The Bee Gees and Chuck Berry performed October 12, 1973 on The Midnight Special.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA2zqVckCHsT
Snow Patrol Announce 20th Anniversary Edition Of ‘Final Straw’
Snow Patrol has announced details of a 20th Anniversary edition of their classic record Final Straw, with a previously unreleased demo version of their anthemic hit “Chocolate” out now. The album will be released digitally via UMe on March 31, with a special double vinyl edition following on August 4 to mark the record’s original release date 20 years on. The anniversary edition includes 23 additional tracks*, including never-before-heard demos, B-sides, live tracks from the band’s August 2004 show at London’s Somerset House, and a previously commercially unreleased track, “Tired.” Click HERE to preorder the 20th Anniversary LP of Final Straw.
“I still have days where I don’t believe much of the last 20 years,” writes Snow Patrol frontman Gary Lightbody in extensive liner notes accompanying the release. “In the back of my mind, I’m still waiting for the tap on the shoulder and someone saying, ‘you’re not supposed to be here.’ In a lot of ways, it’s a gift we were given. We’ve never taken any of what happened after the release of this album for granted.” Alongside Gary’s recollections, the package also includes writings on Final Straw from Jo Whiley and Fiction Records MD Jim Chancellor.
Final Straw was Snow Patrol’s third album and their major label debut. Written and recorded during a make-or-break period for the quartet, it set them on the path to becoming one of the biggest British guitar groups of the 21st century. Their 2006 single “Chasing Cars,” taken from Final Straw’s follow-up “Eyes Open,” is one of the biggest songs of all time, a five-times platinum hit with streams of one billion on Spotify and three million combined sales.
Final Straw, though, is where everything began to fall in place for Snow Patrol. Propelled by the stirring ballad “Run,” which has over 127,000,000 Spotify plays, and urgent, hooky singalongs such as “Chocolate” and “Spitting Games,” Final Straw went on to sell over four million copies worldwide, inclusive of 1.8 million sales in the UK going six-times platinum in the process. Nothing would ever be the same for Snow Patrol after its release. Here’s to revisiting the record that changed everything.
Tracklisting
1. How To Be Dead
2. Wow
3. Gleaming Auction
4. Whatever’s Left
5. Spitting Games
6. Chocolate
7. Run
8. Grazed Knees
9. Ways & Means
10. Tiny Little Fractures
11. Somewhere A Clock Is Ticking
12. Same
13. Steal (Spitting Games B-Side)
14. Stronger Than Before (Demo)
15. By Heart (Demo)
16. We Can Run Away Now They’re All Dead And Gone
17. Tired *Previously commercially unreleased
18. Post Punk Progression (Run B-Side)
19. Chocolate (Demo) *Previously unreleased
20. Run (Demo) *Previously unreleased
21. Gleaming Auction (Demo) *Previously unreleased
22. Somewhere A Clock Is Ticking (Demo) *Previously unreleased
23. Grazed Knees (Demo) *Previously unreleased
24. Spitting Games (Demo) *Previously unreleased
25. Wow (Live at Somerset House)
26. Gleaming Auction (Live at Somerset House)
27. Spitting Games (Live at Somerset House)
28. How To Be Dead (Live at Somerset House)
29. Chocolate (Live at Somerset House)
30. Same (Live at Somerset House)
31. Somewhere A Clock Is Ticking (Live at Somerset House)
32. Ways & Means (Live at Somerset House)
33. Run (Live at Somerset House)
34. Post Punk Progression (Live at Somerset House)
35. Tiny Little Fractures (Live at Somerset House)
Brian Kiley DeliversThree Minutes Of Awesome Rapid Fire Jokes
Brian Kiley is here with some rapid fire jokes to make you laugh. In this clip from his first ever Dry Bar Comedy special Brian Kiley tells some rapid fire jokes about speeding, Where you go when you die, and doorbell repairmen. Whether you’re someone who enjoys a good one liner, or you’re just someone looking for a good laugh, this clip from Brian Kiley is sure to keep you entertained from start to finish.
