Alex Born To Be Wild, a Berlin-based riot rock ensemble merges feminist activism with the raw energy of punk. Founded on Feminist Fight Day, the band explicitly identifies as intersectional, queer feminist and anti-patriarchal, using music as their primary vehicle for social and political change.
Rooted in activism, their music tackles systemic oppression, patriarchy, capitalism, and victim-blaming. Their lyrical narratives are unapologetically direct, aiming to empower marginalized voices and challenge societal norms. Songs emerge spontaneously, often sparked by real-life incidents and deep-seated emotions, transforming personal anger into collective empowerment.
Berlin’s sometimes challenging cultural environment, marked by limited funding and booking biases, has further fueled the band’s activism. They actively advocate for visibility and equal opportunities within the city’s music scene.
Their upcoming album, encapsulates the band’s powerful messages highlighting feminist issues from daily harassment to broader systemic injustices. Despite pressures from an increasingly commercialized music industry, the band remains committed to creating meaningful and cohesive albums rather than isolated singles.
Ultimately Alex Born To Be Wild sees music as a foundation for building a “feminist army”, rallying community solidarity to dismantle oppressive systems and envision a liberated, inclusive future.
Alex Born To Be Wild interview 14.06.2024
Wir Im Kiez Festival
Producer: Janne Vuorela
Weitlingkiez, Berlin
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Picture: Alex Born To Be Wild
