It’s always a pleasure to watch a powerful performer strut her stuff on stage, and we’ve seen plenty of vibrant and compelling concerts by female artists in Birmingham. Tina Turner! Shelby Lynne! Mary J. Blige! Lucinda Williams! Mavis Staples! K.D. Lang! Cyndi Lauper! And more.

March is Women’s History Month, and that gives us an impetus to point to some dynamic stars who’ll bring must-see tours to the Magic City in 2024. Here are five of our favorite women in music, all famed for their talent, intelligence and stage charisma.