Scrunchies

About

Scrunchies is a Minneapolis-based rock band formed by Laura Larson (guitar, vocals) and Danielle Cusack (drums, vocals). Larson is known for her work with the punk band Baby Guts and the dance-punk trio Kitten Forever, while Cusack gained prominence with the indie grunge band Bruise Violet. The duo formed Scrunchies after mutual admiration of each other's bands and a brief stint together in a Buzzcocks cover band called Buzzcunts. They are passionate about encouraging young women and queers to find empowerment in playing music and embracing a DIY ethos. In 2018, with Stephanie Jo Murck on guitar and Bree Meyer on bass, Scrunchies released their debut album, "Stunner," which earned them spots on City Pages' "Picked to Click" and "Best Rock Band" lists, as well as in the lineup of First Avenue's "Best New Bands." After a year of touring the U.S., Murck and Meyer shifted their focus to other projects, and in late 2019, Larson and Cusack were joined by bassist Matt Castore of the hardcore punk band Condominium. Scrunchies brings an energetic live set, recalling the messy and cathartic energy of late '80s grunge, punk, and post-punk bands. Their sophomore album, "Feral Coast," was released in early 2022 through Dirtnap Records.