Jane Wiedlin

Jane Wiedlin is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, best known as a member of the influential all-female band The Go-Go's. Born on May 20, 1961, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, she became a key figure in the new wave and punk rock scenes of the early 1980s. The Go-Go's, formed in 1978, were notable for their catchy melodies and vibrant energy, becoming the first all-female band that wrote their own songs and played their own instruments to achieve a No. 1 album on the Billboard charts with their 1981 debut, "Beauty and the Beat." Wiedlin contributed significantly to the band’s success with her songwriting, including the hit "Our Lips Are Sealed," which she co-wrote with fellow member Terry Hall. After The Go-Go's disbanded in 1985, she pursued a solo career, releasing notable tracks like "Rush Hour" in 1988, which became a Top 10 hit. Wiedlin’s impact on music extends beyond her work with The Go-Go's; she has influenced the representation of women in rock music and has been a pioneer in the new wave genre. Her contributions helped pave the way for future female artists in the industry.