🔥 Welcome back to B-Side Banter! 🔥

In this episode, I’m joined by Agustina, a rising TikTok creator known for her love of 80s and 90s music — from The Smiths and The Cure to shoegaze, post-punk, and beyond. We dive into the blurred lines between goth and emo, the lasting influence of bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Cocteau Twins, and Depeche Mode, and what makes gothic music feel so grand compared to emo’s angst.

We also explore how music connects generations, why Daft Punk’s albums are best experienced as complete works of art, and how artists like Charli XCX and Maggie Rogers are reshaping modern pop. Plus, we tackle music gatekeeping, TikTok hate, and what it really means to be a “true fan.”

If you’re into alternative classics, timeless albums, and debates about legacy vs. new waves, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Drop a comment: Do you think older bands should keep releasing new albums? 👀