Rihanna, Katy Perry, Alison Mosshart: The Hottest Women In Music 2011

As Katy Perry and Kylie Minogue kick off huge world tours, Gigwise thought it was time to round-up the hottest women in music in 2011.

Following on from 2010, this year looks set to be another where girls rule the world, with everyone from Rihanna to Britney Spears due to hit the road in support of new albums.

Our countdown also includes artists who are currently preparing new albums and business ventures, such as Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Paramore’s Hayley Williams and Cheryl Cole

You can check out the hottest women in music below - and don’t forget to let us know your thoughts in the comment form. Also, stay tuned for Gigwise’s hottest men in music shortly.