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Anna Mae Bullock is known by her stage name Tina Turner. She is...

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:54:17 -0400

Anna Mae Bullock is known by her stage name Tina Turner. She is an American singer, dancer and actress. Tina started her career in the mid 1950s as a featured singer with Ike Turner. She was introduced to the public in the 1960s as a member of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue, recorded several hits like “River Deep”, “Mountain High” in 1966, and “Proud Mary” in 1971. In 1976 Tina and Ike split because domestic abuse. After her divorce in 1978 she rebuilt her career by constantly performing, eventually launching another series of hits. In 1983 she released the single “Let’s Stay Together” and in 1984 she released her fifth solo album Private Dancer that features the song “What’s Love Got To Do With It.”

I picked Tina Turner because I think she is a very strong woman. She went through an abusive relationship and got through it. Tina Turner was inspired by the Rolling Stones, Ray Charles, James Brown, Sam Cooke and Etta James. Tina has influenced several women like Janet Jackson, Kelly Rowland, Beverley Knight and Tweet. I first noticed Tina Turner in the movie What’s Love Got To Do With It, a biographical film about her life. Her movie and song was very touching to me. I like the sound of her voice when she sings. She sounds very strong.

- Brianna

Selena Quintanilla-Perez is known as Selena. She was an American...

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:46:00 -0400

Selena Quintanilla-Perez is known as Selena. She was an American singer- songwriter. She was named the “Top Latin Artist of the 90s” and was the best selling Latin artist of the decade. Selena was born on April 16, 1971 in Lake Jackson, Texas and died on March 31, 1995 in Corpus Christi, Texas. She had fourteen top singles in the Top Latin Songs chart including seven number one hits. She was called “The Queen of Tejano music” and is considered the Mexican equivalent of Madonna. Selena released her first album Selena y Los Dinos at the age of twelve.

Selena was influenced by Donna Summers, Gloria Estefan, Janet Jackson and Paula Abdul. I choose Selena because I remembered in the movie Selena her songs made you want to get up and dance. The way she sings in most of her songs sounds as if she is happy and is enjoying the song. I like the sound of her voice and how she sings in Spanish and English.

- Brianna

ladyfestphilly: We have a logo! Designed by the incredible Tiff...

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:20:30 -0400

ladyfestphilly:

We have a logo! Designed by the incredible Tiff Cheng. Coming to totes and tapes and t-shirts near you.

Look at the cool new logo for Ladyfest! Did you know the girls in our after school program, Barracuda Club, are planning a benefit show for it?

MC Lyte was born as Lana Michele Moorer on October 11,1970. She...

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:06:00 -0500

MC Lyte was born as Lana Michele Moorer on October 11,1970. She is an American hip hop artist and actor, a rapper who first gained fame in the late 1980’s, and the first solo female rapper to release a full album. she was raised in Brooklyn where she started rhyming at the age of 12. MC Lyte was nominated for both a Grammy and a BET award in 2003 for releasing an independently produced record called “The Undaground Heat” ft. Jamie Foxx.

I chose MC Lyte because I never really heard her music before, but her name sounded different. MC Lyte was inspired by Run DMC and Big Daddy Kane. She has influenced several women such as Mary J. Blige, Lil’ Kim, Missy Elliot and Foxy Brown. I like her music because the beat and the lyrics makes you want to listen to what she is rapping about. I like her because her music tells a story about her life and what she went through. For example, the song “I Cram to Understand You” is about about a relationship that fell apart.

She performed at the Essence Music Festival’s block party event in New Orleans in the picture above. She work with an organization for young women called Hip Hop Sisters. It’s focused on enlightening and empowering women . She is doing this with Kelly Price, Faith Evans and Chilli.

- Brianna

Mary J. Blige was born January 11, 1971 in the Bronx, New York....

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:48:00 -0500

Mary J. Blige was born January 11, 1971 in the Bronx, New York. She is a famous R&B soul singer. She won her first talent competition at age 7 performing Aretha Franklin’s song “Respect.” She improved her sing technique in local church’s choir. Her first album, “What’s the 411?”, was released on July 28,1992. “Real Love” and “You Remind Me” became number one Billboard Hot R&B/Hip Hop Tracks.