Check Out This Drum Solo By 18-Year-Old Karen Carpenter From 1968
A clip of Karen Carpenter from 1968 playing on the set of Your All American College Show.
The Cure Announce “The Songs of a Lost World” North American Tour
Following on from their 2022 European concerts, the Cure have announced The Songs of a Lost World Tour will be heading to North America in May, June and July, with The Twilight Sad opening at all shows.
The 30 date run will once again include 3 nights at the Hollywood Bowl and Madison Square Garden.
Tickets will be available via ‘Ticketmaster Verified Fan Sale’ on Wednesday March 15th, and will require registration to access – you can register for up to a maximum of 5 different shows – registration closes Monday March 13th at 10am PT.
Tour Dates
MAY
10 NEW ORLEANS, LA Smoothie King Center
12 HOUSTON, TX Toyota Center
13 DALLAS, TX Dos Equis Pavilion
14 AUSTIN, TX Moody Center
16 ALBUQUERQUE, NM Isleta Amphitheater
18 PHOENIX, AZ Desert Diamond Arena
20 SAN DIEGO, CA NICU Amphitheatre
23 LOS ANGELES, CA Hollywood Bowl
24 LOS ANGELES, CA Hollywood Bowl
25 LOS ANGELES, CA Hollywood Bowl
27 SAN FRANCISCO, CA Shoreline Amphitheatre
JUNE
01 SEATTLE, WA Climate Pledge Arena
02 VANCOUVER, BC Rogers Arena
04 SALT LAKE CITY, UT Vivint Smart Home Arena
06 DENVER, CO, Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre
08 MINNEAPOLIS ST. PAUL, MN Xcel Energy Center
10 CHICAGO, IL United Center
11 CLEVELAND, OH Blossom Music Center
13 DETROIT, MI, Pine Knob Music Theatre
14 TORONTO, ON Budweiser Stage
16 MONTREAL, QC Bell Centre
18 BOSTON, MA Xfinity Center
20 NEW YORK, NY Madison Square Garden
21 NEW YORK, NY Madison Square Garden
22 NEW YORK, NY Madison Square Garden
24 PHILADELPHIA, PA Wells Fargo Center
25 COLUMBIA, MD Merriweather Post Pavilion
27 ATLANTA, GA State Farm Arena
29 TAMPA, FL Amalie Arena
JULY
01 MIAMI, FL Miami-Dade Arena
Grammy Award-Winning Producer Dj Jazzy Jeff Launches Music Production Program “Command Central: Making Beats”
Today, legendary, two time GRAMMY-award winning producer DJ Jazzy Jeff has officially launched his debut online music producing program, Command Central: Making Beats.
Powered by CafeMedia, the intensive six-week online program will provide content creators, DJs and aspiring producers of all skill levels with the resources to build the core foundational skills for music production. Each week will sharpen participants’ beat making skills through intricate video module lessons ranging from drums, melody, arrangements, mixing, and sampling which participants will then apply to their own produced tracks. DJ Jazzy Jeff will be joined by award-winning colleagues, and other surprise guests for live sessions and one-on-one feedback throughout the program.
“I’m excited to be launching this new program,” said DJ Jazzy Jeff. “It’s really important for me to pass down knowledge that I have acquired to the next generation of producers and Beatmakers. Giving the next generation a shot to make it in the music industry is special to me.”
The course will be available in two different tiers:
– DIY version: Includes the full-video program, written exercises, and bonus resources.
– Interactive version: Includes the full-video program, written exercises, bonus resources, weekly live sessions with DJ Jazzy Jeff and other special guests, the exclusive chance to have produced work played in DJ Jazzy Jeff’s live DJ sets, weekly feedback on submitted tracks and exclusive access to online student community forums
By the end of the program, students will be equipped with three finished tracks of their own and a wealth of newly cultivated production skills vital to each participant’s expanding musical career. The Making Beats program bridges accessibility gaps for emerging creatives in the music community.
