Riot Grrrls and the power of the fan phenomenon: how feminism found its cultural voice

In Fucked. Feminist Fans. The Origins of #MeToo in Pop Music Culture , Leyre Marinas delves into the connections between music, feminist movements, and media-mediated sexism.

From the groupies of the 1960s and the publication of the Riot Grrrls! fanzine in Olympia, Washington, to the Girl Power of the Spice Girls, Madonna, Britney Spears, and Lady Gaga, this essay traces a unique journey through how feminisms have transformed pop culture.

Leyre Marinas debunks stereotypes that infantilize female fans, such as Taylor Swift's Swifties, and highlights their power as agents of change. Examples like the K-pop-led boycott of Donald Trump in 2020 or the #FreeBritney movement show how collective passion can challenge the status quo.

The #MeToo outbreak marked a turning point, connecting decades of feminist struggle from music to global activism and reflecting the impact of those who use their voices to transform society.

An essay for those who've ever felt "fucked" but decided to pick themselves up and move on. Ready to dive into this story.

Book details:

Written by : Leyre Marinas
Publisher: Two Mustaches
Year of publication: 2024
Format: Paperback with flaps · 344 pages
ISBN: 978-84-128622-1-8