Kevlar Bikini

**Kevlar Bikini** is a raucous Portland-based punk trio known for blending frenetic riffs, sardonic lyricism, and a DIY ethos that’s as unapologetic as their name. Emerging in the mid-2010s, they’ve carved a niche with releases like *Nailbiter Blues* and *Pre-Doomsday Orgy*, pairing mosh-pit energy with darkly humorous takes on modern dystopias. Their 2023 EP *Rants, Riffage and Rousing Rhythms* cemented their rep as underground favorites, while tracks like *Hi-Fi or Die* and *The Wailer* showcase their knack for merging garage-punk chaos with sly social commentary. Offstage, they’re vocal advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and indie artist solidarity, often collaborating with local zine collectives and grassroots venues. File under: *Punk with a purpose (and a middle finger)*.