Kung Fu Girls

One of the Norwegian acts from the 90s that we remember with great fondness is the pop punk band Kung Fu Girls. This winter, the Øya booking crew managed to convince the band to pick up where they left off. In August they’ll be on stage in the Medieval Park. Whether you’re already a KFG fan or not at all acquainted with the band, we can promise you a dazzling display of catchy rock. This band represents eternal summer and never-ending teenage frustration. We’re really looking forward to hearing “Maria Is Beautiful”, “Vinnie”, “Nineteen Years”, “So Much Better”, and all the other faves.

Kung Fu Girls released two albums, ‘This Is the Kung Fu Beat” (1993) and ‘Puzzle’ (1995). The band emerged from the same scene that has given us successful acts like Gluecifer and Turbonegro, and also faves like Astroburger and Anal Babes. Kung Fu Girls were inspired by fuzz pop and punk rock, and also made sure to add a dash of surf. In other words, this sweet as sugar for anyone hooked on acts like Buzzcocks, Blondie, or Lemonheads. In August, Kung Fu Girls will be back to give an exclusive performance, and expectations run sky-high among both the young and the not-so-young.