Minneapolis, MN band (1987-2001)
Los Angeles musician, recorded music in Olympia for K Records and Yoyo Recordings
Olympia metal band (1997-2001)
Bikini Kill is an iconic punk band formed in Olympia, Washington in 1990, and dissolved in 1997. Known for pioneering the Riot Grrrl movement, they combined raw, feminist punk rock with politically charged lyrics. The band, led by Kathleen Hanna, Tobi Vail, Kathi Wilcox, and Billy Karren, challenged sexism and promoted female empowerment in the male-dominated punk scene. Their DIY ethos and outspoken activism in Olympia's underground music community helped inspire a wave of feminist punk bands and zines, solidifying their legacy as one of the most influential punk bands of the 90s. The group has reunited for tours since 2017.
Japanese band (1986-2013) featured on two Yoyo Recordings compilations.
Bratmobile was formed in 1991 by Allison Wolfe and Molly Neuman in Eugene, OR while they were students at The University of Oregon. Their song "Girl Germs" (also the name of their influential zine) was the first track on the Kill Rock Stars compilation. Shortly after forming, the group added guitarist Erin Smith. They relocated to Washington, DC, while keeping a strong collection with Olympia, nurturing the developing riot grrrl movement in solidarity with their west coast comrades. The group disbanded in 1994, reuniting in 1999-2003 and recording two additional albums. The group's influence has been widespread and timeless, and they have continued to reunite for tours and engagements since 2019.
Anacortes, WA band (1988-Present)
Featured on Knw-Yr-Own compilation cassette To Go Nowhere (1990)
Seattle metal band (1995-1998)
Olympia "garage prog" band (1996-present)
Band formed in Olympia (1988) and dissolved in Portland, OR (1992)
Atlanta, GA-born musician (1992-present)
Performed at the first Ladyfest in 2000
Short-lived Olympia band (1990)
Washington, DC post-hardcore band (1990-1993)
Washington, DC punk band (1995-1998) formed from the ashes of Bratmobile.
Japanese noise rock band (1989-1998)
Raleigh, NC metal band (1982-present)
Theatrical German folk band (1989-present)
A duo from Olympia (1990-1992)
Not to be confused with the singer from the band Hole.
Bellingham, WA indie pop band (1990-1994)
Portland, OR ska band (1982-1994)
Tumwater metal band (1980s)
Anacortes, WA trio of Bret Lunsford, Karl Blau and Phil Elverum (est. 1996)
Olympia punk band (Late 1980s). Dangermouse formed with Joe Kees and Stan Dunster (vocals), George Smith (drums), and Donna Dresch (bass). The lineup changed over the years to include Kurt Flansburg (vocals), John Goodmanson (guitar), and Garth Reeves (bass).
Portland based musician, b.1969 d.2003. Performed at Yoyo A Go Go in 1997 and 1999 and two of his albums were released on Kill Rock Stars.
Ska band that emerged from the aftermath of Acme Ska Corp, 1994-2000. The group toured with legacy international acts and enjoyed a following outside of Olympia.
Lincoln, NE Queercore duo (1996-2007)
Seattle hardcore band, 1980s
Seattle punk band, 1979-2001
Olympia punk band, 1997-2007. Reunited sporadically until the 2019 death of frontman Mikey Dees.
(1998-2000) Olympia band featuring Jessica Espeleta, Jesse Frances, Maggie Vail, and Tobi Vail. Frenchie and the German Girls played Ladyfest in 2000.
Olympia all-girl band, late 1980s
Influential San Diego-based artist whose first airplay was on KAOS, and featured multiple times in OP Magazine. Played in Olympia in the early 1980s.
Seattle band, 1989-2006
Olympia music project with Khaela Maricich of The Blow playing ukulele. (1998-early 2000s)
Tacoma rock band, 1983-present
Bay Area punk band, 1989-Present
Olympia band, 1980s
Seattle proto-grunge band (1984-1988)
Olympia rock band, early 1990s
(fact checking in progress) Herd of Turtles were: David Dunkley, Brett Olsen and George Smith (drummers); Sean Hudson and Keith Montgomery (bass players), Shawn Lawlor
Olympia band, early 1990s. Band members: Jerry Jaime-guitar, Jon "Quitty" Quittnerj- guitar, John Dahlin- Bass, Jason Reece-drums, Andy Peregrin-singer
Ferocious punk band in the late 1990s, precursor to Wolves in the Throneroom.
Olympia band, early 1990s
Atlanta, GA folk-rock duo (est. 1985), performed at Homo A Go Go
American indie musician, performed at Yoyo A Go Go in 1994.
Washington, DC band (1989-1997)
Bay Area punk band, 1990s
Iconic belated solo performer, active in Olympia 1999-2009, then in Oakland until the tragic Ghost Ship Fire took his life in 2016.
