Kate Pierson of The B-52s

Powerful and playful co-vocalist of beloved new wave dance combo the B-52s, Kate Pierson has continued to embody qualities like empowerment and inclusivity with her own spirited alternative dance music. No one can accuse her of rushing into a solo career -- Pierson had spent close to 40 years as a member of the iconic Athens, Georgia group before she decided it was time to step out with her first solo album, 2015's Guitars and Microphones. She navigated dance-rock, indie pop, disco, and more on the likewise diverse follow-up, Radios & Rainbows, released in 2024 and included collaborations with Sia, Chris Braide, Jimmy Harry (Madonna grammy winner), Tim Andersen (Ima Robot), Bleu McCauley and Adele bass player Sam Dixon. She has also recently sang on a track with Pylon Reenactment Society and contributed to several tracks on Jane Weidlin’s (Go Gos) new release.