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- Adele. British-born singer-songwriter Adele has managed to become one of the world’s bestselling artists. Her jazzy voice elevates her pop songs from basic to timeless, earning her fans from all generations, and lending weight to her authentic persona.
- Adrianne Lenker. Best known as the vocalist and lead guitarist for the band Big Thief, Adrianne Lenker has found success as both a part of this folk band and as a solo artist.
- Alabama Shakes. Southern rock band Alabama Shakes, led by vocalist Brittany Howard, met in high school in the late ‘00s. Unique both in their sound and in the fact they are a true rock ‘n’ roll band helmed by a woman (a rarity), the group was wildly successful in their early days, earning nine Grammy nominations over the course of five years.
- Alicia Keys. In 2009, Billboard named Alicia Keys as one of the top artists of the ‘00s decade. It was a well-earned honor for one of the most decorated female musicians of all time.
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- Kate Bush (1958-) Emerging from the English countryside at the age of 19, Kate Bush already knew how to elevate her music to the level of high art. Her debut single, Wuthering Heights (from her debut album, The Kick Inside), took inspiration from Emily Brontë’s novel of the same name, with Bush channelling the 250-page psychological drama into a four-minute pop masterpiece, making her the first female artist to hit the UK No.1 spot with an entirely self-penned song.
- Aretha Franklin (1942-2018) A beacon of light when your spirit is in the dark, Aretha Franklin has made a lasting contribution to both music and culture.
- Joni Mitchell (1943-) Must hear: The Last Time I Saw Richard.
- Missy Elliott (1971-) Missy Elliott established her career in the early 90s with the R&B group Sista. In 1997, however, she marked her arrival as a solo artist with her iconic debut album, Supa Dupa Fly.
May 15, 2024 · Some of these top female singers are just becoming exposed to a wide audience, while others, like Adele and Taylor Swift, are known around the world for their vocal talents. Featuring young pop stars, famous artists, Black vocalists, and more, this list of top female artists has it all!
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Aug 24, 2021 · Many other female musicians, like Adele, Lana Del Rey, Florence Welch, Ellie Goulding, and Lady Gaga, have acknowledged that they likely wouldn't have found their own success,...
An influential female musician is someone whose impact extends far beyond their musical work – impacting society at large, trends, cultural movements, and even politics, while inspiring up-and-coming generations.
Nov 20, 2018 · The results are in for our reader poll of the most influential women and non-binary musicians of this century. Your picks help us consider and question what "influence" can mean in new ways.
Mar 17, 2023 · Despite any attempts to minimize or erase their contributions in music, women continued to forge ahead and innovate across all the genres. Learn about 15 pioneering women who have made music...
