Le Tigre’s 2001 Release Marks Shift in Kathleen Hanna’s Career
The band’s second album, released on Mr. Lady Records, combined electronic elements with feminist themes after the split of Bikini Kill.
By Alexei Brooks ·
Kathleen Hanna formed Le Tigre following the dissolution of Bikini Kill in 1997. The new group retained the aggressive feminist politics of its predecessor while incorporating electronica, art pop, and sampling into its sound.
The band released several albums and singles before disbanding in 2007. Members have reunited for live performances on several occasions since that date. Their second full-length record, Feminist Sweepstakes, came out in 2001.
The album was issued by the Mr. Lady record label. Art direction for the cover was handled by the band members with assistance from the London-based indie group Girl Ray. Krystal Wakem provided the artwork, while Girl Ray contributed photography and design.
Le Tigre is one of several artists featured in the November 7 episode of Stronger Than Dirt. The program aired between 8 and 10 p.m. and included tracks from Lemming, Tubeway Army, Family Fodder, Martha and the Muffins, Cheryl, Bongwater, Gomez, and Wannabes.
The broadcast also presented new music and a weekly segment called Dusty Diamond. This portion of the show focused on The Four Corners, an indie rock band from Athens, Georgia. The group existed for only a few years in the early 2000s.
The Four Corners released an EP in 2000 and an album in 2001. Their track Miss Moneypenny appeared on the 2001 album You Say You’re a Scream. The record was released on Kindercore Records.
Promotional art for Tubeway Army’s 1978 single Bombers on Beggar’s Banquet was also referenced. That image was photographed by Mike Stone.
