Formed in 1999 in Searcy, Arkansas, Gossip fused post-punk revival, indie rock, and dance-rock into a raw, exhilarating force led by the powerhouse vocals of Beth Ditto, guitarist Nathan "Brace Paine" Howdeshell, and drummer Hannah Blilie. Echoing the gritty urgency of the Ramones and the bold strut of Madonna, while channeling Bessie Smith's soulful depth and The Go's garage edge, they erupted with 2006's Standing in the Way of Control, a defiant anthem collection that blended pop hooks with punk bite.

Breakout hits like "Standing in the Way of Control" propelled them to festival stages and TV soundtracks, their sweaty, inclusive live energy setting them apart in the indie scene. After Music for Men (2009) and A Joyful Noise (2012), they paused in 2016, reforming for tours and 2024's Real Power. Peers like Beth Ditto's solo ventures and Dua Lipa nod to their vibrant legacy.