Liz Phair is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist who emerged in the early 1990s as a fierce voice in the indie rock scene. Born on April 17, 1967, in New Haven, Connecticut, and raised in Chicago, Phair gained attention with her 1993 debut album "Exile in Guyville." The album, which was a song-by-song response to the Rolling Stones' "Exile on Main St.," was lauded for its raw lyrical content and lo-fi production, heralding an era where female musicians could unapologetically express themselves. "Exile in Guyville" was critically acclaimed and has since been considered a seminal album for its honest portrayal of female sexuality, power, and vulnerability.

Phair continued to evolve as an artist, with follow-up records like "Whip-Smart" (1994) and "whitechocolatespaceegg" (1998) solidifying her as a mainstay in alternative rock. Despite changing sounds and a venture towards mainstream with her self-titled album in 2003, Phair's unwavering authenticity ensured her fanbase remained loyal. Celebrating her debut's 25th anniversary, Phair released "Girly-Sound to Guyville: The 25th Anniversary Box Set" in 2018, which included a remastered version of the breakout album along with early recordings from the "Girly-Sound Tapes," showcasing the raw talent that would shape her career. Her 2021 album, "Soberish," marks her return to the music scene with the same introspective and witty songwriting that has characterized her work from the start, proving that Liz Phair's influence on the indie music landscape continues to endure.

Genres

Alternative Pop

Alternative Rock

Candy Pop

Ectofolk

Lilith

New Wave Pop

Permanent Wave

Singer-songwriter

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Latest Release

Miss Lucy

Liz Phair

Single - Released June 22, 2023