Best Paul Walmsley Podcasts (2024)

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Grace's Vision: Redefining Gender Roles in Music and Research 33:50

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Send us a text Imagine the challenges of breaking into a male-dominated industry as a young female drummer—Grace's journey is a testament to resilience and passion. We had the privilege of speaking with this inspiring musician and gender equality advocate from Liverpool, who shared her remarkable transition from the drum kit to academia. In this ep…

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Harry Hatcher on the Real Struggles of LGBTQIA+ Artists in Music 24:10

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Send us a text Harry is a 19 year old artist, writer and producer. Working on his craft since 12, Harry has since appeared on The Voice Kids UK in 2019 working with Jessie J, got to the final of the Song Academy Young Songwriters Competition as well as releasing some original music along the way too. Ready to release his debut album, Harry’s music …

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Mark Noble - Disability & Sustainability in Arts & Culture 31:08

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Send us a text Mark Noble is an English artist based in Somerset, UK. His works shine a new light on the under-valued aspects of the world in which we live. Often specialising in landscape paintings and abstract work, he infuses his worlds with a melancholic and spiritual beauty. After a difficult time at school (dealing with autism and severe dysl…

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Singer Afe Paul - Exploring Nigeria’s Music Scene 29:23

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Send us a text Aduragbemi Afe, whose stage name is Singer Afe Paul is a Nigerian musician. He resides in Lagos, the commercial hub of Nigeria. He is an epitome of meaningful music. He's been practicing music for over 10 years and teaching music for over 5 years. He specializes in teaching foundational violin, Viola & Guitar. He is a vocal and singi…

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Mark Walmsley - The Arts & Culture Worldwide Network (Inclusion Matters) 32:37

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Send us a text "Mark is essentially a powerhouse in all-things arts and culture! He's expanded the Arts and Culture Network to over 140k members, and runs his own branding consultancy with a passion for supporting arts organisations. He has an enviable rolodex, and an even more enviable drone that he got for his birthday recently. " (Sarah Hunt - C…

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Navigating Narratives: Patty Johnson on Art, Identity, and Cultural Transformation 33:08

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Send us a text Patty Johnson is a health psychologist who enjoys creating art related to spirituality, culture, justice and other bizarre and beautiful intricacies of life. She's the author of Where the Tiger Dwells, a memoir about her very Indian Christian parents who are giddily in the process of arranging her marriage while she becomes faint at …

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Queer and Proud: MIRI Discusses UK Music Industry's Queer Artistry 32:43

2M ago32:43

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Send us a text MIRI is an artist, musician, songwriter, and community activist. Recognised for her distinctive soulful vocal tone and classic British songwriting, she has been heard on BBC radio shows, Radio X and countless independent and community stations. While MIRI’s music weaves stories, it’s her day-to-day life that she uses for inspiration.…

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Pennsylvania’s Rap Scene: Insights from Cuban Davinci on Music & Publishing 35:51

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of Pennsylvania's rap scene with the one and only Cuban Davinci. From the streets to the studio, Cuban Davinci unpacks what rapping and publishing really mean in the Keystone State. Join us as we explore the unique challenges and opportunities that artists face in Pennsylvania, and…

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Northern Voices: Female Rap's Rising Stars with Joey Makes Music 29:24

2M ago29:24

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Send us a text Manchester-based singer/rapper JOEY epitomizes authenticity and resilience. Navigating life with ADHD, they transform their sense of otherness into creative fuel, championing the struggles of those seeking validation. Recent interviews with In2Beats and Fylde Coast Radio illuminate the perils of social media’s curated perfection, urg…

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Cracking the Code: Understanding the U.S. Music Industry with Ja son Manwill 34:57

2M ago34:57

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Send us a text GRAMMY® Nominated World-Class Rock Recording Artiste, Ja’son Manwill has been Seen on ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, & CW. Ja’son is a captivating world-class recording artiste, music publisher, and remote producer, who is making his impact in the realm of Rock. Based out of Chicago, Illinois, the dynamic singer-songwriter is consistently creat…

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Crafting Soundscapes: Inside the Mind of Award-Winning Composer and Producer Michael McEvoy 38:41

