7 Year Bitch

The Profile

7 Year Bitch was an American punk rock band from Seattle (1990–1997). The lineup featured Selene Vigil (vocals), Elizabeth Davis (bass), Valerie Agnew (drums), and guitarists Stefanie Sargent (until 1992) and later Roisin Dunne. They released Sick ’Em (1992), ¡Viva Zapata! (1994), and Gato Negro (1996).

Formed in Seattle in 1990; associated with the Pacific Northwest punk/grunge scene. Released two albums on C/Z Records (Sick ’Em, 1992; ¡Viva Zapata!, 1994—dedicated to Mia Zapata of The Gits) and one on Atlantic (Gato Negro, 1996; produced by Billy Anderson). The band publicly distanced itself from the riot grrrl label. Disbanded in 1997.

Seattle’s 7 Year Bitch fused punk urgency with grunge weight and a foxcore snarl. Our featured review dissects Gato Negro: its lo-fi punch, bass-driven writing, and unflinching lyrics about violence and survival. Context ties to The Gits and the dedication of ¡Viva Zapata! to Mia Zapata. Overall verdict: fierce, focused, and still cutting.