96. The Low Blow: Deconstructing Catholicism, Emo, Pop Punk and the South | Emo Kids Anonymous

Happy New Year, baby! In this episode of EKA, we're joined by Patsy Long of the Low Blow! Robb and Patsy delve into the origins and evolution of The Low Blow, exploring their transition from neo-soul to emo music. They discuss the influence of Nashville's vibrant music scene, the emotional weight of their lyrics, and the interplay between hope and despair in their songs. Patsy shares her personal journey with identity and religion, reflecting on how these experiences shape her music. The discussion also touches on the beauty of life and death, the role of youth in creativity, and the significance of emotional vulnerability in songwriting. Throughout, they highlight the connections between their music and the broader themes of the fourth wave emo movement, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and emotional depth in their art. Patsy shares personal reflections on mortality and the challenges of negotiating identity, particularly in the context of family and societal expectations as a transperson in a world that isn't exactly in their corner. We discuss the cultural identity crisis in the South and the emotional responses elicited by political discourse. The conversation also delves into the evolution of emo and pop punk, sorry Scott's Records. Go check out The Low Blow's new LP "Forest For The Trees".-----------------------------------------Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, Ben Quad and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!www.brotege.comJOIN OUR DISCORD!https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:Twitter: @emokidsanonpodInstagram: @emokidsanonymousTikTok:  @emokidsanonymouspodcastEmo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!www.neveraphasenetwork.comFollow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!Follow Robb(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)Follow Amanda(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)