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 rock collides with fierce feminist lyrics, creating a rallying cry for young women in the early '90s.
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Bikini Kill
Bikini Kill
Raw energy and punk sensibility collide with feminist urgency in short, explosive tracks that challenge societal norms.
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Huggy Bear
Weaponry Listens to Love
Raw, chaotic energy blends punk ferocity with art rock's experimental edge, creating a provocative and unfiltered sound.
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Huggy Bear
Shimmies in Super 8
Chaotic punk energy meets experimental art rock in a whirlwind of short, punchy tracks that defy traditional song structures.
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Lambrini Girls
Who Let the Dogs Out
A raw and rebellious fusion of punk rock energy with riot grrrl fervor, challenging societal norms and celebrating individuality.
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Team Dresch
Personal Best
A raw and energetic blend of punk rock and queercore, bursting with unapologetic defiance and personal expression.
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Team Dresch
Captain My Captain
A raw and energetic blend of punk rock and queercore that challenges norms with defiant lyrics and infectious melodies.
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Ekko Astral
Pink Balloons
A kaleidoscopic blend of noise rock and bubblegum pop, drenched in playful chaos and angst-driven energy.
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Jack Off Jill
Clear Hearts Grey Flowers
A chaotic blend of punk rock energy and gritty, feminist lyricism that captures the raw edge of early 2000s alternative music.
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Jack Off Jill
Covetous Creature
Eclectic remixes blend punk energy with experimental soundscapes, creating a chaotic yet captivating auditory experience.
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Corin Tucker
Kill My Blues
Raw, melodic power meets introspective lyrics in a vibrant blend of punk and rock that echoes the spirit of the riot grrrl movement.
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Ekko Astral
Quartz
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