Carnie Wilson Joins a Stellar Array of She Rocks Awards Honorees
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Join us as we honor an incredible lineup of women shaping the music industry:
HONOREES:
- Carrie Wilson – Singer, songwriter, and member of Wilson Phillips
- Judith Hill – Acclaimed vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist
- Rachel Platten – Platinum-selling singer-songwriter, known for “Fight Song”
- Sophie Burrell – Guitarist, educator, and inspiring online music personality
- Rhonda Smith – Renowned bassist, performing with Prince, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Kimmel Liv
- Kay Hanley – Emmy- and Peabody-winning songwriter, lead vocalist of Letters to Cleo, and co-founder of SON
- Michelle Lewis – Multi-Emmy- and Peabody-winning songwriter, co-founder of SONA
- Andreea Gleeson – CEO of TuneCore and advocate for gender equity in musi
- Susan Lipp – Owner and CEO of Full Compass System
- Lisa Worden – SVP Rock & Alternative at iHeartMedia, Program Director ALT 98.7 LA, host of She Is The Voice
- Lisa MacDonald – Director of Vertical Marketing at Yamaha, inaugural Chair of Women of NAMM (WON) Council
- Heather Dembert Rafter – Principal counsel at RafterMarsh and advocate for women in audio and music tech
- Reina Ichihashi – Roland’s Global Product Marketing Manager for Wind Instruments
HOSTS:
- Vicki Peterson – Founding member of The Bangles
- Mixi Demner – Lead vocalist and founder of Stitched Up Heart
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NAMM PaneL: She Rocks It – Women in Music Share Career Insights
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Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 – 12pm PT
Hilton California A
Hear from trailblazing women shaping the music industry. Moderator Laura B. Whitmore leads a conversation with Amberly Crouse-Knox (BMG), Amanda Palmer, and Hannah Bliss (Focusrite Group US), exploring the lessons, challenges, and pivotal moments that defined their careers. Walk away with practical insights, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on your own music journey.
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NAMM Panel: Moms Who Rock – Parenting and Professional Balance
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January 24, 2026, 12pm–1pm PT,
NAMM Member Center
As the demands of a constantly evolving industry increase, so does the need for honest conversations and real support for moms carving their place in music. Hear from trailblazing moms shaping the music industry. Moderator Laura B. Whitmore leads a conversation. Lisa Worden (iHeart Radio/Alt 98.7), Laura Clapp Davidson (Shure) and Tif Randol (Mamas In Music) share how they’ve navigated motherhood while building thriving careers.
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She Rocks Podcast: Bassist Pops Magellan
In this episode, bassist and solo artist Pops Magellan opens up about her evolution from touring with major artists like Willow, Avril Lavigne, and Adam Lambert to stepping boldly into her own creative spotlight. We dive into her new EP Damage, the experimental bass-driven sound she’s crafted, and the personal journey of identity, reinvention, and artistic freedom behind it all.
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Women of NAMM’s December Deep Dive on ‘Soul Goals’ with Kacey Cardin
Join Women of NAMM, Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 11 AM PT for their next installment of their bi-monthly Deep Dive Series featuring Kacey Cardin, certified executive coach, TEDx speaker, and former opera singer to discuss setting “soul goals” for 2026. Online registration is free.
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SUZANNE VEGA: FLYING WITH ANGELS TOUR
Sept 30, 2025 -Feb 22, 2026
World Wide Dates
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PANEL: She Rocks It: Women in Music Share Career Insights
Thurs, Jan 22, 2026
Anaheim, CA
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2026 SHE ROCKS AWARDS
Friday, Jan 23, 2026
Anaheim, CA
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PANEL: Moms Who Rock 2026: Parenting and Professional Balance
Sat, Jan 24, 2026
Anaheim, CA
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