Riot Grrrls and the power of the fan phenomenon: how feminism found its cultural megaphone
In Fucked. Feminist Fans. The origins of #MeToo from musical pop culture, Leyre Marinas delves into the connections between music, feminist movements, and the sexism spread by the media.
From the groupies of the 60s and the publication of the fanzine Riot Grrrls! in Olympia, Washington, to the Girl Power of the Spice Girls, Madonna, Britney Spears, or Lady Gaga, this essay traces a unique journey through how feminisms have transformed pop culture.
Leyre Marinas dismantles the stereotypes that infantilize admirers, like the Swifties of Taylor Swift, and highlights their power as agents of change. Examples such as the boycott of Donald Trump led by Kpopers in 2020 or the #FreeBritney movement show how collective passion can challenge the status quo.
The outbreak of #MeToo marked a point of no return, connecting decades of feminist struggle from music to global activism, and reflecting the impact of those who use their voice to transform society.
An essay for those who once felt "fucked," but decided to rise and move forward. Ready to dive into this story.
