Vocal Break

In 'Vocal Break', her dazzling blend of memoir, feminist manifesto and cultural history, Lauren Elkin explores how women's singing has long been labelled unruly, dangerous and uncivilised - from Maria Callas to Beyoncé, Edith Piaf to Billie Eilish.

As a member of Hole, bassist Melissa Auf der Maur helped redefine female rebellion and create a sound that defined a generation.

Her memoir 'Even the Good Girls Will Cry' is a richly evocative ride through the 90s US alt-rock scene.

Together they celebrate the women who defied genre, capitalism and sexism through sound.

Join them for a full-throated call to arms.