feminist punk

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 […]

Here's every riot grrrl reference you might've missed in Netflix's 'Moxie'

Amy Poehler’s Moxie is an impeccable homage to the riot grrrls of the ’90s and features numerous Easter eggs that highlight the importance of the women-led feminist punk movement. From Bikini Kill to Tacocat, the film is filled with iconic tracks, images and merch that defined an era of revolution. Moxie follows Vivian (Hadley Robinson) […]

Doll Skin: Love is dead and they’re reviving it with pure rock fury

Six years ago, Doll Skin rolled out of the Phoenix, Arizona, desert with the aim of splitting the difference between punk, rock, pop and even a touch of metal into their fast-paced, raw, emotive music. Although they’ve been called “the millennial second coming of the Runaways,” Doll Skin—vocalist Sydney Dolezal, guitarist Alex Snowden, bassist Nicole […]

Bikini Kill rock first gig in more than two decades

Bikini Kill played 27 songs at their first show in 22 years last night, and you can see what it was like below. The reunion show was one of three, after the band added two more dates following ticket scalper issues. Read more: Nicolas Cage gives “Purple Rain” an angsty update at karaoke bar The […]