punk
48 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making punk. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole punk guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making punk?
Bikini Kill, Patti Smith, The Distillers, Jeff Rosenstock, X-Ray Spex, and Iceage are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/punk/girls lists 48, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making punk?
Further out, try Nina Hagen, Orange, Lunachicks, and The Interrupters.
Where should I start with punk?
Start with The Distillers and Avril Lavigne, then work your way out a level at a time.
where does your own listening sit? map your taste ✦
artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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