All of today’s pop stars are indebted to Madonna, says musicologist

Madonna’s self-titled debut album paved the way for women in pop, says Jacqueline Warwick, professor of musicology and gender studies at Dalhousie University.

Madonna’s self-titled debut album paved the way for women in pop, says Jacqueline Warwick, professor of musicology and gender studies at Dalhousie University. Credit: YouTube.

Madonna’s debut self-titled album turned 40 years old last week. With hits like “Holiday” and “Borderline,” the icon created a subversive image and influenced women artists who came decades later.

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Madeleine Brand

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Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Marcelle Hutchins