NOT BAD FOR A GIRL – a collective rooted across Manchester, Bristol, and London providing support and opportunities for women, non-binary, and transgender people in the music industry – has launched its new label, EQUAL PARTS.
Empowering Underrepresented Artists
Created to release music particularly from artists who have historically faced greater barriers to entry because of their gender, its name is borrowed from an early-days slogan within the collective: ‘equal pay, equal opportunity, and EQUAL PARTS SPIRIT AND MIXER.’
New Label Launch: EQUAL PARTS
The first release on EQUAL PARTS is available now, with member THT GRL teaming up with her partner PCKRNG to share ‘Don’t You’. It’s a high energy, full-throttle speed garage cut, and the imprint has teased future releases from Shirley Temper, DaiSu, and Urbi.
“The first release is from THT GRL, who is one of our members, in her production duo with her partner PCKRNG, who is the former owner of DOIN BITS magazine,” explains Not Bad For A Girl founder Martha Bolton.
“We’ve signed their track ‘Don’t You’ which has had some really big coverage already on stations like George FM and BBC. I love that you can really tell that they’re partners through the music they make. When I listen to their tunes I get the same excited, chaotic feeling as when I hang out with them.
Fighting Against Misogyny in Music
“We’re done with being harassed in the booth,” she continues. “We’re bored of seeing the same male artists on every lineup. It’s time to say enough is enough to the tired pattern of misogyny that is suffocating the scene. The music industry is broken, and we’re here to fix it.”
Supporting Gender Diversity in Music
You can check out ‘Don’t You’ via EQUAL PARTS now here.
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Conclusion
Equal Parts is paving the way for gender diversity in the music industry, providing a platform for underrepresented artists to showcase their talent. With a focus on equality and empowerment, this new label is set to make a significant impact on the industry.
FAQs
Q: What is the mission of EQUAL PARTS?
A: EQUAL PARTS aims to provide support and opportunities for women, non-binary, and transgender individuals in the music industry.
Q: Who is behind the creation of EQUAL PARTS?
A: NOT BAD FOR A GIRL, a collective based in Manchester, Bristol, and London, is behind the launch of EQUAL PARTS.
Q: What type of music can we expect from EQUAL PARTS?
A: EQUAL PARTS focuses on releasing music from artists who have historically faced barriers due to their gender, promoting equality and diversity in the industry.
Credit: mixmag.net
