Linda Perry has spent decades shaping the soundtrack of modern pop music – and at 61, the 4 Non Blondes star still looks every bit the rock icon fans first fell in love with in the early 1990s. The singer-songwriter, known for her signature dark hair, soulful voice and fearless honesty, recently stepped back into the spotlight with her first solo album in more than 25 years, Let It Die Here. The deeply personal record arrives as Linda is also being honored with the Special International Award at the 2026 Ivor Novello Awards, recognising her extraordinary impact on songwriting. © Getty Images for LOVE ROCKS NYC/Linda at a benefit concert in 2026 While younger fans may know Linda as the creative force behind some of the biggest hits of the past four decades, many first discovered her as the frontwoman of 4 Non Blondes. The band shot to international fame with the 1993 anthem ‘What’s Up?’ – often mistakenly referred to as ‘What’s Going On’ because of its famous chorus lyric. The emotional rock track …