Bikini Kill Olympia, Washington
Bikini Kill is a feminist punk band that was based in Olympia, WA and Washington DC, forming in 1990 and breaking up in 1997. Kathleen Hanna sang, Tobi Vail played drums, Billy Karren (aka Billy Boredom) played guitar and Kathi Wilcox played bass. Bikini Kill is credited with instigating the Riot Grrrl movement in the early 90’s via their political lyrics, zones and confrontational live show. ... more
Bikini Kill recommends:
Sanguine Truth
by The Casual Dots
Sanguine Truth was released on Ixor Stix (the band's own label) in September. It's a masterpiece.
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The Casual Dots (Self Titled)
by The Casual Dots
Absolute classic.
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Voices Carry/Rebel Girl - SOLD OUT
by Kathleen Hanna and The Rickets/Minor Upsets
supported by 6 fans who also own “The Real Distractions”
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supported by 5 fans who also own “The Real Distractions”
This album is amazing from start to finish! It's got such a cool, poetic, punk rock vibe. Hits the soul, for real. Please come play in Miami, Florida soon! Thank you for your art!
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Xylitol Dauðyflin Tour Tape
by Xylitol
A terrific suckerpunch, two new songs (one cover) from two punk bands with some of the best raucous energy going.
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Shallow Drownings
by Soggy Creep
If you've still got a gas station jacket hanging in your closet, you may love the '90s Olympia punk churn of Soggy Creep.
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