Women in Music

In a world where it feels like every field is male dominated, it’s good to be reminded of girl power. As Beyonce once said, “We run the world!” After seeing marches around the country last month, it only feels fair to acknowledge the women who run music. Here are a couple of our favorite fierce, femme artists, who remind us that girl power is only a play button away.

Amy Winehouse: Amy Winehouse has some serious soul. If you can’t pick that up from her vocals (and pretty depressing) lyrics, you can tell by her deep, expressive voice. The Grammy winner made the 27 Club when she died in 2011, but still left a lovely legacy.

Best Songs: Cover of “Valerie,” “Rehab,” and “Back to Black.”

Regina Spektor: A singer and pianist, Regina Spektor became a popular indie artist in 2004. Her combination of storytelling and poetry culminates in her music, which has been featured in movies like 500 Days of Summer and Kubo. Spektor's unique blend of old style pop music and new indie music can only be described as her own.

Best Songs: “Folding Chair,” “Samson,” and “Hero.”

Grouplove: Grouplove has 6 members, 5 males, and only 1 female. That one girl is Hannah Hooper, a strong lead singer that carries the fun sound that Grouplove is known for. Without her vocals and spunk, Grouplove would be a boy band and almost unrecognizable from any other male indie band.

Best Songs: “Tongue Tied,” “Ways To Go,” and “Welcome to Your Life.”

Maggie Rogers: A blend of execution in percussion, creative note progressions, and indie vocals. Maggie Rogers blends her soul and experiences into all of her music. Her beautiful flowing lyrics leave a lasting impression and feeling to everyone who listens.

Best Songs: “Alaska,” “On + Off,” and “Dog Years.”

Lorde: She’s young, some people may say too young, but she oozes with experience. Although Lorde’s music is a perfect example of alternative music blending with a pop feeling, the best part are the lyrics. Each song making a different statement-- about connecting to others, loving, and living life.

Best Songs: “The Love Club,” “Buzzcut Season,” and “Ribs.”

Sylvan Esso: Although the group is made up of two people, the star of this group is the female lead singer, Amelie Meath. Her voice continually reminds the listeners why they are listening to the music. Without her beautiful melodies mixing with the new age sounds, this band's hits would be close to nothing.

Best Songs: “Coffee,” “Hey Mami,” and “Radio.”

Upcoming Concerts:

Landlady- Schubas- Chicago, IL- Feb. 8th-8:00pm

Tove Lo- House of Blues- Chicago, IL- Feb. 16th- 7:00 pm

Young the Giant- the Rav- Milwaukee, WI- Feb. 17th- 7:00 pm

Maroon 5- BMO Harris Bradley Center- Milwaukee, WI- Feb. 20th- 7:00 pm

Wilco- The Chicago Theatre- Chicago, IL- Feb. 22nd- 7:00pm

Vanessa Carlton- City Winery- Chicago, IL- Feb 24th- 8:00pm

Bad Suns- The Rave Bar- Milwaukee, WI- March 5th- 7:00 pm