Originally Posted by Musicwhore A-Z

Interesting question 'Vanilla'. Frankly, I was THRILLED in the first half of the 90's when more women were really coming to the forefront in the rock and pop world. Artists like Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morrisette, Joan Osbourne, and Paula Cole were absolutely wonderful. And in the hard rock world, Drain STH absolutely rocked.

However, I think as a genre, I find the most talented women overall are arguably in country music. And I say that as a non-country fan, mind you. I think the level of talent is higher among women in country than their male counterparts, generally speaking. Trisha Yearwood, the Dixie Chicks, and Martina McBride all have incredible vocal talent. And all are good songwriters as well. So, in short order, I'm all for MORE women in the music world. Still, at the end of the day it's all about talent, regardless of gender.