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The Linda Lindas pay tribute to their cat in new single "Nino"—listen
Riot grrrl band the Linda Lindas have shared a new single inspired by vocalist/guitarist Bela’s cat, Nino. Featured on their 2020 debut EP was a track about Bela’s siamese cat Monica, and the group say Nino got jealous and wanted his own song. Read more: “Redefining Feminism in Punk: Los Angeles” celebrates women in music […]
“Redefining Feminism in Punk: Los Angeles” celebrates women in music
The Linda Lindas, Hole’s Patty Schemel, Backstage Pass and more appear in the latest episode of Dr. Martens documentary film series. Titled “Redefining Feminism in Punk: Los Angeles,” the episode highlights the important role of women in the history of punk. The footwear brand announced their 2021 “Dr. Martens Presents: Music & Film Series” lineup […]
Aly & AJ's first album in 14 years will be the soundtrack of your summer
It has been 14 years since Aly & AJ released an album, but they are back and ready to soundtrack your summer. Thanks to their music as well as various acting gigs, Aly & AJ secured their place as pop culture staples in the 2000s. Their last album Insomniatic included the iconic “Potential Breakup Song,” […]
41 women empowerment anthems that should be played as loud as possible
With Women’s History Month coming to a close today, it’s vital to carry these messages of intersectional feminism and empowerment throughout every day to come. These musicians aren’t only wonderful leaders in the music industry spanning over decades—they’re using their platform to spread messages of self-love and growth as well as sharing stories of hardship […]
20 bands keeping the riot grrrl spirit alive in their own unique way
The riot grrrl underground feminist punk movement began in the early ’90s in the Pacific Northwest before expanding to the rest of the world. Credited by some for kick-starting third-wave feminism, riot grrrl was a scene where women could express themselves through music. Many bands were influenced and started because of riot grrrl, with the […]
10 albums from the ’90s that pushed the feminist movement to new heights
It’s a bit sad that feminism and music go so perfectly hand in hand. The movement shouldn’t have to be twisted into a countercultural phenomenon driven by defiance. After all, in any reasonable world, the equality and representation of women and marginalized groups should be inherent. As it stands, though, feminism depends on rationally minded […]
10 rising UK-based pop-punk bands you need to hear
You don’t have to look far to see U.K. bands making waves in the pop-punk scene. Groups such as Boston Manor, Trash Boat and As It Is have all made significant contributions to the latest revival era. But what’s going on in the underground? Quite a lot, as it turns out. And the beauty of […]
Instagram, Facebook blocking women, LGBTQ-owned ads, brands say
Instagram and its parent company Facebook are under fire from queer and feminist brands who say the platforms refuse to run their ads on users’ feeds. Feminist newsletter Salty revealed recently that it tried to run ads on Instagram of its latest cover, but was denied. Salty also runs a website with a focus on […]
Halsey shares inspiration for “Nightmare,” dedicates song to young women
Halsey has shared some insight behind her inspiration for her latest song “Nightmare.” To backtrack, Halsey just dropped the new song today after teasing a new era that sent fans into a frenzy. Read more: Palaye Royale reflect on milestone ‘Boom Boom’ eras show count Halsey first started turning her latest leaf last week after […]
Billie Joe Armstrong ponders gender-swapped ‘American Idiot’ musical
Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has an interesting suggestion for a whole new version of musical based on the album of the same name, American Idiot. Armstrong went to see a production of the musical at Chapman College in California. It was there he came up with the idea. Read more: The 1975 foreshadowed ‘A […]
Green Day under fire for lacking female voice in feminist book
Green Day are under scrutiny following the announcement of their new feminist-inspired book, Last Of The American Girls. Described by the publisher as “an inspiring homage and handbook for the rebellious everywoman who refuses to capitulate,” fans have raised questions concerning the all-male team behind the book. Read more: Evan Peters says he’s sitting out ‘American […]
Green Day releasing feminist book named after 2009 song
Green Day have done a lot in their career, and now they’re gearing up to try something totally new — releasing a book. All three band members have collectively co-authored their debut book, which is a full-color picture book about feminism for girls. It’s illustrated by Frank Caruso. Read more: Good Charlotte announce summer shows […]
Grammys gave awards to more than 80 percent more women this year
In nearly all aspected, the 2019 Grammys were dominated by women. In fact, the number of female winners increased by more than 80 percent this year than in 2018. Read more: 13 of the best memes from the 2019 Grammy Awards Last year, only 17 of the 86 awards were won by women or female-led […]
Girl gangs and the “do-it-together” attitude in the DIY punk scene
[Pictured L-R: Charmpit, Dream Nails; photos by L-R: Nina Pennick, Claudia Moroni] The patriarchy weaves a plethora of tall tales to keep its ego in check and the biggest of those is that women can’t stand each other. Even when we were pitted against each other by repugnant, morose men, we didn’t really want to […]
This women in rock web series starring Margaret Cho, Lydia Lunch, more has launched an Indiegogo
Sure, musical shows already exist: just look at Vinyl, Flight Of The Concords, The Get Down, Roadies, or The Might Boosh, to name a few. But the thing is, the women are always groupies, roadies, singing girl-group femmes or facilitators for the guys. And that’s where Venus Flytrap comes in. It’s a new musical comedy […]
Hayley Williams, Julien Baker, more part of Bleached's feminist zine to benefit Planned Parenthood
[Photo credit: Facebook] Today, Bleached announced that they would be releasing a new EP, Can You Deal?, on Mar. 3. What’s even cooler? In addition to the EP, the band will be releasing a new zine—also titled Can You Deal?—on the same day, featuring words from the likes of Paramore’s Hayley Williams, Julien Baker and more, […]
Watch these women use punk rock to fight street harassment in Mexico
AJ+ has published a video of three women, “Las Hijas De Violencia,” who are fighting Mexico’s street harassment problem with punk rock as their weapon. Check out the video below. Read more: Hayley Williams on being a feminist: “‘Misery Business’ is not a set of lyrics that I relate to” “When we we are walking down […]
Hayley Williams on being a feminist: "'Misery Business' is not a set of lyrics that I relate to"
It appears that Hayley Williams has been receiving flack for the lyrics in Paramore's breakout track, “Misery Business,” which was released in 2007. Instead of ignoring the noise, she penned a blog on the matter, in which she claims, “'Misery Business' is not a set of lyrics that I relate to as a 26-year-old-woman. I […]
We reached out to 37 female musicians about their experiences with sexism, only 5 responded
Last year, we published an article detailing just a select few things women in music are sick of experiencing. The response was overwhelming, with currently 170 comments left on the article, some of which asked us to revisit the topic and involve musicians. After toying with the most effective context for the story for almost […]
Members of Russian feminist punk group Pussy Riot could face seven years in prison
The BBC reports today that two members of Russian feminist punk group Pussy Riot remain in custody after overrunning the pulpit of a church last month and protesting Russian president-elect Vladimir Putin. The women, Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Mariya Alekhina, will be held until Apr. 24 and could face up to seven years in prison for the […]
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