Today, March 8th, is International Women’s Day. While men tend to dominate the rock scene, there are plenty of incredible women who have had a major influence on the genre over the past several decades. To celebrate this important day during Women’s History Month, check out our list below of some of our favorite women in rock who have changed rock and roll forever!

• Stevie Nicks

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• Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders

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• Amy Lee of Evanescence

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• Joan Jett

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• Debbie Harry of Blondie

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• Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart

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• Janis Joplin

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• Pat Benatar

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• Bonnie Raitt

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• Dolores O’Riordan of The Cranberries

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• GIBSON NAMM JAM Opening Party 2020

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  ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 16: Lzzy Hale performs onstage at the GIBSON NAMM JAM Opening Party 2020 at City National Grove of Anaheim on January 16, 2020 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Gibson)

• Courtney Love

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• Tine Weymouth of Talking Heads

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• Melissa Auf der Maur

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