9. Le Tigre - Le Tigre
Their self-titled debut album garnered worldwide acclaim, but their label-Mr. Lady Records-is based here in Durham. Riot grrrl Kathleen Hanna sculpts ironic-but-still-danceable beats and punky guitars as the Tigres rail against Rudy Giuliani and debate John Cassavetes. Remember this band, because you'll be hearing a lot more from them next year.
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