

A Murder of One is a punk band from Long Beach, California, rooted in the local underground scene. Their sound pulls from alternative, grunge, and punk, with clear influences from riot grrrl bands like Bikini Kill and Sleater-Kinney.
Their music is direct, loud, and politically aware, tackling themes like gender inequality, sexual autonomy, and self-expression without sugarcoating. Feminism and queer identity are central to what they do - not as slogans, but as lived experience woven into their lyrics.
A Murder of One draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of queer culture, weaving themes of identity, love, and acceptance into the fabric of their music. Their lyrics are a testament to the power of self-expression, celebrating the beauty of individuality in a world that often seeks to erase it.
At their core, A Murder of One challenges the status quo, smashing through the barriers of conformity and demanding to be heard. Their music is a call to arms for anyone who has ever felt marginalized, oppressed, or unseen - a reminder that their voices matter, that their stories deserve to be told.
You may like A Murder of One if you like any of their influences: Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Bikini Kill, Sleater Kinney, Local H, Blondie, 10,000 Maniacs, AFI, The Cure, New Order, The Gossip, Joan Jett, Fleetwood Mac, Jimi Hendrix, The Get Up Kids, Cursive.