Emo belongs to post-hardcore, pop punk and indie rock style while gothic rock is a form of punk rock, glam punk and post punk. Emo rockers preach release of primal energy with abstract and chaotic sub structures while Goth are recognized by emphasis on darkness in their tone, dress, hair dyes, make up, emotion, etc.

What do they call goths now?

“Hipster Goth” is usually used to todays more modern or contemporary goths who have found the current, new, and somewhat more popular Goth/Wave Revival to their liking.