Sony's two-disc
She Rocks compilation collects 40 cuts from artists that the front jacket deems "girls with attitude." For the most part, that sentiment is apt, as notable female ballers like
Lily Allen ("The Fear"),
Pink ("So What"), and
Gossip ("Heavy Cross") have indeed earned their 21st century Riot Grrrl status (
Amy Winehouse is curiously absent from the party). That said, the narrow time line excludes obvious queen bees like
Madonna,
Joan Jett,
Alanis Morissette, and the like, but fans of modern dance-pop with a sultry wink will find many of their favorites here.