International Women in Music Weekend

In recognition of International Women in Music Day (March 28) and Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the huge contribution of countless women artists in a special International Women in Music Weekend.

Starting this Friday at 5pm, and running all day Saturday and Sunday, we are celebrating the ways women have shaped and changed music all over the world, both in front of and behind the microphone.

You’ll hear musical pioneers spanning decades and genres, from Bessie Smith and Maybelle Carter to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Dolly Parton, and Nina Simone.

Related: 5 Nina Simone songs that shook the world

Yes you’ll hear rock, blues, folk, and soul heroes like Tina Turner, Kim Deal, Aretha Franklin, St. Vincent, Joan Jett, Brittany Howard, Joni Mitchell, Rhiannon Giddens, and Patti Smith.

But the music special also includes recent recordings from up-and-coming artists who have been making a big impact, such as Lizzie No, Jaime Wyatt, Shannon & the Clams, Katie Pruett, Alysia Kraft, and Alsarah & the Nubatones.

And then there are plenty more women in music who are a bit more ‘behind the scenes’ – either key band members or instrumentalists, producers, songwriters, or music executives.

Related: 5 record labels founded and/or run by women

The music all weekend will be hugely diverse and full of surprises. Join us!

The Colorado Sound’s International Women in Music Weekend special begins Fri., March 28 at 5pm and runs through Sunday evening, March 30.  Listen at 105.5 FM on the Front Range or from anywhere in the world through on website or mobile app.