2M ago38:41

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Send us a text Today, we dive into the dynamic world of Michael, an award-winning composer and producer whose work spans film, television, and pop music. From scoring beloved films like Finding Your Feet and Me and Orson Welles to producing alongside music legends like Paul Oakenfold and Steve Winwood, Michael’s career is a masterclass in versatili…

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Behind the Scenes: How NAMM Fuels the Global Music Industry 35:05

2M ago35:05

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Send us a text John Mlynczak, is the President and CEO of NAMM, with expertise in the music industry, education, technology, and leadership. He previously worked as Vice President of Music Education & Technology at Hal Leonard. John has held positions at VanderCook College, Massachusetts Music Educators Association, and served on advocacy committee…

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40 Years of Change: Steve Budd on the UK Music Industry's Evolution 34:44

2M ago34:44

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Send us a text STEPHEN BUDD MUSIC REPRESENTS SOME OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL PRODUCERS, SONGWRITERS, MIXERS, ENGINEERS ON THE PLANET, ALONGSIDE A SELECTION OF THE BEST UP-AND-COMING CREATIVE STUDIO AND WRITING TALENT. FOR OVER 20 YEARS, OUR PRODUCER AND SONGWRITER CLIENTS HAVE WORKED WITH THE MOST SUCCESSFUL AND CREATIVE ARTISTS IN THE WORLD AND HAVE …

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Evita Colon - Black Girl Magic: A Creative's Journey In The USA 25:52

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Send us a text Evita Colon is an award winning, multi-hyphenate creative entrepreneur and member of the Recording Academy. In 2023, she was installed as Lancaster city's first Poet Laureate. In addition to being a published poet, she is the owner/founder of various creative enterprises such as Speak to My Soul LLC, BLK Voices Magazine, and co-owner…

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Unlocking GENIE: What It Means for Women, Trans & Non Binary Individuals in Music & Entertainment 33:50

2M ago33:50

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Send us a text Grace is a champion of gender equality in the music industry. She supports this through academic research into regional gender inequality, delivering projects and talks, and launching tools like GENIE (Gender Equality Networks in Europe), a database of projects supporting gender equity in the music industry. LinkedIn: https://www.lin…

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Echoes of Freedom: Issam Hadee’s Pursuit of Music After War in Syria 27:42

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Send us a text I am a skilled performer who performed in many events across the UK and abroad and in different venues (indoor and outdoor).In addition, I can bring a good repertoire of music and musical genres because I studied music and playing the violin when I was a child so I like to play music and discover songs from famous films or TV shows: …

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Rory McDonald - Echoes of Insight: Navigating Music as a Blind Producer 35:12

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Send us a text Rory Jack McDonald, a Canadian music professional, born on March 13th, 2001, in Toronto, Canada, discovered his passion for music at the age of 3 when he received a harmonica. By age 4, he began piano lessons, and at 6, he started performing. Throughout his childhood and teens, Rory showcased his talents at pubs, galas, and blues fes…

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Blue Canarinho - Exploring Diversity in Radio & Broadcasting with Reprezent Radio 36:37

2M ago36:37

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Send us a text In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Blue Canarinho from Reprezent Radio, based in Brixton, London. Blue's journey includes stints as a DJ in Ibiza, a radio presenter, a mentor, and an artist. He’s passionate about inspiring the next generation of radio talent in the UK, contributing significantly to Reprezent Radio'…

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Amy Siripunyo - Navigating Marketing as an Asian Woman in New York 31:40

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Send us a text Amy has spent the past 10 years working in music, starting her career at Warner Music and transitioning to the start-up environment with Sofar Sounds, a high-growth, venture-backed music and tech startup. At Sofar, she held various leadership roles, from scaling operations across multiple markets to developing strategic partnerships …

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Michelle Kambasha - What's It Like Being A Black Women in Music PR, Journalism & Education 33:06

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Send us a text Michelle Kambasha is a music publicist, journalist, public speaker and educator of over 11 years. As a publicist, she worked at Secretly Group and Satellite414 covering acts like, Sharon Van Etten, Bon Iver, William Eggleston, Lonnie Holley, Jamila Woods, Moses Sumney, Dave, Amber Mark and more. She frequently writes for major public…

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Louise Porter - What's The Secret To Girl & Boy Bands & Your Own Personal Story? 34:03

