Colorado’s feminist punk force Cheap Perfume are back with Down to Riot, the fiery second single from their upcoming album Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask., out October 3 on Snappy Little Numbers Records. Known for their sharp mix of biting wit, uncompromising politics, and high‑energy punk, the band deliver a track that’s equal parts anthem and call to action.
Powered by jagged riffs, pounding drums, and defiant vocals, Down to Riot cuts straight to the core. Lyrically, it confronts post‑pandemic disillusionment, pushing listeners to resist complacency and fight back rather than tune out. It’s urgent, unapologetic, and built for shouting along in the pit.
Following their recent single Woke Mind Virus, this track reinforces Cheap Perfume’s place as one of Colorado’s most vital punk voices. With their raw energy and fiercely feminist message, the band has built a reputation for live shows that are as cathartic as they are incendiary—and Down to Riot captures that same electricity in the studio.
With Don’t Care. Didn’t Ask., Cheap Perfume aren’t just dropping an album—they’re issuing a manifesto.