I picked Mary J. Blige because she expresses her feelings through her music. Mary was influenced by Otis Redding, Gladys Knight, Al Green, and Donny Hathaway; she listened to them as a child. Mary has influenced several female artist including Beyonce, Aailyah, Kelly Rowland, Monica, Keri Hilson, Amy Winehouse, and Ciara. Mary J. Blige’s music makes me think about life and how you will face obstacles life. I like that most of her lyrics are about her life story. I like the beat and melody because it makes you feel the words and actually listen. She sings/raps about her feelings throughout life.

Watch her perform one of my favorite songs, “25/8”!

- Brianna

Thinking about ROOTS!

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:45:00 -0500

This spring, GRP is thinking about our Roots: musicians and artists who inspire today’s artists and us! Our intern, Brianna, will be posting weekly posts about some of the folks who inspire us! Here’s her introduction:

Hi my name is Brianna Best But everyone calls me Bri-Bri. I will be interning here at Girls Rock Philly. I started February 6 i will be working June 5. I go to school at Simon Gratz Mastery Charter. I will be blogging here every wednesday to update you guys about the things we do here and talk about women who rock. I wanted to intern here to try something different. I am looking forward to learning more about music and how to play few things.

ladyfestphilly: Parliament Funkadelic Badd Kitti started things...

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:33:00 -0500

ladyfestphilly:

Parliament Funkadelic

Badd Kitti started things off with a set of P-Funk covers. Though they were only three people, they more than lived up challenge. Dianne (keys/vox) is an instructor in the Girls Rock Philly after school program, and we are stoked that she is a part of Ladyfest.

Miss Ma’am Dianne, one of our After School Program instructors, participated in Saturday’s Ladyfest Galentine’s Day Cover Band Show. Check her and her band (Bad Kitti) out!

GRP volunteers were also in The Gossip, Electrelane and Kleenex/Liliput cover bands!

barracudablog: sophy & lena screened their own t-shirts...

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 10:22:28 -0400

barracudablog:

sophy & lena screened their own t-shirts last week a ‘cuda club! this wednesday we’re making zines! we hope to see you there from 3:30-6:30 PM!

- laura

Check out all the cool things Barracuda Club is doing on their blog & join in on the fun every Wednesday from 3:30-6:30 PM! No registration is required!

barracudablog: Meet the members of the ‘Cuda Blogging Team!...

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:25:31 -0400

barracudablog:

Meet the members of the ‘Cuda Blogging Team! Please excuse our crazy faces.

From left to right-
Top Row- Chris, Laura, Mecca, Diane
Bottom Row- Sophy, Emma (a.k.a. Willow), Molly

Barracuda Club, our drop-in program on Wednesdays from 3:30-6:30 PM, is starting a blog! Make sure to check out posts written by our ‘Cuda Club members!

Girls Rock Philly presents: Fall 2012 After School Program!

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:11:11 -0400

GRP is thrilled to announce its newest program, which joins our annual Summer Rock Camp and our drop-in program Barracuda Club! Our after school program is designed to be a fun way to learn how to create and play music, collaborate and perform. Classes will be taught by Girls Rock Philly staff- all of whom are local musicians with skills and experience teaching, playing and performing music.

The program will include instrument instruction, band practice, workshops and homework help. Students learn bass, guitar, drums or keyboards, then form bands and write an original song to perform at the Final Showcase. Workshops will cover topics such as: Songwriting, Recording, Band Art, Improv and DIY Zines and Comic making

Program Details
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 – 6:30 pm
October 9^th – December 14^th

No experience necessary // 16 spaces available for girls ages 9-17

Cost: Sliding Scale $0-$400

Fall 2012 After School Program Information Sheet (pdf)

Fall 2012 After School Program Application (Word form)

Check out the information sheet, if you questions feel free to email us at info(at)girlsrockphilly.org or call us at 215.789.4879. When you decide to sign up, download the Application then print it out and mail it in, or fill it out on your computer and send it to diane(at)girlsrockphilly.org.

Girls Rock Philly & Eileen Fisher Fundrasier!

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 11:18:00 -0400

Girls Rock Philly is so excited to participate in Eileen Fisher’s “Creating Confidence” Campaign as part of their Supporting Women and Girls Program this month!

