Women like Wanda Jackson, Brenda Lee, Janis Martin, and Lorrie Collins were pioneers of rockabilly music, a genre that blended country and rock and roll. They were known for their sassy stage antics, distinctive vocal styles, and lyrics that spoke to parties, hot rods, and teenage angst. Despite being ahead of their time, these women were loved by dedicated fans worldwide and briefly burst onto the male-dominated scene with a message of female assertiveness. They rejected traditional notions of femininity and country music norms, instead embracing exuberance, sexuality, and defiance. Many of these women still perform today, proud of their trailblazing roles in 1950s America's burgeoning music scene.
Welcome to the Club: The Women of Rockabilly
This 1950s rock and roll girl group was known for their bold and unconventional performances, featuring unique vocal techniques and songs that explored themes of social issues, cars, love, and adolescent struggles.
