A genre of music that blends pop hooks, sing-a-long melodies and bubblegum guitar riffs with horror themed lyrics and imagery, when applicable. Relatable pop genre tropes such as love, break-ups and family struggles are still present and addressed. The topics are discussed with lyrical twists that plant the songs firmly in the realm of an upbeat horror movie akin to films such as âThe Monster Squadâ. Putting the listener in a fun, lighthearted, upbeat world, being a new escape for them.
âMy girlfriendâs a vampire, she has a blood lust desire, we kiss under the moonlight, she stays away from the sunlight, doesnât matter what she is to me, sheâll always be beautiful to me.â
The genre offers a new voice for those out there that enjoy pop music itself but are not enthralled by the generic and cliché lyrics. Through Pop-Horror, they now have a form of pop music with lyrics that are more suited for their mindset, being a genre that understands its fans.
The genre emphasizes individualism, confidence, creativity, imagination, passion and fun. Also reassuring its fans that they are not alone, and that they have found their family.
Pop-Horror is a new genre of music created and led by the band, Friday on Elm Street.