May 4, 2017, Needham, Mass. - The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) has announced that nominations are now open for its sixth annual She Rocks Awards ceremony honoring women in the music industry, which will take place in January in Anaheim, Calif.
The She Rocks Awards honors trailblazing women from all areas of the industry. Past honorees include multi-platinum artist, Colbie Caillat; legendary percussionist Sheila E.; icons Chaka Khan and Ronnie Spector; Experience Hendrix CEO, Janie Hendrix; rock guitarist and singer/songwriter, Lita Ford; Executive Director of the NAMM Foundation, Mary Luehrsen; Grammy® Award-winning bass player and singer/songwriter, Esperanza Spalding. Past awards events have included stellar performances by The Bangles; Karmin, Mindi Abair, Orianthi, Nita Strauss, and many others.
"Every
year the She Rocks Awards evolves as we shine a spotlight on female
role models in music and audio. We are excited to be exposed to women in
all walks of the industry who are making a difference. Please share
their stories with us!" notes Laura B. Whitmore, founder of the Women's
International Music Network.
All are encouraged to nominate women who stand out in the music industry. The deadline to submit nominations is August 15, 2017. Nominations can be submitted at http://www.thewimn.com/ nominations/
Each
year the sold out She Rocks Awards attracts music icons, artists,
industry professionals, fans and media for a one-of-a-kind event that
shines the spotlight on women who stand out in the industry, and offers
talented performances, networking opportunities, giveaways, a silent
auction and more.
To learn more about the She Rocks Awards and to submit a nomination, visit sherocksawards.com