Gwen Stefani “I usually put pants on!”
I usually put pants on! This was the response of Gwen Stefani, when asked – if Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry have taken a page out of her playbook when it comes to style? Gwen is a really beautiful lady as all of these girls are, but I get the feeling that Gwen sees … Read more
Poly Styrene – an amazing role model
I was saddened to hear that Poly Styrene, founder and lead singer of the punk band X-Ray Spex had passed away. Born Marian Joan Elliot-Said at Bromley, Kent on July 3 1957; she left behind a legacy to be proud of. With so many people showing their support and love for her, I couldn’t help … Read more
Research into the “Hidden” female musicians of the Scottish music Scene
I’ve been putting together a research proposal into the “Hidden” female musicians in Glasgow. I want to find out how many there are approximately and ways and means of promoting them. I need opinions and different views in order to shape and inform my research. In my preliminary research I’ve found that there are many … Read more
Is there a gender gap in the Scottish music industry?
Data collated by UK Feminista and PRS for Music show that there is lack of female artists out there in the UK. Below are some of the facts they found. The Facts: * In its 18-year history the Mercury Prize has been awarded to only five women. * Just 4.1% of works performed at the 2010 … Read more
I need your music!!!
This is site dedicated to showcasing the talented unsigned and independent female artists – Please send me a link to your work to be included on this site! Contact me – patricia.panther@hotmail.co.uk
Who is this music for?
Have men influenced the portrayal of women in music, if so in what way? Music videos and stage costumes especially the former have become increasingly sexualised, I sometimes wonder who it is for – the female fans or the males or could we argue that it appeals to both? As a female artist I feel … Read more
