Chick rock

March 28, 2008

Lately, I’ve been looking for some new music for Edge of Grace. But I’ve been kind of specific in my search.

We have some incredible female vocalists in the band, but most of the songs that we’ve done over the years have been led by a dude. We’ve done some great songs with the ladies, but it’s probably a 15%/85% ratio overall. Or even less!

Based on the talent we have, I feel like the ratio should be closer to 50/50. But the problem is, we’ve had a lot of trouble finding great rock songs with female vocals. There’s simply far more great songs out there for the male voice.

So I’ve been on a search lately for some great “chick rock“. Songs that can hold their own against the other stuff we do.

After months of searching, I’ve compiled a list of 28 songs that I’m asking the band to listen to and give me feedback. Particulary the ladies.

Here’s the list. Let me know what you think. (And yes there are a few that aren’t really rock songs…