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Fat Girls Rock! So why aren't there more in Rock Music?
Activism, Guest Posts, Social Media Darliene Howell Activism, Guest Posts, Social Media Darliene Howell

Fat Girls Rock! So why aren't there more in Rock Music?

Finding a famous plus size female guitar player in the history of rock music can be a rare challenge. There are way too many slim female guitar players on Instagram and Tiktok. I barely see any fat girls screaming with an electric guitar. Fat liberation and plus size positivity needs to be seen in rock music. It is crucial. I live for rock music and I’m very passionate and vocal about being a fat girl in rock.

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