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Violence Girl chronicles the life of Alicia Armendariz, better known as Alice Bag, as she charts her journey from Mexican‑American upbringing in Los Angeles to becoming a defining voice of punk rock. Chairing the influential band The Bags, Alice brings firsthand accounts of the early 1970s punk scene, the challenges faced by women musicians, and the cultural upheaval that shaped the genre.
Her story intertwines personal struggles, creative triumphs, and the broader historical context of rock music in the United States. The book offers an authentic perspective on the rise of punk, the significance of *The Decline of Western Civilization*, and the lasting impact of underground musicians on American music history.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Alice Bag
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