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“When I first started out I actually was trying to use music to promote feminist ideas and at certain points, anti-violence against women and girls-type causes I was involved in.”

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Kathleen Hanna, born on November 12, 1968, is an American musician known for her contributions to the punk rock genre. She is particularly recognized as the founder and lead singer of the band Bikini Kill, which became a significant part of the Seattle punk rock scene in the early 1990s. Hanna's music and lyrics often addressed feminist themes, including gender equality and women's empowerment. more

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