Society of Tastemakers and Elegant People (STEP): Women in Australian Music

Overview

The clever clogs at STEP have put on an enlightening collection of music industry-related forums since they began, and their latest instalment is looking to be equally as topically informative. This month the focus is on women in music, whether they are performers, music journalists, studio owners and venue bookers. This month’s panel will explore the challenges women face in Australia’s music industry, and how we can ensure a new generation of female leaders in the field.

Moderated by the glorious Claire Bowditch, the panel will include Pikelet band member and LISTEN co-founder Evelyn Morris, musician and booker for The Toff Emily Ulman, Bakehouse Studio co-owner and co-founder of SLAM Helen Marcou, music journalist and YA novelist Jenny Valentish, and Brodie Lancaster of Rookie Magazine, Pitchfork and The Good Copy. On top of this impressive lineup of speakers, Whiskey Houston will be performing a DJ set before the panel discussion, and Totally Mild will close the night with a special set.