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Midwest emo is a sub-genre characterized by its distinctive guitar improvisation and unconventional singing style, combining elements of indie music, traditional punk, and hardcore rock. It originated in The American Midwest in the 1990s and was pioneered by bands such as American Football, Cap 'N Jazz, The Promise Ring, Braid, and Mineral. The genre's lyrics often explore themes of unrequited love, having big dreams in a small town, and parents who don't understand them. Midwest emo is not limited to bands and artists from the Midwest, the style has been performed by bands and musicians throughout the United States and internationally.