The Women’s International Music Network (WiMN) is proud to announce that the 14th annual She Rocks Awards will take place on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Hilton Anaheim Pacific Ballroom, with NAMM as the presenting sponsor.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for this premier event celebrating the achievements of women in music and audio.
Among this year’s honorees are multi-platinum songwriter and vocalist Rachel Platten, acclaimed songwriter/vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Judith Hill, acclaimed bassist Rhonda Smith, and guitarist Sophie Burrell.
The 2026 She Rocks Awards will honor the following influential women in music and audio:
- Rachel Platten – an Emmy Award-winning, multi-platinum artist, songwriter, and activist whose music embodies empowerment, hope, and resilience. She first captivated the world with her breakout anthem “Fight Song” – an enduring cultural touchstone that topped charts globally, inspired movements, and has now been streamed over 3 billion times worldwide.
- Judith Hill – a gutsy and nuanced vocalist, songwriter, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist whose career bridges work with icons like Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Prince, and Spike Lee. Featured in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet from Stardom, she first gained global attention singing at Jackson’s memorial and has since built a solo career with acclaimed albums including Back in Time (2015), Golden Child (2018), Baby, I’m Hollywood! (2021), and Letters from a Black Widow (2024).
- Rhonda Smith – a Canadian-born bassist, vocalist, songwriter, and clinician acclaimed for her versatility across jazz, funk, rock, and beyond. A McGill University jazz performance graduate and Juno Award winner, she began her career touring with leading Canadian artists before joining Prince as bassist and vocalist, a role that defined much of her career.
- Sophie Burrell – one of the UK’s most exciting new guitar voices, blending technical precision, creativity, and charisma to build a devoted global following. From viral videos to high-profile collaborations with PRS Guitars, D’Addario, BOSS, EVH Gear, Neural DSP, and Mixwave, she has become a sought-after artist, leading sold-out clinics and festival masterclasses while inspiring the next generation of guitarists. In addition to being honored, Sophie will serve as the opening act for the 2026 She Rocks Awards and is hosted by PRS Guitars.
More honorees will be announced in the coming weeks.
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“Now more than ever, we need to shine a spotlight on strong, creative, and innovative women in music. The She Rocks Awards has become a beacon for recognizing women who have broken barriers and set new standards,” said Laura B. Whitmore, founder of the WiMN and co-producer of the She Rocks Awards. “We’re excited to share more of the 2026 array of honorees very soon and truly appreciate the support of NAMM.”
The She Rocks Awards has firmly established itself as one of the premier events during the NAMM Show, bringing together industry professionals, artists, fans, and media to celebrate the achievements of women in music. The evening will feature live music, speeches, celebrity appearances, and a silent auction, along with dinner for attendees. Past honorees include Gloria Gaynor, Pat Benatar, The Bangles, Amy Lee, Lzzy Hale, Chaka Khan, Melissa Etheridge, and many more.
The She Rocks Awards is proudly supported by our incredible sponsors, including our presenting sponsor NAMM, plus PRS Guitars, Positive Grid, Monster, Freeman, M.A.C Cosmetics, Sennheiser, 108 Rock Star Guitars, Sweetwater, Venus Guitars, Music Admin, Rafter Marsh, Hudson Audio Works, The Hollywood Times, and AXS TV.
The 2026 She Rocks Awards is open to the public. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are also available for those who wish to support this inspiring event.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.sherocksawards.com.
