Crunkcore

Crunkcore, also known as screamo-crunk or emo-rap, is a subgenre of music that emerged in the early 2000s. It is characterized by a fusion of crunk hip hop elements, such as heavy basslines, synthesized beats, and ad-libs, with the melodic and aggressive sounds of post-hardcore and emo music. Vocals in crunkcore often feature a combination of clean singing, rapping, and harsh screaming.

The lyrical themes in crunkcore can vary widely, but often touch upon common emo and post-hardcore topics like heartbreak, alienation, and personal struggles, alongside more typical crunk themes of partying and bravado. The genre is known for its often controversial and provocative lyrical content, as well as its distinct visual aesthetic which typically blends elements of punk, emo, and hip hop fashion.

While crunkcore gained a degree of mainstream attention in the mid-to-late 2000s, it also faced significant criticism from both the hip hop and rock communities for its perceived lack of originality and its often over-the-top presentation. Bands associated with the genre include Brokencyde, Hollywood Undead (early work), and Dot Dot Dot. The popularity of crunkcore waned in the late 2000s and early 2010s, though its influence can still be heard in some contemporary artists exploring genre fusions.