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bandsn-b

etymology- originally coined by an anonymous prepsn-b and noted professor of bandsn-bology.

-noun
a teenager who identifies and finds solace in “underground” or subversive adolescent culture. normally incredibly elitist, the bandsn-b is notoriously exclusive only identifying with other subversives while ironically criticizing popular culture for its frivolousness conformity and selectiveness. the bandsn-b prefers its music to be controversial and disagreeable (often characterized by its loud obnoxiousness and unintelligible lyrics.) bandsn-bs are known for exclusively listening to unknown and obscure bands whom have not yet “hit the scene.” known for quickly disowning bands that experience any fleeting success, the bandsn-b is a fickle, skittish and noncommittal creature. the bandsn-b is typically adorned in nonfunctional clothing possibly because of its upsetting affect on popular society and its parents . wardrobes normally consist of (regardless of gender) a number of tight fitting hoodies-of a solid color or with an outrageous often divisive pattern, tight fitting girls’ jeans, stylish and unpractical shoes and a tight fitting band related tee-shirt often with an unintelligible symbolic band logo. this basic outfit does not change regardless of temperature, season or the formality of the occasion. the accessories stereotypical of a bandsn-b are carabineer not suitable for climbing for the purpose of holding car keys typically clipped to an outside belt loop, a belt turned sideways at all times so as to not hit the often faux-musician’s guitar, an incredibly large and expensive cell phone that can clearly be seen outlined in their tight pocket with the supposed purpose of planning gigs– and an -ssortment of earrings and tattoos.

technical note
-bandsn-b is never capitalized in any of its forms preferring to be controversial in its grammatical incorrectness and to retain its elite trendiness.

-a tight fitting zipper sweatshirt of light cotton with a hood (from which the nickname “hoodie” is suspected to have derived its etymology.)

–a show or performance by a band.
bandsn-bing

-verb
the act of doing or partaking in any of the above listed activities.
bandsn-bish

-adjective
the description of the subversive teen categorized above.
bandsn-bishly

-adverb
acting in a manner characteristic of a controversial music enthusiast.

bandsn-bism
-ideology
the religious or political ideology that centers on the worship and idealization of obscure bands.

bandsn-boligy
-study
the intricate and impartial study of modern rebellious teenage music devotees.
“i’s sorry i can’t go, i have to go to american appeal and get new girls jeans for the “among the trees” and “sing it proud” show, i hear there will be a lot of fellow bandsn-bs there.
n. someone who considers themselves a “true fan” of a band and is very very touchy about it. they are convinced that they are the band’s best fans and see everyone else as less enthusiastic, less devoted, less knowledgeable, etc. a band sn-b is pr-ne to hating on new fans: calling them fake or whatever. they also have a tendency to stop liking the band once they become “mainstream.” this happens a lot with semi-obscure bands that suddenly become popular.
ashley: omigod i love all time low so much!!!! they’re sooooo awesome!

pat: please. you only know what, one song? i liked them back when they first started. and i hate all their new stuff, their other cd was so much better.

ashley: don’t be such a band sn-b.