Tweens

Tweens emerged from the fertile Cincinnati, Ohio DIY scene in 2012, quickly distinguishing themselves through a unique blend of 'trash pop' that synthesizes 1960s girl-group aesthetics with the aggressive lineage of Midwestern punk. The band's core identity was forged by Bridget Battle, who transitioned from electronic noise projects to lead this trio, alongside Peyton Copes and Jerri Queen of the experimental punk band Vacation.

This pedigree is vital to their sound; they possess a technical restlessness and a comfort with dissonance that elevates their music above standard power-pop revivalism. Their rapid ascent was catalyzed by a high-profile opening slot for The Breeders, which led to extensive touring and a critically acclaimed debut album recorded with Eli Janney. Critically, they are viewed as a bridge between the melodic sensibilities of the 1990s riot grrrl movement and the scuzzy garage-rock resurgence of the early 2010s. While their output slowed after their initial burst, their influence persists in the 'bubblegum-grunge' niche, celebrated for maintaining a raw, live-to-tape energy even in studio settings.