Widely recognized for multi-platinum, Grammy-winning collaborations with Will Smith and renowned work as one half of DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince, the Philadelphia native stands as a pioneer in the hip-hop genre. DJ Jazzy Jeff’s rich music legacy spans more than three decades including a DMC Championship, American Music Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and multiple GRAMMY Awards including the first GRAMMY for Best Rap Performance. Recently joining fellow icons on the 2023 GRAMMYs stage for the ceremony’s 50 Years of Hip-Hop Tribute performance, the producer is bringing his legacy full circle to guide the new wave of music producers set to shape the industry we recognize today.
View the trailer for the program HERE. Register for the program djjazzyjeff.com.
The Making Beats program is powered by CafeMedia – a creator-first company that works with thousands of the world’s largest independent publishers and creators. The company has been expanding its capabilities to help creators grow their audiences and brands and connect more deeply with their communities
Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort, Warren G And Berner Announce High School Reunion Tour
Today, entertainment icon and rapper Snoop Dogg announces High School Reunion Tour with Wiz Khalifa, Too $hort, Warren G, and Berner featuring special guest DJ Drama. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 33-city tour kicks off on Friday July 7 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver making stops across the U.S. in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Houston and more before wrapping up in Irvine at FivePoint Amphitheatre on Saturday August 27.
An Entertainment Industry Mogul, Snoop Dogg has reigned for nearly three decades as an unparalleled force who has raised the bar as a globally recognized innovator. Snoop Dogg is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, DJ, media personality, businessman and Icon. In addition to his extensive work in music, Snoop Dogg is a serial entrepreneur with endeavors in Web 3.0, tech, entertainment, lifestyle, global consumer brands, food/beverage and cannabis industries.
Multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY and Golden Globe nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa burst onto the scene with the release of his first major label debut album, ROLLING PAPERS in 2011. ROLLING PAPERS spawned the hugely successful hits “Black and Yellow,” “Roll Up,” and “No Sleep” and gave Wiz the platform to win the award for “Best New Artist” at the 2011 BET Awards and “Top New Artist” at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. “Black and Yellow” also earned him his first two GRAMMY nods for “Best Rap Performance” and “Best Rap Song”. As a follow up to ROLLING PAPERS, Wiz Released O.N.I.F.C. in 2012. This album featured tracks “Work Hard, Play Hard” and “Remember You” featuring The Weeknd. His third studio album released in 2014, BLACC HOLLYWOOD, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart and included the hit single “We DemBoyz.” Soon after, Wiz’s track, “See You Again,” off the FURIOUS 7 soundtrack, catapulted to the top of the charts across 95 countries and earned him a Golden Globes nomination for “Best Original Song”. In February 2018, Wiz partnered with Sovereign Brands to create McQueen and the Violet Fog, an Award winning gin and rated by the NY Times as the “Best Gin”.. In July 2022, Wiz released his full-length solo album MULTIVERSE, to rave reviews, as well as MULTIVERSE (DELUXE) which included three additional tracks, “We Can Get More”, “Funkin”, and “Lost”. This spring, Wiz will star as George Clinton in the upcoming motion picture, Spinning Gold, to be released in theaters on March 31, 2023.
Todd “Too $hort” Shaw is a multiplatinum hip-hop artist, songwriter and entrepreneur that hails from Oakland, California. Over the course of his illustrious career as an artist, $hort has cemented his legacy as a hip-hop heavyweight and pioneer of West Coast rap, having amassed six platinum albums and four gold certifications with smash songs like “Blow the Whistle,” “Shake That Monkey,” “The Ghetto,” “Gettin It” and more. With the release of his 22nd solo studio album (Ain’t Gone Do It) in December 2020, $hort earned the unique distinction of becoming the only active hip-hop artist to have released an album in five different decades, punctuating an already vast catalog that included acclaimed albums such as Life Is… Too Short, Short Dog’s in the House, Shorty the Pimp, Get In Where You Fit In, Cocktails, Gettin’ It (Album Number Ten), etc. He is also the only artist to have collaborated with Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G. and JAY-Z.
