The albums that define
riot grrrl.
Our picks for where to start with riot grrrl — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top riot grrrl artists
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The riot grrrl essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Bikini Kill
Revolution Girl Style Now!
Raw, energetic punk riffs collide with fierce feminist lyrics in a rallying cry for youth empowerment.
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Bikini Kill
Bikini Kill
Raw, confrontational punk energy collides with fiercely feminist lyrics, embodying the spirit of the riot grrrl movement.
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Lambrini Girls
Who Let the Dogs Out
Chaotic punk energy collides with sharp social commentary, creating an exhilarating riot grrrl anthem for a new generation.
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Team Dresch
Choices, Chances, Changes: Singles & Comptracks 1994–2000
A raw and energetic compilation that encapsulates the spirit of 90s punk and queercore with unapologetic authenticity.
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Huggy Bear
Weaponry Listens to Love
A raw collision of punk energy and avant-garde experimentation that challenges emotional norms.
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Huggy Bear
Shimmies in Super 8
A frenetic blend of art rock and punk energy, capturing the riot grrrl spirit in raw, concise bursts.
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Team Dresch
Personal Best
A raw and energetic blend of punk rock and queercore, brimming with unapologetic defiance and vibrant melodies.
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Jack Off Jill
Clear Hearts Grey Flowers
A raw fusion of punk and alternative rock, embodying the chaotic energy of the late '90s riot grrrl movement.
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Jack Off Jill
Covetous Creature
Experimental remixes blend punk energy with eclectic soundscapes, challenging conventions and redefining the band's sonic identity.
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Ekko Astral
Pink Balloons
A kaleidoscopic blend of punk energy and art rock experimentation wrapped in playful, bubblegum aesthetics.
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Corin Tucker
Kill My Blues
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