You’re A True 80s Rocker If You Can Pass This 1980s Rock Band Quiz

Which band’s name was inspired by Milwaukee slang?

Retry Correct Incorrect The Violent Femmes, hailing from Milwaukee, is an oxymoronic band name that combines the street slang of their hometown with “femme,” meaning wimps. Founded in 1980, their folk punk sound brought them much success and acclaim.

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Which band’s name was inspired by Milwaukee slang?

• Violent Femmes
• The Pet Shop Boys
• Eurythmics
• The Birds