south
18 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making south. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole south guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making south?
Лева TWICE, Astrud Gilberto, Brenda Fassie, Louise Carver, Bebel Gilberto, and May are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/south/girls lists 18, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making south?
Further out, try Brenda Fassie, May, Mira Calix, and Kayah.
Where should I start with south?
Start with Rouge, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-23
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