BETTY
Pop · US · Active since 1986

BETTY

High-energy alternative pop defined by razor-sharp three-part harmonies and a theatrical, defiant spirit. Perfect for feeling powerful and unapologetic.

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, later becoming a staple of the New York City underground scene. Comprised of Amy Ziff, Elizabeth Ziff, and Alyson Palmer, the group is distinguished by their intricate three-part vocal harmonies and a genre-blurring style that incorporates elements of rock, cabaret, and performance art.

They gained early notoriety through their association with the 9:30 Club and their educational appearances on the HBO series Encyclopedia. Culturally, BETTY occupies a vital position in LGBTQ+ music history, serving as a prominent voice for lesbian visibility long before mainstream acceptance. Their career arc includes an off-Broadway musical, 'BETTY RULES', and significant television exposure as the composers and performers of the theme song for Showtime's 'The L Word'. Critically, they are praised for their lyrical wit and vocal precision, often compared to a more subversive, rock-oriented version of The Roches. Their influence persists in the intersection of queer activism and independent pop music.

Our Catalog5 Albums · 1991 · 2009
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