In She Can Really Lay It Down, author Rachel Frankel tells the fascinating stories of fifty female musicians who left their indelible mark on music and culture. From under-celebrated industry greats like Carol Kaye – the kickass bass player who we’ve all listened to but never heard of – to legends like Nina Simone – the American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist – She Can Really Lay It Down showcases outstanding female-identified musicians from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Featuring a foreword by music critic and New Yorker staff writer Amanda Petrusich and an exposed black-and- white spine, this one-of-a-kind book will inspire a whole new generation of fearless, talented performers.