Smokey’s Soul Town Counts Down the Top 20 Female Artists of 1960s and 1970s

Celebrate the legendary women who defined classic soul and R&B.

March 12, 2026

In honor of Women’s History Month, Smokey’s Soul Town celebrates the legendary women who defined classic soul and R&B with the “Top 20 Women of Soul” countdown special.

These soul icons with powerhouse voices from the 1960s and 1970s showcase the artistry, strength, and influence of female artists from these two decades that shaped a generation and continue to inspire today.

Premiering March 20, listen as host John Mason from “Mason in the Mornings” takes you on a musical journey through chart-topping hits and timeless classics from trailblazers like Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Etta James, Dionne Warwick, and more.



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