and has expanded to at least 26 other countries.
, and politics. It is often associated with third-wave
that rose in the 2010s. The genre has also been described as coming out of indie rock, with the
scene serving as an inspiration for a movement in which women could express themselves the same way men have been doing all along.
issues such as rape, domestic abuse, sexuality,
racism,
patriarchy, classism,
anarchism and female
empowerment. Primary
bands most associated with the movement by media include Bikini Kill, Bratmobile, Heavens to Betsy, and Huggy Bear. Also included were queercore groups such as Team Dresch and the Third Sex.
In addition to a unique
music scene and genre,
riot grrrl became a subculture involving a
DIY ethic, zines, art, political action, and activism. The movement quickly spread well beyond its musical roots to influence the vibrant zine and Internet-based
nature of fourth-wave
feminism, complete with local meetings and grassroots organizing to end intersectional forms of prejudice and
oppression, especially physical and emotional violence against all genders.
Riot grrrls are known to hold meetings, start chapters, and support and
organize women in
music as well as art created by
transgender people, gays and lesbians, and other communities.
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