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The Curious Case of Nora Holt, a Pioneer of Black Classical Music and Jazz

Nora Douglas Holt was a pioneering Black classical musician and social figure, reshaping norms in early 20th-century America.
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The 2025 Grammy nominations are out. Here are the big takeaways

Women dominate Grammy nominations in major categories this year, marking a significant shift in the pop music landscape.

Grammys are Taylor Swift's world on a night when women like Cyrus, Mitchell and Chapman also shine | amNewYork

Taylor Swift won her fourth career Grammy for album of the year, breaking a tie with Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon, and Stevie Wonder.
Women earned the biggest honors and had the majority of the most memorable performances at the Grammy Awards.

Taylor Swift Made Grammy History-and One Big Mistake

The Grammy Awards ceremony was well-received with touching performances and a lack of celebrity ego.
Taylor Swift won Album of the Year for a record-setting fourth time.

The 6 biggest talking points from the 2024 Grammy Awards

Women dominated the Grammy Awards this year, with seven out of eight nominees for Album of the Year being women.
Taylor Swift announced her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, during her acceptance speech.

Grammys 2024 best and worst moments - from Joni and Billie to Miley

Joni Mitchell made her long-awaited debut on the Grammy stage, performing her 1969 classic 'Both Sides Now'
Mitchell's performance overshadowed other moments of the Grammy awards, including Taylor Swift winning Album of the Year for the fourth time

The 2025 Grammy nominations are out. Here are the big takeaways

Women dominate Grammy nominations in major categories this year, marking a significant shift in the pop music landscape.

Grammys are Taylor Swift's world on a night when women like Cyrus, Mitchell and Chapman also shine | amNewYork

Taylor Swift won her fourth career Grammy for album of the year, breaking a tie with Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon, and Stevie Wonder.
Women earned the biggest honors and had the majority of the most memorable performances at the Grammy Awards.

Taylor Swift Made Grammy History-and One Big Mistake

The Grammy Awards ceremony was well-received with touching performances and a lack of celebrity ego.
Taylor Swift won Album of the Year for a record-setting fourth time.

The 6 biggest talking points from the 2024 Grammy Awards

Women dominated the Grammy Awards this year, with seven out of eight nominees for Album of the Year being women.
Taylor Swift announced her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, during her acceptance speech.

Grammys 2024 best and worst moments - from Joni and Billie to Miley

Joni Mitchell made her long-awaited debut on the Grammy stage, performing her 1969 classic 'Both Sides Now'
Mitchell's performance overshadowed other moments of the Grammy awards, including Taylor Swift winning Album of the Year for the fourth time
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RAIN Notes: November 4

Libsyn has stopped its monthly CPM report, indicating a strategic shift under CEO Brendan Monaghan.
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Stephanie Chou's Universal Musical Language

Stephanie Chou blends Chinese folk and Western instruments, creating an eclectic music style that transcends genres and cultures.

Kat Leon on Genre Bending in Holy Wars: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast that highlights women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Episode No. 3 features an interview with Kat Leon of Holy Wars.

Stephanie Chou's Universal Musical Language

Stephanie Chou blends Chinese folk and Western instruments, creating an eclectic music style that transcends genres and cultures.

Kat Leon on Genre Bending in Holy Wars: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast that highlights women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Episode No. 3 features an interview with Kat Leon of Holy Wars.
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#music-industry

She straddled love and illusion, a hell of a sacrifice': Kristin Hersh on meeting Sinead O'Connor

Sinead O'Connor and the author shared a moment of connection, alienation, and understanding in a chaotic music industry environment.

Lizzo respects Chappell Roan's rise to fame

Lizzo celebrates the growing dominance of female artists in the music industry, expressing pride in her peers and the current cultural shift.

Chappell Roan and the 'Ungrateful' Pop Stars Before Her

Chappell Roan advocates for respecting vocalists' boundaries amid a culture of inappropriate fan behavior.

Brittney Slayes on Unleash the Archers' New Album Phantoma: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Highlighting perspectives of women and non-binary musicians in the music industry.

The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of the 2024 Grammys

Taylor Swift announces new album during Grammy acceptance speech
Women sweep up Rock and Alternative awards at the Grammys

She straddled love and illusion, a hell of a sacrifice': Kristin Hersh on meeting Sinead O'Connor

Sinead O'Connor and the author shared a moment of connection, alienation, and understanding in a chaotic music industry environment.

Lizzo respects Chappell Roan's rise to fame

Lizzo celebrates the growing dominance of female artists in the music industry, expressing pride in her peers and the current cultural shift.

Chappell Roan and the 'Ungrateful' Pop Stars Before Her

Chappell Roan advocates for respecting vocalists' boundaries amid a culture of inappropriate fan behavior.

Brittney Slayes on Unleash the Archers' New Album Phantoma: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Highlighting perspectives of women and non-binary musicians in the music industry.

The Highs, Lows, and Whoas of the 2024 Grammys

Taylor Swift announces new album during Grammy acceptance speech
Women sweep up Rock and Alternative awards at the Grammys
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Watch Dua Lipa Join Cher for "Believe" at Rock Hall 2024 Induction

Cher's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame highlights her iconic status and the perseverance of women in the music industry.

Beyond the Boys' Club: Charlotte Wessels on Her New Album The Obsession

Charlotte Wessels emphasizes the evolution of her songwriting process and her commitment to accessibility in music through her new album and Patreon platform.

'How Women Made Music'

The book emphasizes the significant contributions of women in popular music over the last 50 years.
It questions and redefines the music canon by centering women's and marginalized voices.
#jazz

The Kris Davis Trio - 'Run the Gauntlet'

Kris Davis' latest album, Run The Gauntlet, celebrates the impact of women pianists and reflects her commitment to supporting future musicians.