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Send us a text Currently working with and overseeing the A&R for super talented British singer/songwriter Tammy Mariah who was recently at #7 in the official Music Week commercial pop charts with her self penned song entitled 'Go Away' produced by Janski with mix by Ruff Loaderz. She is a mentor, and invests in and develops and manages young singer…

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Jenn Clempner - What Is It Like Being A Female In Artist Development & Further Higher Education Teacher? 30:41

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Send us a text Jenn is a Music Industry Professional, Musician, Educator and PhD Candidate with over 16 years experience in the Music and Creative Arts Industry. She has a background in theatre arts and performance, as an actor, vocalist, instrumentalist and touring session musician. Her career began as a session keys player for The Hoosiers (Sony …

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Consuelo Scivoletto-Cordey - What Is It Like Being a Female Songwriter & Composer From Milan? 33:06

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Send us a text Originally from Milan, Consuelo is a UK based songwriter, pianist and composer.She writes music for other artists and sync, including to briefs, holiday and production material.With influences that span from classical and film music, traditional jazz, melodic rock, to pop and dance,Consuelo has crafted her unique sonic signature musi…

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Geoff Langston - What Is It Like Running a Music Management Company ? 30:42

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Send us a text Co-Founder of Geoff Langston Artist Management (GLAM.RED) Geoff is an experienced artist manager having developed and delivered an album launch campaign culminating in a sell-out show at the iconic Bush Hall in West London. He has planned and managed tours, developed successful social media campaigns and works with artists to develop…

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Sahara Dawn - What Is It Like Being An Iranian Performer, Visualiser, Community Builder & Artist in the UK & US ? 33:14

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Send us a text Sahara Dawn, a multidisciplinary visionary and experimentalist currently based in the United States, is on a mission to explore the authentic depths of her being through avant-garde sounds infused with the enchanting spirit of Persia. Her musical journey began in Tehran, where she fearlessly organized underground events in breathtaki…

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Jonna Eve Eriksson - What Is It Like Being a Female Event Manager In Sweden? 35:28

8M ago35:28

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Send us a text Jonna is a freelancer working with production, marketing, social media management and art direction in all things culture from her firm Eve Creative. In March 2020, as the pandemic hit, Jonna started the livestream channel Culturestream Malmö, which quickly became a celebrated and established stage for culture and music in southern S…

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Fiona Ross - What Is It Like Being a Female Jazz Artist, Community Builder & Journalist ? 32:08

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Send us a text Named among the 100 Alternative Power Music List for 2020, multi-award winning jazz artist, editor-in-chief, journalist and founder of the award winning Women in Jazz Media organisation Fiona Ross never stops. As vocalist, pianist, composer and producer, Fiona has become known for creating her own contemporary jazz sound incorporatin…

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Elle Halley - What Is It Like Being a Female Educator, Creative Director & Photographer in The UK? 22:41

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Send us a text Creative Director, Curator and Higher Education Module Leader with clients across the creative industries including Tileyard Education, Creative UK, Arts Council England, Krems University Danube and NYU Steinhardt. Specialising in image branding, marketing and events for the entertainment industries and a passion for equality, divers…

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Marc Carey - How Can We Make The Music Industry More Eco Friendly & Sustainable ? 36:00

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Send us a text Marc is presently CEO of Evolution Music – the business is a partnership of music industry, business and sustainability experts working to EVOLVE the music industry to become sustainable, environmentally, and socially responsible. In addition, Marc is involved in routes to commercialisation for innovation-based products and services.…

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Wyatt O’Brian Evans - What Is It Like Being a Black Gay Author, Radio Host, Domestic Abuse Officer & Journalist In The USA ? 24:38

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Send us a text Wyatt O’Brian Evans is the quintessential Renaissance man: Journalist; Author; Radio Personality; Voice-over (V/O) Instructor and Talent; Intimate Partner Violence & Abuse (IPV/A) Subject Matter Expert (SME), Advocate, and Speaker. And now, Mr. Evans has just launched his brand new radio program, WYATT! WYATT! is cutting-edge, insigh…

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Joshua (Satch) Satchell - What is It Like Being a Trans (male) Singer / Songwriter in the UK music Industry ? 29:42

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Send us a text Small town born and fled, Joshua ‘SATCH’ Satchell migrated to Brighton to pursue his songwriting career, eventually forming and fronting the band ‘‘Frankie Furlow’, with long time collaborator Will Nash. The project enjoyed early success and performed at major festivals such as Glastonbury, The Great Escape and Reeperbahn and at venu…

