The Julie Ruin is a force to be heard live!
by cmbeannyc on 7/24/16The Sinclair - CambridgeIf debating, just go. They sound amazing and are very generous on stage
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THE JULIE RUIN IN CONCERT:
With a sound that falls between arty punk and grungy pop, The Julie Ruin have been treating fans to fun-loving shows bursting with raw energy ever since they started rocking Brooklyn venues in 2010. Frontwoman and original riot grrrl Kathleen Hanna has always captivated audiences by snarling her opinionated anthems over the charging beat. The rest of the group pumps up fans with everything from disco synths to distorted power chords, driving the excitement level into the red on favorites like "Oh Come On", "Girls Like Us", and "I Decide". The high-energy, pure-fun approach of The Julie Ruin leaves a lasting impact on ticket buyers, who get swept up in the untamed energy these enthusiastic punk rockers bring to the stage.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Kathleen Hanna first took an interest in feminism at the age of nine when her mother took her to see feminist activist Gloria Steinem speak. When her group Bikini Kill released their 1994 debut album Pussy Whipped, Hanna became an icon in her own right by fusing feminist lyrics with punk music. The riot grrrl pioneers amicably parted ways in 1998, giving Hanna the time to self-record and release a solo album under the pseudonym Julie Ruin. She next found success by fusing electroclash and LGBT activism in the band Le Tigre, though she was forced to leave the group in 2005 due to health issues. After her recovery Hanna revisited her solo project and formed a full band ñ The Julie Ruin. The quintet impressed audiences and critics right out of the gates with the garage rock sound of their 2013 debut Run Fast. With their sophomore album Hit Reset and a North American tour generating buzz 2016, The Julie Ruin have fans eager to witness their raw sound and unyielding energy in concert.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5by 5164510324654 on 7/24/16The Sinclair - Cambridge Amazing energy and showmanship from Seth Bogart Show and the Julie Ruin! SO GOOD!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 The Julie Ruin!!!
by Radio7Flyer on 11/9/14troubadour - Los AngelesThe Julie Ruin is so unique and amazing! Kathleen Hanna is such an awesome performer. Her little stories and comments in-between songs are worth coming to see alone. I have been following her since her Bikini Kill days and love everything she does. This is the kind of band that makes you love music like you did when you were 16.
Rating: 5 out of 5by someoneelse99 on 10/28/13Music Hall of Williamsburg - Brooklyn great energy, great show. i recommend seeing them!
Rating: 2 out of 5 Julie ruin was miserable
by koil on 9/9/13Bowery Ballroom - New YorkEveryone in the band looked miserable!' I was really let down cause this was the first show of theirs. It looked like they were just together to make money and not music. I would not recommend seeing the Julie ruin. I was right at the front row and it was such a dull preformance. Then Kathleen Hanna started blaming her "chronic illness".... I didn't pay for excuses.
Rating: 5 out of 5by hotfruithater on 9/8/13Bowery Ballroom - New York This was an excellent show and I really enjoyed seeing them at this venue.
Rating: 4 out of 5 The Queen Returns
by bigbeat52 on 9/6/13Bowery Ballroom - New YorkI was so excited to see her again after this many years. Being a major fan of Bikini Kill and especially Le Tigre hearing her voice again put a huge smile on my face. I was happy to hear old and new Julie Ruin as well as Le Tigre. Sadly, I went with a friend who had to leave early to catch a train so I missed the encore. I'm sure I missed some amazing stuff. I wish the set was longer but as time goes by i'm sure the setlist will get longer.