Nubya Garcia: Odyssey review a rich, orchestral journey of self-discovery

Nubya Garcia's album
Odyssey,
explores her compositional growth and showcases collaborations with seasoned musicians and female vocalists, emphasizing orchestral jazz influences.

Melba's Kitchen at Jazz on Sunday - San Francisco Bay Times

The Melba's Kitchen big band celebrates the contributions of Black women to jazz music through live performances and recognition of historical figures.

The Kris Davis Trio - 'Run the Gauntlet'

Kris Davis' latest album, Run The Gauntlet, celebrates the impact of women pianists and reflects her commitment to supporting future musicians.

Nubya Garcia: Odyssey review a rich, orchestral journey of self-discovery

Nubya Garcia's album
Odyssey,
explores her compositional growth and showcases collaborations with seasoned musicians and female vocalists, emphasizing orchestral jazz influences.

Melba's Kitchen at Jazz on Sunday - San Francisco Bay Times

The Melba's Kitchen big band celebrates the contributions of Black women to jazz music through live performances and recognition of historical figures.
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A Final Bay Area Show for the 'Qing' of the Underground (For Now) | KQED

The final Queens of the Underground event highlights the evolving artistry of women in hip-hop, showcasing their ambitions beyond traditional genres.
#boundaries

Chappell Roan releases new statement aimed at the normalization of "predatory behavior" towards women

Chappell Roan calls for respect for personal boundaries and rejects harassment, emphasizing women's autonomy in interactions with fans.

'I am scared and tired' - Chappell Roan calls out 'predatory behaviour' by fans

Celebrities, like Roan, are drawing boundaries with fans to combat harassment and stress the importance of consent.

Chappell Roan Reaffirms Her Boundaries With Fans

Chappell Roan emphasizes the importance of personal boundaries with fans and highlights the issue of predatory behavior disguised as admiration.

Chappell Roan releases new statement aimed at the normalization of "predatory behavior" towards women

Chappell Roan calls for respect for personal boundaries and rejects harassment, emphasizing women's autonomy in interactions with fans.

'I am scared and tired' - Chappell Roan calls out 'predatory behaviour' by fans

Celebrities, like Roan, are drawing boundaries with fans to combat harassment and stress the importance of consent.

Chappell Roan Reaffirms Her Boundaries With Fans

Chappell Roan emphasizes the importance of personal boundaries with fans and highlights the issue of predatory behavior disguised as admiration.
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They couldn't even afford a bag of chips!': Scotland's great lost all-female bands

Carla Easton's documentary reveals the overlooked history and impact of Scottish female musicians, advocating for their recognition and preservation.

All-woman Arab bands blazing a trail in Yemen and Oman

Female musicians in Yemen and Oman are challenging gender stereotypes while celebrating women's empowerment in modern Arab music.

Book Review: Revenge of She - Punks (Vivien Goldman) - The Beer Thrillers

Understanding she-punk through diverse artists and struggles of women as musicians.

New Book Switched On Chronicles Latin American Women in Electronic Music

Latin American women pioneers in electronic music highlighted in new book
Book features interviews, essays, photos, and reviews on the role of Latin American women in electronic music.
#grammys

Phoebe Bridgers, in 2024 Grammys Press Room With Boygenius, Tells Ex-CEO Neil Portnow to "Rot in Piss"

Phoebe Bridgers called out former Recording Academy chairman Neil Portnow at the 2024 Grammys over his 2018 comments about women in music and the sexual assault allegations he is facing.
Bridgers' statement was supported by her Boygenius bandmates Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, who described her comments as 'rock'n' roll'.

The breadth and depth of female dominance at the Grammys is heartening | Alexis Petridis

Killer Mike and Victoria Monet defy age biases at the Grammys
Women dominated the awards

Taylor Swift wins best album for record fourth time as women rule Grammys

Taylor Swift won album of the year at the Grammys, setting a record with four wins in the category.
Women dominated the major Grammy awards, with Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Miley Cyrus all taking home top honors.

Phoebe Bridgers, in 2024 Grammys Press Room With Boygenius, Tells Ex-CEO Neil Portnow to "Rot in Piss"

Phoebe Bridgers called out former Recording Academy chairman Neil Portnow at the 2024 Grammys over his 2018 comments about women in music and the sexual assault allegations he is facing.
Bridgers' statement was supported by her Boygenius bandmates Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus, who described her comments as 'rock'n' roll'.

The breadth and depth of female dominance at the Grammys is heartening | Alexis Petridis

Killer Mike and Victoria Monet defy age biases at the Grammys
Women dominated the awards

Taylor Swift wins best album for record fourth time as women rule Grammys

Taylor Swift won album of the year at the Grammys, setting a record with four wins in the category.
Women dominated the major Grammy awards, with Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, and Miley Cyrus all taking home top honors.
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#podcast

Nervosa's Prika Amaral on Finding Her Voice: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast series that highlights women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Episode 7 features an interview with Nervosa singer-guitarist Prika Amaral.

Sophie Lloyd on Struggling with Imposter Syndrome After Her "Career Started Unconventionally"

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast featuring women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Guitarist Sophie Lloyd released her debut solo album, Imposter Syndrome, featuring several guest vocalists.

Nervosa's Prika Amaral on Finding Her Voice: Beyond the Boys Club Podcast

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast series that highlights women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Episode 7 features an interview with Nervosa singer-guitarist Prika Amaral.

Sophie Lloyd on Struggling with Imposter Syndrome After Her "Career Started Unconventionally"

Beyond the Boys Club is a podcast featuring women and non-binary musicians in the industry.
Guitarist Sophie Lloyd released her debut solo album, Imposter Syndrome, featuring several guest vocalists.
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