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Paula (aka Freya Algiz) - Whats it like being an Estonian Electronic Artist & Activist in Berlin ? 32:17

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Send us a text Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 4 Paula Hakkaja (aka Freya Algiz) is an electronic musician and social rights activist. With a background in Human Rights, her focus is research into re-structuring of social and economic systems to enable the development of self-sustainable artist communities. She is a co-founder of Field Conspi…

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Unraveling The Mysteries Of Neighbouring Rights & Sync With Lionel Lodge 38:25

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Send us a text Lionel's journey continues being the founder and CEO of SyncLodge. The company wants to replace the scrambling of competition with ease of flow in the sync licensing industry. They want to amplify the creative joys of the music supervisor and let computer systems do the heavy lifting of the tedious and frustrating. Allow all who crea…

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Steven Braines - Part 2 - What Is It Like Being an LGBTQIA+ Founder, Label Owner & Performer ? 31:05

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Send us a text Steven Braines is a cofounder of the international event series/record label HE.SHE.THEY. which promotes diversity and inclusion in electronic music artists playing range from new artists to legends like Honey Dijon, Fat Boy Slim, Faithless, Nina Kraviz and Ben Klock in 18 countries and 40+ cities around the world. The night has an I…

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Steven Braines - Part 1 - What Is It Like Being an LGBTQIA+ Founder, Label Owner & Performer ? 38:04

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Send us a text Steven Braines is a cofounder of the international event series/record label HE.SHE.THEY. which promotes diversity and inclusion in electronic music artists playing range from new artists to legends like Honey Dijon, Fat Boy Slim, Faithless, Nina Kraviz and Ben Klock in 18 countries and 40+ cities around the world. The night has an I…

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Chords of Diversity: Lola Pony TV's Perspective - Being a Mexican Lesbian in the European Music Industry 25:39

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Send us a text Mexican Born singer songwriter Lola Pony Tv is currently releasing her next single and has a show coming up on November 14th in London Link Below .. LGBT Icon and Dance, trance pop singer came to the UK to become the next big Superstar. vocal jazz trained and performed in festivals around Mexico, she ended up here in London taking a …

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Austel - Annie Rew Shaw - What's It Like Being A Female Producer, Artist & Sound Engineer 33:47

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Send us a text Austel - aka Annie Rew Shaw - is a Devon-born London-based artist, songwriter and producer, crafting introspective, brooding music led by ethereal vocals and intimate lyricism. Influenced by a wide range of artists spanning from Bon Iver to Thom Yorke, Cocteau Twins to Jon Hopkins, Nick Cave to Elliott Smith, Austel fuses her backgro…

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Joy Doc - A Female Perspective to Drum & Bass & Music Production 32:21

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Send us a text Hailing from New Barnet, London, Joy Doc is an up and coming Drum and Bass artist with a penchant for writing, producing and singing infectious tunes with relatable narratives. Inspired by internationally acclaimed artists such as Wilkinson, Pola & Bryson and Koven, Joy Doc’s music journey began at the tender age of 5 where she start…

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Breaking Boundaries: Tana's Journey as a Black Female LGBTQI+ Artist and Its Impact on Her Career Path in UK Music 24:20

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Send us a text Join us for an insightful conversation with Tana, a genre-bending artist based in London, whose career is influenced by the rich and diverse perspectives of gay culture. As a Black female LGBTQI+ artist with Italian and Nigerian roots, Tana's journey in the UK music scene is unapologetic, revolutionary, and deeply committed to divers…

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Lewamm Ghebremariam: Paving the Way for Diversity and Inclusion in Berlin's Cultural Landscape 35:33

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Send us a text In this episode of "Music Industry Insights Worldwide," we have the privilege of speaking with Lewamm Ghebremariam, a Berlin-based cultural entrepreneur and diversity consultant. With a career spanning over a decade, Lewamm has been at the forefront of founding various cultural and socio-political initiatives that promote inclusivity…

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Jean Michel Aubry Journet - What is It Like Being a Gay Artist Manager, A&R & Publisher in France ? 37:01

