How Women Made Music: A Revolutionary History from NPR Music

"Alison Fensterstock and Ann Powers deliver an ambitious, sprawling project recentering women in the history of music. Often, performers’ own voices are present, providing their perspectives directly. It’s exhilarating to hear Dolly Parton, Nina Simone, and Queen Latifah in the mix, giving listeners this mosaic of music history. The impact is undeniable. (10.75 hrs) Throughout December, AudioFile editors have been focusing on the best books in different categories in their ‘Behind the Mic’ podcast."