This week, Start Here dives into the raw emotion and anthemic sound of Emo music. Alexis Ffrench is joined by Amy Fleisher Madden—founder of the legendary independent label Fiddler Records and author of NEGATIVES, a photographic archive of the Emo scene. Together, they explore the roots of Emo, from its underground beginnings to its explosion in the early 2000s, shaping a generation with its confessional lyrics and powerful melodies. Plus, they unpack Emo’s surprising legacy in modern pop music—including how Taylor Swift’s songwriting carries the emotional honesty and storytelling traditions of the genre. Whether you grew up with Emo or are just discovering it, this episode unpacks the emotion, energy, and influence of a genre that refuses to fade.

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