I'm so happy to announce I'm launching my new radio series, a spin-off of Travlin' the Tracks, called Respected LadyLand!

 

Above all else, Respected LadyLand the Radio Show is designed to be a vacation from misogyny.  It's a mythical destination where women & femmes are actually RESPECTED & valued, rather than resented, tormented, vilified, or shoved aside.

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In many ways representation and acceptance of women in the music industry has improved.  Unfortunately, misogyny still rears its ugly head to block progress in the same old ways.  For example, my observation during my 3 decades working in all facets of the music industry is that the talents and opinions of men have traditionally been FAR more valued than that of women (and nonbinary people).  This includes which music-makers from the past are celebrated today.

 

This is at the core of my motivation to create this show. I will gather this information, compile it for entertainment and educational purposes, and put it out into the world for all to hear and share.

 

On this series I aim to build on my knowledge of mid-century music by diving even deeper, exploring the contributions women made to the record industry during its golden era.  My plan is to celebrate women's voices as well as instrumentalists, songwriters, producers, arrangers, and other behind-the-scenes talents.

 

RESPECTED LADYLAND is about spotlighting the auditory achievements of mid century women. HOWEVER, it is also about all the women you will NEVER learn about because their contributions were never credited.

 

This show is equally dedicated to all the talented women musicians who were never recorded because they weren’t considered… period.  It's also for all the women who wanted to be music-makers but were discouraged from doing so because it wasn't something “ladies” should do, or it wasn't financially practical enough. It's for all the women who had to make the choice between having children or pursuing a career (or didn't have the choice).  Respected LadyLand is a show acknowledging all the women whose careers were quashed/stunted/arrested because they weren't taken seriously, resented for existing in the industry, or considered a threat to the people/person in power.

 

This is an ANTI-misogygny radio show.  All are welcome and encouraged to visit Respected LadyLand, just be sure to check any bigotry at the gate.

 

Though my existing musical knowledge tends to be Americentric, I plan to explore recordings from all around the world.  I don't know where this exploration will take me, but I intend to let the music lead me, and I will follow.  I hope you will join me on this journey!