In 1999 four Canadian teens dropped Spit, a raw and aggressive debut that carved space for women in a genre dominated by male rage.

Kittie didn’t just make noise, they made space. These teen girls were angry, emotional and proudly feminine, their sound still resonates across generations. Over 20 years later, they’re trending again, resurfacing on TikTok through edits, outfit recreations and relatable lyric quotes.

In this episode, Marc Lajeunesse and Safa Hachi explore how kittie fought back against misogyny with guttural vocals, eyeliner, and fierce vulnerability. From shaping alternative fashion to opening the doors for women in metal, we dive into the cultural legacy of a band that dared to scream back.

Before Around the Fur became a TikTok staple, Deftones were already defining the sexier, moodier corner of nu metal. With breathy vocals, distorted riffs, and a vibe that sits between violence and vulnerability, their sound has become a Gen Z identity marker.

In this episode, Marc Lajeunesse and Safa Hachi break down the band’s sonic evolution, viral (sex) appeal and the contradictions that make them so relatable to a generation obsessed with both individuality and trend cycles. From “My Own Summer” to “Change (In the House of Flies),” we explore how Deftones helped turn nu metal into a lifestyle.

In a lineup full of theatricality and angst, Rage Against the Machine stands out for turning nu metal into a tool of protest, with lyrics that respond to police brutality, racism and capitalism, their music still hits as hard today– especially for Gen Z.

In this episode, Marc Lajeunesse and Safa Hachi explore RATM’s debut album and how its message echoes through current movements, from anti-censorship protests in the 90s to conversations about war crimes, public health and modern rebellion. Unlike trend-driven virality, Rage Against the Machine’s influence is rooted in purpose, making them a different kind of icon in the digital age.