William Francis Karren is an American musician, best known as the lead guitarist of the punk/riot grrrl band Bikini Kill, formed by Kathleen Hanna, with Karren, Tobi Vail and Kathi Wilcox.[1] He was also active in many other music projects, including the Go Team,[2] the Frumpies,[3] Corrections, and Spray Painted Love (with Tobi Vail).[4] He did not participate in Bikini Kill's 2019 reunion; his replacement was Erica Dawn Lyle.
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| Also known as | Billy Boredom |
| Genres | Punk, riot grrrl |
| Occupation(s) | musician |
| Instrument(s) | guitar |
| Years active | 1985–present |
| Labels | Bikini Kill Records |
In a Bikini Kill interview, Karren gave his influences as The Slits, The Ronettes, Chrissie Hynde, and Wire.[5]
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