However, there's been a lot of debate on which is the most important, and from what I've seen, music usually wins. The winner is understandable, really, since there probably wouldn't be a necessarily Goth subculture without it (all though it is possible that we all would have stuck with something else). There seem to be quite a bit of Goths across the Internet who prefer the dark fashion, despite the fact that many people believe that one needs to love the music to be considered Goth. Then again, without this particular fashion, we wouldn't be able to see who's who, now, would we? Besides that, it makes us different from the rest of the world when we dress how we want to dress.
So, what's more important: music or fashion? Ultimately, there's no correct answer for that question. You'll have to find out for yourself. If you prefer the music, then that's more important, and if you prefer the fashion, then that is. Those of us in the subculture who have half a brain won't belittle you for your choice. However, I must go ahead and say that you should do the fashion and listen to the music. My favorite bands of post-punk and related subgenres are probably The Cruxshadows, Apoptygma Berzerk, The Birthday Massacre, and Emilie Autumn. First, though, you should probably check out the original bands before anything:
- The Cure
- Siouxsie Sioux and the Banshees
- Joy Division
- Bauhaus
Finally, though, here's my thoughts on which is "more important":
Neither. I vote for the (general) mindset. Without it, there would be no Goth music, nor would there by any Goth fashion styles, NOR would there by any Goths. See? I have a point, dang it!
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