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Peaches brings her transgressive punk spirit and raunchy gender revolt to Riot Fest

Peaches brings her transgressive punk spirit and raunchy gender revolt to Riot Fest

Electro-punk gadfly Peaches filled her Riot Fest debut with joy, humor, and varieties of simulated sex that even Gwar hasn't managed.

By Jamie Ludwig

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Music: Riot Fest is Chicago’s monster again. After years of expanding into other cities, the giant punk party is once more a strictly hometown affair—and the Reader weighs in on its bill, its brand, and more. Arts & Culture: Our fall preview includes a look at where the Chicago Architecture Biennial goes next.

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