OPENING EVENT TO FEATURE LZZY HALE AND JOE HOTTINGER OF HALESTORM

OTHER FEATURED BANDS INCLUDE REIGN OF Z, MAXILLA, AND STORMS WITHIN

Spotlighting key female risk-takers and icons of the metal genre, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s newest exhibit featurette, “Women in Metal: You Will Know My Name,” will open at the museum on July 10. This exhibit celebrates those who push boundaries and challenge the status quo to make meaningful, pioneering efforts in the metal genre.

The artists featured in “Women in Metal” exemplify what it means to defy the typical labels of womanhood. With powerful lyrics, assertive personas, and unapologetic rage, these women have been key figures in bringing metal to the masses and continue to influence future generations of musicians to be true in their own expression.

The exhibit will boast artifacts covering the breadth of women who have taken the metal world by storm, spanning time, place, and sonic quality, including Lita Ford, Lzzy Hale, Alissa White-Gluz, Taylor Momsen, Courtney LaPlante, and many more, curated by the Rock Hall’s Assistant Curator, Haley Cronin.

“Women have been pivotal influencers and changemakers in the metal genre since its inception,” says Cronin. “We are excited to tell the stories of those women who stand firmly and courageously at the forefront of innovation and acceptance, and through their raw power pave the way for all girls who just want to rock.”

The exhibit will open to the public on July 10 with a celebration featuring Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm. Hale and Hottinger will do a short acoustic set on the outdoor PNC Stage, followed by a slate of metal bands: Storms Within, MAXILLA, and Reign of Z.

“I’m so proud to be a part of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s ‘Women in Metal’ Exhibit,” says Lzzy Hale. “I’m honored to stand next to my sisters of scream. These women have set me on fire and helped shape this genre. Together, we are creating a space to shine, be loud, and carve a path for the next generation to follow, like our foremothers inspired us. Raise Your Horns and come celebrate with me on July 10th!”

Tickets for the opening event of “Women in Metal” are on sale now. The dedication and metal showcase on the Union Home Mortgage Plaza begin at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the dedication and showcase cost $15. An Event Plus ticket includes admission to the showcase and museum touring privileges from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for $40, which includes the new “Women in Metal” exhibit featurette. For a full timeline of events or to purchase tickets, visit  https://rockhall.com/event/women-in-metal/

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