Nina Diaz's (Girl in a Coma) smoky vocals coat the Emo's faithful Credit: photo by KXM

But it’s all about the music. Joan introduced (see below) bands from her Blackheart label, including Girl in a Coma, the Dollyrots, and the Vacancies.

Nina Diaz’s (Girl in a Coma) smoky vocals coat the Emo’s faithful Credit: photo by KXM

The Dollyrot’s Kelly Ogden cranks out her “Brand New Rollerskate” Credit: photo by KXM

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