On Saturday, September 22, 2012, Eileen Fisher will donate 10% of its proceeds from its two Philadelphia area locations (Suburban Square in Ardmore & The King of Prussia Mall) to Girls Rock Philly! They will also donate 10% of all proceeds from online purchases to Girls Rock Philly when you use the code 529100 at checkout!

Please spread the word & get some new swag at Eileen Fisher on the 22nd to support Girls Rock Philly! As a thank you, Eileen Fisher offers $25 off all purchases made on September 22 in stores. Information about both stores is below.

Wait…There’s more! Eileen Fisher will also donate $5 for every “like” & comment mentioning Girls Rock Philly and why supporting women & girls is important on Eileen Fisher’s Facebook page! Make sure to visit their Building Confidence Page NOW to tell them all about why Girls Rock Philly rocks & don’t forget to share it with your friends!

Thank you for all your support! We rock because of you!

Eileen Fisher Store Locations:
Suburban Square
Ardmore, PA
610.896.3600

The Plaza at King of Prussia
King of Prussia, PA
610.768.7150

Two Upcoming GRP Events!

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 16:28:52 -0400

Girls Rock! Movie Screening at Clark Park!:

Permanent Wave Philly is hosting a FREE film screening of Girls Rock!, the movie about the original rock camp for girls, at Clark Park (45th & Chester Ave.) Fun movie and a great chance to learn about the philosophy behind the girls rock camps that have been springing up all around the world. Girls Rock Philly Staff & Volunteers will also be at the event to talk about upcoming programming & ways to get involved. There will also be Permanent Wave folks with more information about their organization! There will be some free popcorn on hand, but please BYO other treats and blankets to sit on.

About the film:
At Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp, girls ranging in age from eight to 18 are taught that it’s OK to sweat like a pig, scream like a banshee, wail on their instruments with complete and utter abandon, and that “it is 100% okay to be exactly who you are.” The girls have a week to select a band, an instrument they may have never played before, and write a song. In between, they are taught by indie rock chicks such as Carrie Brownstein from Sleater-Kinney various lessons of empowerment from self-defense to anger management. At the end of the week, all the bands perform a concert for over 700 people. What happens to the girls as they are given a temporary reprieve from being sexualized, analyzed and pressured to conform is truly moving and revolutionary. (Hot Docs)

http://www.girlsrockmovie.com/

Alice Paul Institute Concert:

The Alice Paul Institute is celebrating Women’s Equality Day with music and more on the lawn of Paulsdale! Join Girls Rock Philly on Sunday, August 26 for a musical treat featuring GRP’s Attia Taylor, a former camper and current vocals instructor & band coach! Cool beverages and summertime snacks will be served. Purchase your tickets now to take advantage of the discounted price of $10/adult; $5/child or pay at the door for $15/adults ($10/child). Tickets can also be purchased by calling 856-231-1885 or emailing info@alicepaul.org.

For more information visit http://www.alicepaul.org or e-mail laura@girlsrockphilly.org

Girls Rock Philly Launches its Endless (Donna) Summer Indie Go Go Campaign!

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:07:57 -0400

Girls Rock Philly Launches its Endless (Donna) Summer Indie Go Go Campaign!:

Girls Rock Philly is launching our Endless (Donna) Summer Indie Go Go Campaign! We need to raise $5,000 by September 7! Help us launch our new after-school programming by donating today and sending this link to your friends, family & co-workers! We rock because of you!

Shout out wall :’) (Taken with Instagram)

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 18:07:08 -0400

Shout out wall :’) (Taken with Instagram)

SHOWCASE TOMORROW!!

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:54:36 -0400

SHOWCASE TOMORROW!!

Singing the camp song for the 2nd to last time (the last time...

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:53:38 -0400

Singing the camp song for the 2nd to last time (the last time will be at the Showcase).

Mustache Revolution runs through their song.

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:06:31 -0400

Mustache Revolution runs through their song.

Band photo shoots today!

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:04:51 -0400

Band photo shoots today!

Mmmmm cupcakes!

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:03:40 -0400

Mmmmm cupcakes!

NALAJ practices their song - it’s sounding really good!

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:02:05 -0400

NALAJ practices their song - it’s sounding really good!