female artists

Beyoncé Is Redirecting Country Music to Its Black Roots

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

With “Texas Hold ‘Em,” Beyoncé ushers in a new era of understanding Black peoples’ influence on Country MusicKP: Country Music …

March 4, 2024

Welcome to the Renaissance: 5 Things We Hope to See in the Renaissance World Tour Movie

Paiton Young, University of Georgia

It’s awe-inspiring how Beyoncé motivates her fans to come in costume and participate in her events, setting trends even when fans are unsure of the reason for the specific color or theme requests.…

November 21, 2023

In an article about female artists, a swirling background with the faces of Nina Simone, Amy Winehouse and Lauryn Hill in the foreground.

Five Artists To Listen To During Women’s History Month

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

While female music artists should be appreciated year round, they deserve some extra special attention during the month of March.…

March 22, 2023

In article about Adele's 30 album, an illustration of the artist herself.

Adele’s ’30’ Is a Magical Listen That You Won’t Want To Miss

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The beloved artist released a new record after a five-year wait, which comes complete with mature vocals and styles.…

December 5, 2021

In article about Red (Taylor's Version), an illustration of Taylor Swift

‘Red’: Taylor’s Version and Taylor’s Time

Rory Conlon, De Anza College

In light of a battle over her master recordings, Swift has re-recorded her fourth album, and she did not disappoint.…

November 26, 2021

‘When I Close My Eyes’ Is the Uplifting Album Everyone Needs Right Now

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Chelsea Cutler's sophomore record deviates from her older music in the best ways possible, giving her fans hope for the present and the future.…

November 3, 2021

In article about album You Signed Up for This, a photo of Maisie Peters

Maisie Peters Hopes ‘You Signed Up for This’

Joy Young, Chapman University

The powerful pop sensation’s debut album is a nod to the chaos and dreaminess of youth.…

October 21, 2021

An illustration of four female indie artists.

Female Indie Artists Are Leading This Generation’s Musical Renaissance

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

There has been a recent wave of fantastic releases from rising and risen woman musicians, and fans of the genre have the pleasure of witnessing this changing of the guard.…

July 17, 2021

2021 Will Be Defined by Empowering Women in Music

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

With plenty of highly anticipated releases and online concerts slated for this year, here are the female artists to keep an ear out for.…

February 7, 2021

An artistic depiction of artist Tei Shi dancing in a music video for the song 'Die 4 Ur Love'

Tei Shi’s ‘Die 4 Ur Love’ Gives Us Something To Hold On To

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

The EP channels anxieties toward a bleak reality, employing the upbeat nature of indie-pop alongside feelings of loss, emptiness and the desire to escape.…

August 6, 2020

Illustration of the new Dua Lipa album, Future Nostalgia

Dua Lipa’s ‘Future Nostalgia’ Is the Upbeat Dance Party You Need Right Now

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

The title track begins, 'You want a timeless song, I want to change the game.' Over the course of 11 tracks, the British pop star accomplishes her goal.…

April 21, 2020

Ariana Grande Releases Surprise Live Album, ‘k bye for now (swt live)’

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician's live performances.…

January 3, 2020