouxsie, Sisters of Mercy, Bauhaus and Christian Death?!?" in this thread. But we won't.

We could even talk about why I deliberately omitted Joy Division from the above statement in this thread. Again, we won't. Well… someone may get upset and might.

We could even talk about how so many newer bands are clearly "inspired" by older bands to the point of sounding like updated clones of them in the same manner people discussed the Sisters clones of the 90s. Yeah, that could happen.

Then there is the topic of darkwave going disco that happened here some weeks ago. That was a contentious one.

Have I given you enough ideas yet? Or would you rather just complain about who and/or what pissed in your cornflakes this week. Either/and/or. Have at it.

I'm currently working on an illustration project on the representation of punks and goths and common misconceptions surrounding the subcultures. I would like to hear some of your experiences with people sexualizing the subculture, or objectifying you as a result of your look?

Hello! Here's my daily (or nightly since it's almost 1am here) song post! I love this band so much! Caterwaul is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric bands I've ever heard. Everything from the unique vocals to the gorgeous guitar, my heart and soul fill with joy while listening! They are one of the best etheral bands, right next to the Cocteau Twins I my heart! 💖

Ever since I was a kid I've had likes that until today I never considered I would be goth. I like the standard black, some of my favorite clothes have had skulls, a red & black plaid skirt, I love chokers… the more I say anything I feel like I'm just trying to make myself sound goth, but looking at pics and thinking about myself over the years it seems to make sense.

So, I want to start trying to transition. I'm hoping for some encouragement even though I'm so old to change up my clothes. I have tons of black stuff, but looking at the goth clothes it seems right.

The pic is me, yes that is a Halloween costume, but it's the closest I have to me in anything remotely goth. I'd love some thoughts and suggestions.

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