Rebel Girls Rock: 25 Tales of Women in Music

by Rebel Girls, Joan Jett

Overview

TRUE STORIES OF WOMEN WHO RAISE THE ROOF!

This collection features 25 stories of extraordinary women in music—women who have moved hearts and minds with their lyrics, uplifted other musicians, and gotten people to jump, dance, and sing along with their music.

Belt out pop anthems with Lizzo, bang on the drums with Nandi Bushell, and write country hits with Dolly Parton. The women in this book come from all around the world. They play different instruments, experiment with new sounds, and stand out in their genres. But one thing is true of them all: They rock!

With a forward by iconic rocker Joan Jett and activities curated by Gibson Guitars, this book will have readers everywhere jamming out! Plus, scannable codes let you listen to more stories on the Rebel Girls app.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781953424440
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	03/07/2023
Series:	Rebel Girls Minis
Pages:	68
Sales rank:	35,564
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

REBEL GIRLS is a global, multi-platform empowerment brand dedicated to helping raise the most inspired and confident generation of girls through content, experiences, products, and community. Originating from an international best-selling children's book, Rebel Girls amplifies stories of real-life women throughout history, geography, and field of excellence. With a growing community of nearly 20 million self-identified Rebel Girls spanning more than 100 countries, the brand engages with Generation Alpha through its book series, award-winning podcast, events, and merchandise. With the 2021 launch of the Rebel Girls app, the company has created a flagship destination for girls to explore a wondrous world filled with inspiring true stories of extraordinary women.

Table of Contents

• Big Mama Thornton, R&B singer-songwriter, USA
• Björk, experimental singer-songwriter, Iceland
• Blackpink, K-pop girl group, South Korea
• Dolly Parton, country singer-songwriter, USA
• Ella Fitzgerald, jazz singer, USA
• Evelyn Glennie, percussionist, Scotland
• Fea, punk band, USA
• Ivy Queen, reggae singer & rapper, Puerto Rico (never before featured!)
• Jody Gerson, chairman & CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group, USA
• Joni Mitchell, folk singer-songwriter/guitarist/pianist, USA
• Kathleen Hanna, punk rock singer & zine founder, USA
• Lauren Jane Grace, punk rock band, USA
• Les Filles de Illighadad, desert blues band, Niger
• Lizzo, R&B/pop singer-songwriter & flutist, USA
• Lydia Canaan, rock singer-songwriter, Lebanon
• M.I.A., rapper, UK & Sri Lanka
• Mercedes Sosa, folk singer, Argentina
• Nandi Bushell, rock drummer, South Africa
  
• Nervo, electronic/dance DJs, Australia
• Olivia Rodrigo, pop-rock singer-songwriter & guitarist, USA & Philippines 
• Queen Latifah, rapper/singer/actor, USA
• Ronnie Spector, pop-rock singer, USA
• Selena, Tejano singer, USA
• Tina Turner, rock singer, USA
• WondaGurl, rap/hip hop/R&B producer, Canada & USA