The cultural influence of groundbreaking American rapper, record producer, media personality, philanthropist, and entrepreneur WARREN G (born Warren Griffin III) remains as urgent today as his 1994, multi-platinum-selling smash “Regulate.” Recorded with childhood friend and iconic superstar Nate Dogg, the track would define the rap genre and a generation. For three decades, Griffin has sold eight to ten million records worldwide. Today, he is crafting a new narrative, by extending his reach into the culinary arts, inspired by his family history.
As a solo artist, Griffin signed to Def Jam Records, collaborating with such artists as MC Breed and 2Pac. His early career breakthrough was achieved in 1992 when his vocal collaboration with Mista Grimm on the track “Indo Smoke,” which appeared on the Poetic Justice soundtrack. His creative momentum continued with significant contributions to Dr. Dre’s iconic 1992 debut album, The Chronic, including sampling for “Nuthin’ but a G-Thang,” a track that would be distinguished by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the “500 Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll.” In 2019, Griffin found inspiration from his family history, this time in the culinary arts, by launching Sniffin Griffins BBQ sauces and rubs. As the artist reaches 50, his achievements in crafting music to reflect the sound and poetry of a generation are without compare. Now, Griffin has emerged as the “hip hop pit master,” eager to share a lifestyle that personifies joy, family, and celebration.
Berner, born Gilbert Anthony Milam, Jr. (10/27/1983) is a Billboard charting rapper, cannabis trailblazer, documentary filmmaker, cultural ambassador, and business mogul. Berner is Co-Founder and CEO of Cookies, the most globally recognized cannabis brand in the world. Cookies is headquartered in San Francisco and offers a collection of over 70 proprietary cannabis cultivars, more than 2,000 products, with 58 retail locations across 6 countries. Cookies was named one of America’s Hottest Brands of 2021 by AdAge; the first cannabis brand to ever receive this accolade. In addition to Cookies, Berner has released 47 albums to date as an independent artist, and has founded/co-founded the following businesses, establishing himself as one of the most important influencers in the industry; 1212 Ventures, Lemonnade, Cookies SF, Weedmaps, Vibes, Santa Cruz Shredders, Hemp2o Water, Vibes, Bern One Entertainment Music Label and Social Club.
Tyree Simmons, better known to the world as DJ Drama, is one of the most iconic voices in the history of hip hop. With a career spanning nearly 2 decades, the multi-platinum selling artist and DJ single handedly helped forever change the hip hop landscape with his legendary Gangsta Grillz brand, which has over 200 classic mixtapes to date with a plethora of hip hop heavyweights including Lil Wayne, T.I., Fabolous, Jeezy, Meek Mill and Chris Brown to name a few.
As one third of Generation Now, DJ Drama added record executive to his resume. Along with his partners, Don Cannon and Lake Show, Drama is responsible for discovering and developing global superstars Lil Uzi Vert and Jack Harlow, to name a few. In 2021, the Philadelphia-bred, Atlanta based superstar won his first GRAMMY for his work on Tyler The Creator’s CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST, which helped give the Gangsta Grillz brand a new life, bridging the gap between hip hop fans old and new. Drama is now set to once again show the world why he is one of the greatest of all time with his 2023 album, I’M REALLY LIKE THAT.
