The Queers – Love Songs for…

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The central difference between emo and nerd-driven ’90s pop-punk was where blame for failed relationships ultimately ended up. Emo tended to turn hatefully inward while simultaneously vilifying the object of former affection.
Earlier bands like the queers and screeching weasel were rejected as well, but they continued to hold the idol that is woman above anything else. Thus it is that Love Songs for the Retarded is couched in teenage angst and immaturity, while simultaneously paying rather touching (if crude) homage to the perils and ultimate ecstasy of lavishing affection, whether or not it’s returned. It’s like the Beach Boys formed a punk band fueled by Budwiser. Clearly, Chucks and Archie Comics are also involved…