Le Tigre
Artist Type: Group
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Artist Biography
Le Tigre was a feminist electro post-punk band formed in 1998 by Kathleen Hanna. Initially envisioned as a live back up band for Hanna's solo project Julie Ruin, Le Tigre mixed the politics and feminism of riot grrrl with fun electronic samples and lo-fi beats. Other members included Johanna Fateman and JD Samson. JD joined Le Tigre as a full member when co-founder Sadie Benning left the band before the Feminist Sweepstakes album. JD had previously worked with the band as the roadie and operator of the slide show created by Sadie Benning for Le Tigre's live performances of the first record. The self proclaimed underground electro-feminist performance artists combined visuals, music and dance into their performances.
Artist Discography
Albums
Feminist Sweepstakes (2001-10-16)
Le Tigre (1999-11-30)
This Island (2004-10-19)
EPs
From the Desk of Mr. Lady (2001)
Singles
Hot Topic (1999-11-29)