2023 HIGH SCHOOL REUNION TOUR DATES:
Fri Jul 07 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Sat Jul 08 – Ridgefield, WA – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
Sun Jul 09 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Tue Jul 11 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre
Wed Jul 12 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Sat Jul 15 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Sun Jul 16 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – St. Louis
Tue Jul 18 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake
Thu Jul 20 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Fri Jul 21 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre – Chicago
Sun Jul 23 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre
Wed Jul 26 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser Stage
Fri Jul 28 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Sat Jul 29 – Hartford, CT – XFINITY Theatre
Sun Jul 30 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Tue Aug 01 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
Wed Aug 02 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
Fri Aug 04 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center
Sat Aug 05 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
Sun Aug 06 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Tue Aug 08 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Wed Aug 09 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre
Fri Aug 11 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Sat Aug 12 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Tue Aug 15 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center
Fri Aug 18 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater
Sat Aug 19 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Sun Aug 20 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion
Tue Aug 22 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Amphitheater
Wed Aug 23 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Fri Aug 25 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center
Sat Aug 26 – Concord, CA – Concord Pavilion
Sun Aug 27 – Irvine, CA – FivePoint Amphitheatre
New Queer Music Festival, lavender wild, To Kick Off Pride Month In Toronto
Last night, during an intimate industry event, Live Nation Canada unveiled the lineup to lavender wild, a one-day music and arts festival coming to RBC Echo Beach Sunday, June 4. Taking place the first weekend of Pride Month, the outdoor music event will host an eclectic 2SLGBTQ+ lineup across two stages, with Norwegian singer-songwriter girl in red as the headlining act.
General Admission and VIP tickets will go on sale beginning Friday, March 10 at 10 AM EST. Tickets will be available at lavenderwildfest.com.
Of all the shades of purple, lavender is most associated with the 2SLGBTQ+ community, a historical symbol of resistance and empowerment. lavender wild was founded by Alex Simpson, Festival Manager at Live Nation Canada, who wanted to build an inclusive space for her community to listen to live music together, create connection and amplify marginalized voices. In a time when queer spaces have never been more in demand, the festival will provide a safe and interactive place for fans of all ages to enjoy musical performances, drag shows, food and local artistry.
lavender wild is dedicated to creating a festival environment championed by and for queer people, hiring members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to help support various projects across the event, including videographers, photographers, muralists, musicians, performers, business owners and market vendors. A portion of ticket sales will benefit Canadian non-profit, The Get Real Movement – a charity that works to combat 2SLGBTQ+ discrimination in schools and workplaces through community led education.
Of all the shades of purple, lavender is that which is most associated with the 2SLGBTQ+ community as a whole, and remains a symbol of resistance and empowerment to this day. lavender wild is a one-day music and arts festival experience for the queer community happening Sunday, June 4th at RBC Echo Beach in Toronto, Ontario. This sapphic-focused event hosts a 2SLGBTQ+ lineup combined of international and domestic talent, spread across two stages. Our event celebrates diverse voices while creating a safe and interactive space for fans of all ages to enjoy musical performances, drag shows, and local artists during pride month. We are a festival built by queer voices for community representation. This is a unique event that will uplift queer creators, photographers, business owners, musicians, and performers to create an all-encompassing environment, made by the community, for the community.
2023 LAVENDER WILD LINEUP
girl in red
Hayley Kiyoko
Daya
The Aces
G Flip
Wreckno
COCO & BREEZY
Kaleena Zanders
Mz Worthy
Jade LeMac
Shawnee Kish
TEENO (Young Teesh & Nino Brown)
Myst Milano
KAGE
LEVI
Miss Moço
The Virgo Queen
Gay Jesus
Manny Dingo
Sanjina DaBish Queen
Marisa Rosa Grant
Tangerine
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Celebrates Women’s History Month with Events and Exhibits
Honoring #WomenWhoRock, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is hosting a series of Women’s History Month events and programs celebrating the achievements of some of music’s most notable female artists.
The Rock Hall’s 2023 Nominee ballot also features incredible female trailblazers, including Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Gillian Gilbert of New Order and Meg White of The White Stripes. Fans can cast their votes in the official Fan Vote now through April 28th at rockhall.com.
Special events, programs, and artifacts honoring #WomenWhoRock include:
March 10th
New Artifact from Inductee Patti Scialfa of The E Street Band
Legends of Rock Exhibit
The Rock Hall is adding Scialfa’s Takamine acoustic guitar played on the Tunnel of Love tour to the E Street Band exhibit in Legends of Rock.
