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Harmonizing Voices: Global Perspectives on Equality & Diversity in the Music and Entertainment Industries with Saskhia Menendez & Special Guests
Hosted by Saskhia Menendez, award-winning advocate and music industry leader, Music Industry Insights Worldwide dives deep into the evolving world of equality and diversity in the music and entertainment industries. Through candid conversations with special guests, including trailblazing artists, producers, and industry experts, this podcast explores the stories, struggles, and successes of those dedicated to creating a more inclusive and equitable industry.
Whether you're an artist, industry professional, or music enthusiast, you’ll gain unique insights into the challenges faced by marginalized communities and how we can build a future of opportunity and representation.
Alongside the podcast, Saskhia is set to release her interactive educational book (available soon), offering valuable tools, resources, and strategies to empower the next generation of artists and industry professionals. She’s also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, with recognition from the Global Diversity & Inclusion Honors and a Trans Charter to help support marginalized voices in music.
Join us in reshaping the global music scene, one voice at a time.
Music is a universal language that transcends boundaries, connects cultures, and touches our deepest emotions. It has the power to change lives, challenge norms, and inspire social change. However, as we celebrate the incredible diversity of voices and talents within the music industry, it's essential to acknowledge that the path to equality, diversity, and inclusion has not always been harmonious.
In this podcast, we aim to spotlight the stories, struggles, and successes of those working tirelessly to make the music industry a more inclusive and equitable space for all. We will delve into the experiences of artists, producers, managers, and industry professionals who are breaking barriers, pushing boundaries, and reshaping the landscape of the music world.
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So, whether you're a music enthusiast, an industry insider, or someone looking to be inspired, "Harmonizing Voices" is your guide to the evolving and ever-inspiring world of music industry equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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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 Conspiracy - a co-operative record label, which operates on democratic ownership of the company; flat hierarchies; equitable distribution of royal...
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, insightful, probing, and oh-so entertaining radio! This new internet radio show spotlights, explores, and dissects relevant, timely, and critical is...
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 venues across the UK and Europe, but something was missing. After coming out as Trans, his voice breaking and the lowering of the keys of many songs...
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 Ibiza residency with super club Amnesia and a record label in conjunction with Warner Music. Steven also runs talent management company The Weird ...
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 Ibiza residency with super club Amnesia and a record label in conjunction with Warner Music. Steven also runs talent management company The Weird ...
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 course on music production. If you would like to find out more links are below https://www.instagram.com/lolaponytv/?hl=en-gb https:...
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 diversity. Having signed her track 'Savage' to Sony US & Babygrande records and showcased her talent on the A3C compilation album, Tana is a remarkab...
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 create music to have equal opportunity in sync placement, regardless of where they are in the world, regardless of their connections, finances, or leve...
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 production release for British soul singer Alice Russell's album "To Dust". He is then recruited by young indie label and publisher Belleville Musi...
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 winners, The Voice UK and American Idol alumni, Oscar nominees, MOBO and BRIT Award nominees, AMA UK and Independent Country Music Association Awards ...
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 to radio platforms and shows, to share her story behind the song. She has performed in various shows and aims to perform in more shows in 2024.&nbs...
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, Equity, and Inclusion) consultant based in Berlin, with a growing presence in Los Angeles, Detroit, and Beirut. Nadia Says encourages crea...
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 passionately dedicated herself to music, independently navigating the realms of writing, producing, self-promotion, and directing her own music vi...
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. Beyond her role at Liberty Music PR, Bee is the visionary force behind MAMI, a collective that stands as a beacon for mothers in the music industry. T...
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 the lead singer of aggro-glam band TELGATE and founder of TransForm Music. TransForm Music is a trans-led project and a call to action in respons...
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 radio stations and eventually running his own station in 2016, Russell has a deep understanding of the industry. Beyond his radio ventures, Russell ...
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 foster inclusivity. As an advocate for gender equality and diversity in music, Mirca has played integral roles in groundbreaking projects. Their in...
Send us a text Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 2 Introduction: Navigating the global stage as an Asian female performer brings a unique blend of cultural richness and sonic innovation. Shilpa Ananth, an Indian vocalist, songwriter, and performing artist, seamlessly bridges worlds between the US and the UAE. Her distinctive sound weaves the ethereal landscapes of South India with the vibrancy of Soul, Jazz, and Electronic genres. Musical Tapestry: Shilpa's art is a harmonious convergenc...
Send us a text Saskhia Menendez is a multifaceted individual with a rich and diverse background that has shaped her journey in the music industry. Born to two deaf parents and hailing from a mixed heritage and disadvantaged background, Saskhia's musical talent was recognized early on by her school. She was sent to voice trials at Christ Church Cathedral School, where she won a bursary, marking the beginning of her remarkable musical career. Saskhia's dedication to her craft led to three weekl...
Send us a text Music Industry Insights Worldwide Vol 2 In the pulsating world of the music industry, Emma Wiggins stands as a testament to resilience, determination, and the power to overcome obstacles. With a career spanning over 12 years, Emma is not just the founder of Westwick Management, an artist-led company; she is a beacon of inspiration for those navigating the music landscape with disabilities. A Unique Approach to Artistry: Emma's journey in artist management has been marked...
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