GothBoiClique

Part musical collective, part social phenomenon, GothBoiClique revitalized emo with their avant-garde approach to rap which blends indie, alternative, and pop-punk samples with hip-hop stylings. Sitting at ten artists, GothBoiClique’s official roster includes Lil Tracy, Cold Hart, Wicca Phase Springs Eternal, Horse Head, Mackned, YAWNS, fish narc, JPDreamthug, Doves, and the late Lil Peep. A by-product of the Internet, members of GothBoiClique spanned all across the United States as they met one another online via Tumblr blogs, BandCamp beat tapes, and Soundcloud messaging. Artists Wicca Phase, YAWNS, fish narc, and Horse Head all have their musical roots within their local rock and punk scenes. Lil Tracy, Mackned, and Cold Hart all share a love for more traditional rap flows and beats, while JPDreamthug and Doves remain shadowy figures within the group. Lil Peep was the last member to join GothBoiClique. After gaining worldwide recognition, tragedy struck the clique with Lil Peep’s untimely passing. Having been labeled “the future of emo,” Lil Peep left a powerful impact on music, fashion, and culture. Continuing to remember the legacy of their brother, GothBoiClique heads into 2019 with a newfound approach to their music, straying away from their iconic format of trap beats with guitar samples. GothBoiClique’s concerts are going to incorporate a live set for the first time ever for their 2019 European and North American tours. — Jack Angell