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2 days ago · Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, black women in rock drew inspiration from a diverse range of musical genres, including funk, soul, and R&B. Artists like Betty Davis, a funk pioneer known for her bold and provocative lyrics, pushed the boundaries of rock music and paved the way for future generations of female musicians.
2 days ago · According to Billboard, Doja Cat closed 2021 as the bestselling female R&B and hip-hop artist in the US, and the fourth bestselling female artist overall, additionally placing six songs on the year-end Hot 100.
5 days ago · The "Golden Age of Hip Hop" may have been in the 1990s, but the sound took root in the 1980s, as well as the fashion styles that came with it. The 80s hip hop fashion scene, dominated by the likes of Run-D.M.C. and LL Cool J, laid a robust foundation with its bold Adidas tracksuits and Kangol hats. As we transitioned into the 90s, this fashion ...
5 days ago · Pages is a luxe affair, an exercise in classic-to-contemporary British R&B and pop excellence. This is heard immediately at its start with “Missiles,” a midtempo stunner trimmed in orchestral curio, tied to a loping groove and backbeat.
At her 2013 live concerts, Ashanti demonstrated why she remains one of the top-selling female R&B artists of all time, wowing ticket buyers with her energy and friendly personality. Her soft, sweet voice has long been a favorite among R&B lovers for its subtlety and smoothness, and her new material is no exception – 2013's "I Got It ...
5 days ago · Art historian Bridget Quinn delves into the lives and careers of 15 brilliant female artists in text that's smart, feisty, educational, and an enjoyable read. Replete with beautiful reproductions of the artists' works and contemporary portraits of each artist by renowned illustrator Lisa Congdon, this is art history from 1600 to the present day ...
5 days ago · Though they've been around for years, white female rappers have emerged more and more recently, bringing their unique voices and energies to the rap game. Huge artists like Iggy Azalea, Kesha, and Fergie are torch bearers for white women in hip-hop, while more underground artists like Kreayshawn, Lil Debbie, and Dessa impact the scene from a ...
