Author: Hutchison

  • What Does Rebellion Look Like Now?

    What Does Rebellion Look Like Now?

    Is it an act, something you are, neither, or both? Calling out injustices and refusing to give space to anyone else’s message outside your own are good examples of rebellion in the past. Lately, other questions about what rebellion means have come to mind. Does it need to be loud? Verbally precise? Or rehearsed for that perfect moment? Like us, does rebellion evolve throughout time? Can it be quiet, or work in the background?

    Perhaps real rebellion is remaining here, in the now, amidst all the flurry. It’s just listening to someone. It’s letting yourself rest, while the world embraces hustle culture and glorifies burnout. Maybe it’s surviving complicated situations with your values intact.

    I’ve never considered myself rebellious; just unapologetically myself. Maybe that’s real rebellion.

    #jenniferfinch #punkrock

    Photo by Karla Rose Moheno – @karlarosem

  • Desperate Teenage Lovedolls in Chinatown

    Desperate Teenage Lovedolls in Chinatown

    I had the absolute pleasure of moderating a recent screening of Desperate Teenage Love Dolls over at Mark Mothersbaugh’s studio at the MutMuz gallery in downtown Los Angeles. Being back with this film — a gritty, raw, hilarious snapshot of Los Angeles punk girlhood — felt like catching up with an old friend who still knows all your secrets. The room was packed with longtime fans, curious newcomers, and a whole lot of energy. It was wild to see how this DIY cult classic still hits as hard now as it did back in the day.

    Desperate Teenage Love Dolls is pure underground magic — a raw, unapologetic look at the chaos of teen rebellion, shot on Super 8 with a budget of basically nothing and a whole lot of punk spirit. Directed by Dave Markey, the film follows three teenage runaways as they form a band and dive headfirst into the gritty world of fame, manipulation, and survival on the streets of Los Angeles. It’s part satire, part cautionary tale, and all heart — a time capsule of early ’80s DIY punk culture with no filters, no polish, and no apologies.

    The real treat was sharing the space with Dave Markey, the film’s director and an essential voice in chronicling punk from the inside out, as well as Janet Housden and Jennifer Schwartz, who lit up the screen all those years ago and brought that same spark to the conversation. We laughed, reflected, and peeled back the layers of what it meant — and still means — to create art outside the system, on your own terms. There was something special in the air that night. It wasn’t just nostalgia; it was reverence for the spirit of doing it yourself and doing it loud.

    Big thanks to Mark Mothersbaugh and the team at MutMuz for creating such a rad space to host this event. It reminded me how important it is to honor our weird, scrappy punk history and keep that rebellious flame lit. And for everyone who came out — thank you for bringing your love, your stories, and your curiosity. That kind of connection is why we keep showing up.

  • South Sound Block Party 2025 Essential Guide

    South Sound Block Party 2025 Essential Guide

    The South Sound Block Party in Olympia is about to get loud this August when L7 hits the stage on August 22nd! This high-energy festival delivers a stacked lineup of punk, rock n’ roll, and eclectic artists, all coming together in the heart of Washington’s capital. With multiple stages and a full day of music, the South Sound Block Party is the perfect setting for L7 to unleash their signature raw power. Children under the Age of 12 can attend FREE.

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    The Port of Olympia (Northpoint)
    606 Columbia St NW Olympia, WA 98501
    info@southsoundblockparty.com

    Directions via Google Maps

    FREE PARKING is available for general admission ticket holders; it’s first-come, first-served. Bike parking is next to the box office, and VIP pass holders receive designated parking upon arrival. Visit South Sound and the Port of Olympia online for more information.

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    WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT?

    Expect a heavy dose of riffs, rage, and a crowd ready to tear it up! L7 are especially excited to hit the stage in a town that’s been a hub for independent music and activism for decades. It’s always a thrill to reconnect with fans who’ve followed L7’s journey since the early days, and Olympia promises to deliver that electric vibe only the Pacific Northwest can provide. If you’re anywhere near Washington this summer, don’t miss your chance to join the party — see you in the pit.

    SET TIMES – Friday (August 22nd)
    L7 = 9:25 p.m.
    Thunderpussy = 8:25 p.m.
    Mike Love = 7:30 p.m.
    Khatumu = 6:45 p.m.
    Boy Deluxe = 6:00 p.m.
    Midnight High = 5:15 p.m.
    Kate Dinsmore = 4:30 p.m.
    Temper = 3:45 p.m.
    DOORS = 3:00 p.m.

    #SouthSoundBlockParty #Olympia #PunkRock #AlternativeRock #WashingtonState #L7theband #L7 #jenniferfinch #deeplakas #donitasparks #suzigardner #Bratmobile #Thunderpussy #MikeLove #Mihali #TeamDresch #SoulsWornThin #MidnightHigh #SunAtoms #LukeBorchelt #KateDinsmore #Coaster #CarlileFamilyBand #Temper #TheBedHeads #DanniRose

    @l7theband @therealbratmobile @southsoundblockparty @thunderpussiez @temperband_ @teamdresch @thecarlilefamilyband @mihalimusic @lukeborchelt @mikelovemusic @portofolympia @midnighthighband @dannirosej @thebeadheadsmusic @sun_atoms @coaster_509 @souls_worn_thin

  • An Idea For The Breast Date Ever

    An Idea For The Breast Date Ever

    They look great photographed—yours will too! 🥥🥥
 It doesn’t hurt. It’s not weird. And honestly?
I go once a year and enjoy it—like a hot date, but for my boobs!
    There are so many things in life that feel awkward or easy to put off.
This shouldn’t be one of them. Take your boobs on a date, this site has some great ideas!

    #MammogramReminder #BreastHealth 🎀 #TheyLookGreatScanned @radnetimaging #BreastCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #GetScreened #FeelYourBoobies #BreastHealth