women’s rights

Lesibu Grand are done apologizing to others in their latest track “I’m Not Sorry,” exclusively premiering with Alternative Press. “I’m Not Sorry” takes inspiration from early ’80s bands such as the Motels and Berlin. The band also explore a more sincere, self-reflective side of their work in comparison to some of their recent songs that […]

For 27 years, Anti-Flag have gone beyond being just a band. They’ve drawn attention to themselves by delivering specific political messages in a bold way. From highlighting former President George W. Bush’s controversies in 2004 with a compilation disc, Rock Against Bush, Vol. 1 and 2, to denouncing the Trump administration on 20/20 Vision earlier […]

Halsey is one of the most inspirational modern-day musicians. She’s never afraid to speak up for what she believes in, whether it’s advocating for women’s and LGBTQ+ rights or speaking passionately about her past struggles with homelessness.  While the singer makes many speeches at her shows and events, she often gets inspirational on Twitter about […]

Billie Eilish, Nine Inch Nails, Halsey the 1975, Foo Fighters, Vic Mensa and more than 130 other artists have joined a Planned Parenthood protest to fight against restrictive abortion laws.  Planned Parenthood’s music engagement campaign Ban Off My Body launched the online petition signed by dozens of artists as part of many upcoming initiatives to […]

Vic Mensa is proving his 93PUNX project is anything but a gimmick. Following up on his pointed “Camp America” video, he makes another clear stand on political issues with his video for “3 Years Sober.” Throwing his message into the face of anyone who watches, Mensa turns every verbal weapon in his arsenal on racism, homophobia and women’s […]

While it’s no secret that women and minority groups are often underrepresented across the board in regards to the music industry, the statistics to back it up are shocking. In a new study conducted by USC Annenberg, a group of professors and researchers analyzed diversity across a spectrum of over 700 popular songs from 2013 […]

The Trump administration just announced a ruling that allows employers to opt out of providing free birth control to millions of Americans if it violates an employer or insurer’s “religious beliefs” or “moral convictions.” According to the BBC, fifty-five million people benefited from the rule passed under Obama’s administration as part of the Affordable Care […]

Yesterday, millions of people took part the Women’s March On Washington—and in similar marches around the world—to send a bold message to the newly elected U.S. president and cabinet. Many artists participated in the event and shared a message of unity on social media. See some of the best moments below. Read more: Artists react […]

[Photo credit: Women's March On Washington Twitter] Today, millions of people took part in a worldwide Women’s March On Washington to send a bold message to Donald Trump and other newly elected officials. Many artists participated in the event as well as sent their messages of unity and love on social media. See some of […]

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 […]

Chiodos frontman Craig Owens has taken on Bikini Kill's Riot Grrrl classic “Rebel Girl” in support of organizations Equal Rights Advocates and Girls Rock Camp Alliance, which strive for female equality and empowerment. 100 percent of the profits from the purchase of  the cover from Owens' bandcamp page will go to the aforementioned organizations. Of his passion for the cause, Owens says: “I have always had […]

A few weeks ago we posted a list of 9 Things Women In Music Are Sick Of Experiencing, and it got quite the reaction from readers and musicians. One such musician was Mariel Loveland, frontwoman for Candy Hearts, who was inspired to write an op-ed about her own experiences with sexism. As she points out, […]

Indulge me for a moment: imagine you are lucky enough to have a little sister, niece, wife, or mother; a woman with which you hold a deep affinity. A woman that you would go to great lengths to protect from any harm that travels in her direction. Now realize, statistically, that probably makes you the […]