Rock Gotico (or Gothic Rock) is a subgenre of rock music that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It is characterized by dark, often melancholic lyrics, and a sound that combines elements of punk, post-punk, and new wave. The genre is often associated with gothic fashion and imagery, and is often seen as a precursor to the gothic rock and darkwave genres. Common themes in the lyrics include death, love, religion, and the supernatural. Musically, the genre is characterized by a heavy, distorted guitar sound, and a driving rhythm section. Bands such as Bauhaus, The Cure, and Siouxsie and the Banshees are often cited as pioneers of the genre.
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