We live in a world that whenever a minority, or a theme that isn't considered mainstream, is featured in a TV show or a film, the Internet shouts that it has turned "woke". I'm here to tell you why representation matters in media and how it has helped me accept who I am.
Author: Mae Simkin
It is 2022, Why is a 50/50 Gender Split Festival Making Headline News?
Last month Hertfordshire music festival Standon Calling made headline news by becoming the first major UK festival to curate a line-up consisting of at least 50% female or non-binary acts. Why is this making headline news? (Submitted for uni in April)
So, where have I been?
So, where have I been? That is a good question. I think the honest answer is that I don't know.
Gig Review: Myriam Adams w/ Five O Fives & Quentin Francis, Castle & Falcon, 21/06/21
Myriam Adams put on an incredible show last night, with support from Five O Fives and Quentin Francis.
“Hey Google, play Welcome Home by Peters & Lee” – Returning To Edgbaston Cricket Ground
Returning to Edgbaston Cricket Ground after 614 days away felt pretty special.
Single Review: “The Coming Of Age” by Ace Ambrose
Singer-songwriter Ace Ambrose is back with new single, "The Coming Of Age".
Single Review: “Collisions” by parade
Coventry trio, parade bring us their latest single, "Collisions".
EP Review: “Planetary Shift” by Graywave
Graywave brings us her incredible debut EP, "Planetary Shift".
Single Review: “Through All The Fighting” by Candid
Candid bring us their brand new single, "Through All The Fighting", and it is their most emotional release yet.
Forget The Marketed Token Posts, Sexism Is Still Very Much Rife In The Music Industry
Although I appreciate all of the support today on IWD, we need to remember to support our womxn during the other 364 days too.