Every so often, a night comes around that really lights up why we’re all here in the music world. It’s about those moments that highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion and just how powerful women can be.
The She Rocks Awards during NAMM 2024 proved to be such a night. We got to celebrate legends like Debbie Gibson and Susanna Hoffs, but what really struck a chord with us was seeing the amazing efforts of people like Holly G (Black Opry Founder) and Lindsay Love-Bivens (Taylor Guitars). They’re not just making music, they’re making a difference in their communities and shaping the industry for the better.
Women are not only just rocking on the stage though, we’re also behind the scenes, pushing for a change. We’re talking equal pay, stronger inclusion, community support and bringing a sense of empathy and love to an industry that can sometimes feel a bit cold. The She Rocks Awards truly highlights everyone, both in spotlight and in the shadows, and we felt it. It was inspiring and motivational to feel supported by such an amazing organization like WIMN (the Women’s International Music Network).
The 11th Annual 2023 She Rocks Awards Honorees:
*“Legend Award” Judy Collins - Platinum-selling singer/songwriter icon whose landmark 1967 album, Wildflowers, has been entered into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame
“Powerhouse Award” Noelle Scaggs - Co-frontperson for the multi-platinum band, Fitz and the Tantrums and founder of Diversify the Stage
“Dreaming Out Loud Award” Shelly Peiken - GRAMMY-nominated, chart-topping hit songwriter
“Tone Setter Award” Mary Spender - guitarist, singer, songwriter, and Youtube star
“Mad Skills Award” Michelle Bell - VP of Creative for Roc Nation
“Vision Award” Lisa S. Johnson - photographer and author of 108 Rock Star Guitars and Immortal Axes
“Groundbreaker Award” Katherine Wing - VP of Marketing for Roland, drummer
“Champion Award” Stacey Ryan - Chief Operating Officer for School of Rock
“Excellence Award” Helen Culleton - Chief Operating Officer for Audiotonix
“Inspire Award” Gretchen Menn - guitarist and founding member of Zepparella
“Heart and Soul” Brad Tolinski - a surprise honor for this former Guitar World editor and book author
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