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Send us a text In 2011, Jean-Michel Journet left a comfortable and successful EMEA position in customer care management to follow his true passion for music and artists. After going back to school to learn about the intricacy of French music business, he joins Differ-Ant distribution and manages 75+ indie releases per week and works on their first …

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Rachel Walker Mason - What is it like being a mother, songwriter & musical director in the UK ? 35:35

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Send us a text A GRAMMY balloted artist, the recipient of a prestigious British Citizen Award for contribution to the arts, named “a songwriting expert” by BBC Radio Four’s Today Programme and a Recording Academy voting member, Rachel Walker Mason is a multi-award-winning musician currently writing songs with Grammy, Emmy and Ivor Novello award win…

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Rejoice Abudar - Whats it Like Being Black Female Gospel Artist & Media Lawyer in Scotland 22:42

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Send us a text Rejoice Abudar, is a singer-songwriter, born and raised in Glasgow recognised for her impactful, uplifting music. She expresses her faith and positive messages through her Gospel-centred music. She launched her debut single ‘Thank You’, a song of gratitude which has since been recognised in the UK Christian Charts and introduced her …

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Nadia Says - Navigating the Creative Wilderness: Web3, DEI, and the Future of Music Industry Sustainability. German Music Industry 33:00

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Send us a text Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 3 In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, Saskhia Menendez is joined by Nadia Says, an influential figure in the music industry. Nadia is the founder of the freelance creatives platform Your Mom's Agency and serves as an experience curator, educator, and marketing and DEI (Diversity…

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Sofia Gillani, Harmony Unleashed: - What's it's Like Being A Young Female Asian (Pakistani) Artist in The UK Music Industry. Episode 3, Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 3 19:01

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Send us a text Sofia Gillani embarked on her musical journey at the tender age of 9, making a remarkable debut as a lead in the musical "Evita." Her rendition of "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" not only showcased her exceptional talent but also achieved commercial success, running for four nights at the Oliver Awards. Since that early start, Sofia has…

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Empowering Echoes: Bee Adamic's Journey to Success as a Female CEO at Liberty Music PR and Advocate for Women in the Music Industry, Episode 3 (Vol 3) Music Industry Insights Worldwide 31:46

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Send us a text Step into the dynamic world of Bee Adamic, a trailblazer in the music industry, as the co-founder of Liberty Music PR. With a passion for crafting innovative campaigns, Bee and her team are dedicated to elevating artists of all levels through a seamless blend of Digital Marketing, Social Media, Influencers, and Playlist curation. Bey…

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Harmonising Beyond Vision: Jay, Zenny, and Sarah Explore Sound Without Sight in the UK Music Industry 33:38

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Send us a text Embark on a unique journey into the music industry through the lens of those navigating it without the sense of sight. In this insightful episode, we delve into the experiences of individuals who embrace "Sound Without Sight" and explore how the music industry works for them. Join us as we uncover inspiring narratives, discuss innova…

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Breaking Boundaries : Casper James Unveils the Trans Experience in Cardiff, Wales - Navigating Inclusivity in 2023. Episode 2 (Vol 3) Music Industry Insights Worldwide 30:19

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Send us a text Casper James, a resilient Trans Man hailing from a small village, now calls Cardiff, Wales, home. Fueled by aspirations and dreams, he embarked on a journey to elevate his music career with his Punk band. Casper's passion for performance ignited at the age of 15, marking the beginning of a remarkable artistic journey. Casper James is…

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Unveiling Allyship: Russell Bundy's Male Perspective on Supporting Women and Gender Diverse Groups in Music and Entertainment. Episode 1 ( Vol 3) Music Industry Insights Wolrdwide 36:02

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Send us a text Russell Bundy, a dynamic entrepreneur with a rich background in the radio industry, brings a unique male perspective to the crucial question of supporting the work done by women and gender-diverse groups in the music and entertainment sphere. As a seasoned professional who started his journey at the age of 12, presenting on various r…

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Diverse Echoes: Mirca Lotz's Journey Working with Autism, ADHD, and Being Non-Binary in the German Music Industry. Episode 1 (Vol 3) Music Industry Insights Wolrdwide 36:33

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Send us a text Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 3 Mirca, a trailblazing diversity consultant and curator, provides a unique perspective on working with Autism, ADHD, and identifying as non-binary in the German music industry. Their journey is marked by a commitment to breaking creative boundaries and driving social impact through events that f…

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