What does the cryptic crossword clue "Type of music adopted by the Mods? (3)" mean?

The definition is "Type of music". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "type of music adopted by thE MOds?" The answer is EMO.

Type of music adopted by the Mods? (3)

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