It sort of lends itself to a label. I really don't know how well the bands sell but I don't like them too much so when the topic's open for discussion I'll likely say things like "you know, I don't really care for those bands".
It really is better than nu-metal though. A lot of times it does sound a little close to pop-punk/emo (but LOUDER) though, ick...
I guess I'm sorta "elitist" in that I won't praise any band that comes down the pike with a couple of catchy songs for being screaming geniuses. :/
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