British alternative quartet Skunk Anansie played what their lead singer, , called clit-rock — an amalgam of heavy metal and Black feminist rage. began singing in high school for a classmate’s band after considering the offer for over a year. Six years after that band broke up, the members of Skunk Anansie (including bass player Cass, guitarist Ace, and drummer Robbie France, who was replaced by Mark Richardson in 1995) met one another by chance. Their name was taken from the West Indian folktales of Anansi the Spider-Man, with a slight change of spelling and “Skunk” added to make the name nastier.

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Known for tackling social and political themes, the band captivated audiences worldwide with hits like “Weak” and “Hedonism“. After over 30 years, Skunk Anansie remains a powerful force in music, influencing generations with their genre-defying sound and electrifying live performances.

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