Vancouver's the Pack A.D. is a duo of fire-breathing, whiskey-slugging badass babes. They blend heavy, rushing guitar, smoky vocals, and thundering lyrics that tell stories of dark pasts and looming revenge. The combination's guaranteed to turn any venue into a stadium show. With seven albums and two EPs under their belt, guitarist Becky Black and drummer Maya Miller sound like veteran rockers, their bluesy vibes reminiscent of the White Stripes with just a little more grit. Smart, intentional, and inspired, their music's steeped in a vast knowledge of rock history.

by EMILY VANKOUGHNETT