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Skinny Girl Diet is a british political punk band formed in London, England. The group consists of singer, song writer and guitarist Delilah Holliday, bassist Ursula Holliday, and drummer Amelia Cutler. Often described as a Riot Grrrl band, they are known for feminist social commentary and DIY production.

Biography
The band is made up of sisters, Delilah and Ursula Holliday and cousin Amelia Cutler, who began playing together in their early teens. While between the ages of 12 to 14, Skinny Girl Diet performed for the first time in a pub basement as the opening act for former The Slits guitarist Viv Albertine. Since then, they have become known for bringing an updated approach to the feminist art punk ideals associate with the Riot Grrrl Movement of the 90s. They have been vocal about addressing the lack of female musicians that still exists in today's music industry, as well as other issues of equality under a contemporary feminist context.

The group also contributed work to the "Female Matters" exhibition to raise funds and awareness about the fight against FGM.

In 2015, they were featured on Billboard.com's list of "20 All-Female Bands You Need To Know." and featured on the cover of The Beat Magazine's Spring Issue.

Influences
The band cites a range of musical influences, ranging from Japanese metal, punk, to David Bowie. Their influences also, include Clara Rockmore, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Memphis minnie, Mc5, Pussy Galore and The Breeders.

Career
In July of 2014, Skinny Girl Diet released their EP "Girl Gang State of Mind." They have collaborated with fashion designer Claire Barrow and the pop-punk band Matches, along with producing various DIY zines.

Their second release, the "Reclaim Your Life" EP, dropped on October 16, 2015.

Extended Plays

 * "Girl Gang State Of Mind" (2014)
 * "Reclaim Your Life" (2015)