Emo belongs to post-hardcore, pop punk and indie rock style while gothic rock is a form of punk rock, glam punk and post punk. Emo rockers preach release of primal energy with abstract and chaotic sub structures while Goth are recognized by emphasis on darkness in their tone, dress, hair dyes, make up, emotion, etc.

Can you be emo and goth?

As many people know (and dont know), Emo and Goth are two distinct subcultures that both branched off from the Punk music genre. Their styles often cross modern Emo and Trad Goth, with occasional studded bracelets and belts and leather accessories or jackets also thrown in the mix.