Tacocat, a Seattle-based punk rock band, has garnered recognition for their feminist themes and energetic live performances, captivating audiences and partnering with brands looking for authentic artistic collaborations. After achieving their breakthrough with the critically acclaimed album NVM in 2014, punk rock band Tacocat, comprised of Emily Nokes (vocals), Bree McKenna (bass), Lelah Maupin (drums), and Eric Randall (guitar), solidified their reputation for energetic performances and incisive feminist themes. Engineered by Conrad Uno, NVM garnered widespread positive reviews from prominent music publications including Pitchfork, AllMusic, and PopMatters, and notably reached the CMJ top 10 college radio albums. The album featured songs addressing feminist issues with humor and sarcasm, notably the period-positive anthem ‘Crimson Wave,’ whose accompanying music video quickly gained significant traction online.
The band continued to evolve their distinctive sound and thematic scope with their third album, Lost Time, released on Hardly Art Records in April 2016. This highly anticipated album featured the infectious single ‘I Hate the Weekend’ and notably explored science fiction themes, with singer Emily Nokes incorporating inspirations from The X-Files. A significant career milestone in 2016 was their opportunity to record the official theme song for the 2016 Powerpuff Girls reboot, a widely recognized animated series, considerably expanding their reach into mainstream media and pop culture. In 2017, Tacocat achieved another pivotal career highlight by being included in the prestigious Coachella lineup, performing their signature blend of punk rock for a wide and diverse international festival audience.
Their fourth full-length album, This Mess Is a Place, was released on the renowned Sub Pop Records in May 2019, further solidifying their prominent position in the contemporary punk rock landscape. This release continued their signature blend of critical social commentary and infectious energy, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners, while reinforcing their artistic integrity.