Rebel Grrrls

The unfiltered story of women in the punk scene-- celebrating the highs, confronting the lows, and proving the power of community.

From the gritty streets of 1970s London to the sun-soaked beaches of 2000s California, Rebel Grrrls: The Real Story of Women and Punk is a raw and exhilarating exploration of rebellion and identity through the eyes of its fans. This book goes beyond the musicians, spotlighting the women who defied small-town limitations, challenged family expectations, and shaped the scene from the inside out.

Molly Tie examines what the movement has meant to millions of fans, setting their experiences within a wider cultural and political landscape. What is it like to be a woman at a gig? How did artists like Poly Styrene, Siouxsie Sioux, and The Slits redefine punk's possibilities? Which songs truly reflect the female experience in a male-dominated space? And how does our connection to alternative music change when powerful figures face allegations of abuse?

Spanning every era--from the British explosion and American hardcore to riot grrrl, pop punk, emo, ska, and today's activist revival--Tie reveals how women in the movement have fought to be heard, proving that, at its best, punk is about refusing to stay silent.