Russian activists Pussy Riot burned the patriarchy at El Club Wednesday night with their fearlessness and sharp humor. Though the balaclava-wearing female collective literally ran out of songs to play (they only have a handful of recordings) the message was received: Pussy Riot grabs back.

Girl Fight and the Freebleeders opened.

Photos by Jay Jurma.

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