March 14th
Wanda Jackson Exhibit
Pioneers Gallery
Spotlighting the first “Queen of Rockabilly,” this new exhibit will include 2009 Early Influence Inductee Wanda Jackson’s 1950 Martin acoustic guitar, a stage-worn dress that she designed herself, as well as other artifacts from her iconic career.
March 16th
“Women in Country” Virtual Interview with Amanda Shires & Martina McBride
Rock Hall YouTube, 7PM Eastern
Shelby Morrison, the Rock Hall’s Director of Curatorial Operations & Artist Relations sits down with Amanda Shires & Martina McBride to discuss their music careers. To correspond with the premiere, artifacts from Amanda Shires’ recent Take It Like a Man album will be added to the Right Here, Right Now exhibit.
March 23rd
Soak Up the Sun: The Music of Sheryl Crow Exhibit Opening
Through her powerhouse solo performances, collaborations with industry icons, and early session musician work, 2023 Nominee Sheryl Crow’s influence reverberates through 1990s rock, pop, country, folk, blues, and the work of countless singer-songwriters. Highlighting moments throughout her incredible career, this exhibit features artifacts such as handwritten lyrics to “Leaving Las Vegas,” the leather jacket worn in the “All I Wanna Do” music video, and the outfit worn for Crow’s 2018 Bonnaroo performance. “I am thrilled and honored to have a featured exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame,” said Crow. “Thank you to the Rock Hall team for curating and thanks to all my fans for all the support and love throughout the years.”
March 29th
Chaka Khan Special Appearance and Exhibit Opening
Closing out the month, legend, icon, and 7-time Nominee, Chaka Khan sits down with Rock Hall Director of Curatorial Operations & Artist Relations, Shelby Morrison for a special interview celebrating both Chaka’s 50th anniversary in the music industry and her 70th birthday. Five outfits from Chaka Khan’s iconic 50-year career in the industry will be added to the Legends of Rock exhibit.
Highlighted Artifacts
Throughout the Museum, we have extensive exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of women and Rock & Roll. Highlighted pieces include Janis Joplin’s handwritten lyrics to “Move Over,” Joan Jett’s Les Paul deluxe electric guitar, Elizabeth Cotten’s 1983 Martin custom acoustic guitar, and Annie Lennox’s jacket from the music video for the feminist anthem “Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves,” a 1985 duet with the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.
Now Available
New materials added to Rock Hall EDU
Rock Hall EDU, free online learning resources
Bring the spirit of Women’s History Month into your classroom with free materials and collections including Rock & Roll and Women’s Rights Collection, Women Who Rock Collection, The Supremes Collection, Whitney Houston Collection, Dolly Parton Collection, Carole King Collection, Mavis Staples Collection, Aretha Franklin Collection, and more. Sign up now for your free account to access these materials.
EDU From the Vault
Dive into our Women Who Rock Collection featuring interviews, performances, and Induction highlights. Spotlighted Inductees include Carly Simon, Pat Benatar, Michelle Phillips, Joan Baez, and more!
Rock Hall celebrates Women Who Rock on Spotify
Listen, download and follow the Rock Hall’s latest playlists on Spotify featuring the most influential #WomenWhoRock from the 50s through the 90s.
Women played a central role in the development of rock & roll, beginning with early blues artists, like Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith, and gospel artist Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Spirited rhythm-and-blues singers – such as Ruth Brown, LaVern Baker, and rockabilly star Wanda Jackson added their creative talents to popular music through its explosive growth in the ‘50s. Girl groups, like the Shirelles and Supremes, and the Rock Hall’s first female Inductee Aretha Franklin dominated the charts in the ‘60s while Janis Joplin, Grace Slick and Joni Mitchell carried the torch into the ‘70s. Artists such as Joan Jett, Ann Wilson, Debbie Harry, Chrissie Hynde, The Go-Go’s, Patti Smith, and Stevie Nicks paved the way for women in the ‘80s and ‘90s with their music and style. And, blazing through the 21st century includes the incredible voices of St. Vincent, Janelle Monae, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, and new generations of trailblazers who were influenced by those before them.