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Female Artist of the Year
Who run the world? Girls! Which female artist has played soundtrack to your 2024?
About the award:
2024 has been the year for women in pop music. Dominating the top spots on charts around the world, fierce females put up a good fight for the number one spot and ultimately, came out on top, time and time again. Honouring the diversity and depth of female musical talent across genres, the Female Artist of the Year award acknowledges the dedication, innovation, and resilience demonstrated by these six artists.
From groundbreaking chart-toppers to influential voices shaping the industry, this award seeks to highlight the profound influence and lasting legacy of women in music.
The Nominees:
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift is one of the most successful and influential artists in the modern music industry. Starting as a small-time country singer, Swift blossomed into a pop icon with hits including Style, Anti-Hero, Cruel Summer and Love Story. 2024 has been another huge year for Taylor.
She made history at the Grammy Awards, winning Album of the Year for Midnights, making her the first artist ever to win this category four times. Following this, she released her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, which has generated significant buzz. Of course, alongside these wins, The Eras Tour has proven to be one of the most sought-after shows of 2024, hitting Europe and the US, with huge economic impacts for the cities she visited.
Olivia Rodrigo
Whilst there’s been no new music from Olivia Rodrigo in 2024, the artist has instead been busy with her GUTS World Tour, which kicked off in February and included over 80 dates worldwide. Rodrigo also recently premiered a concert film on Netflix, showcasing performances from her tour which offered fans a chance to catch the show from unique angles, including behind-the-scenes moments that are rarely seen.
A standout event in her tour was a special concert in the Philippines, which held great personal significance for her. Rodrigo donated all proceeds from this show to Jhpiego, a charity that provides healthcare to women and girls in underserved areas
Chappell Roan
In 2024, Chappell Roan has been making significant waves in the music scene and beyond. Following the success of her debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, she gained massive recognition by performing at major music festivals. Notably, she made a record-breaking debut at the Austin City Limits Music Festival, drawing one of the largest crowds in the festival’s history.
In addition to her musical achievements, Roan has also been vocal about her political beliefs, especially regarding LGBTQ+ rights. She faced some backlash over comments related to the 2024 election, where she emphasized the importance of voting based on local issues and expressed her support for trans rights. Her stance drew mixed reactions, but she used platforms like TikTok to clarify her views and encourage critical thinking among her followers
Sabrina Carpenter
2024 has been a landmark year for Sabrina Carpenter. After the release of her album Short n’ Sweet this August, she gained significant recognition, culminating in her winning a VMA for Song of the Year with her hit single, Espresso.
Carpenter has also embarked on a major North American tour to promote her album, kicking off with a performance at the Outside Lands music festival and covering multiple cities across the continent. Her live performances have been praised for their energy and engagement, reflecting her growth as both an artist and a performer, with dates set to continue across Europe and beyond into 2025.
Gracie Abrams
Gracie Abrams has been busy with the release of her sophomore album The Secret of Us throughout 2024, which debuted on 21 June. The album features deeply personal lyrics and collaborations, including the standout track Us, with Taylor Swift. Following this, Gracie kicked off her Secret of Us Tour on September 5, performing across North America, and released an extended version of the album by the same name in October.
Away from her music, she participated in a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in October, where she performed alongside notable artists like Mumford & Sons to show her support for the candidate.
Charli XCX
2024 has seen the resurgence of Charli XCX. Following the release of her new album Brat, which came out on June 7, it marked her sixth studio album with a blend of styles including electropop, club-pop, and hyperpop, reminiscent of her earlier work on Pop 2. The album inspired a whole generational trend, with millions around the globe aspiring to have their very own ‘brat summer’. And recently, brat was officially named word of the year by Collins Dictionary, further exemplifying its colossal impact on the world of popular culture in 2024.
In addition to her music releases, Charli is receiving recognition in the industry. She was nominated for a BRIT Award and is set to receive the Powerhouse Award at Billboard’s Women in Music ceremony.