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The 2025 Golden Globe nominations, announced on December 9, 2024, highlight the exceptional contributions of women in music across various categories. Notable nominees include: Best Original Score – Motion Picture: - Clément Ducol and Camille Dalmais for Emilia Pérez
- Hildur Guðnadóttir for Dune: Part Two
- Rachel Portman for Challengers
- Anne Dudley for The Wild Robot
While these nominations are a step forward, they don’t mean the problem is solved. An analysis of names credited as ‘Music by’ or ‘Composer’ on the top 200 grossing movies of 2023 reveals that 90% were men and only 10% were women. This stark disparity underscores the need for greater inclusivity and more opportunities for women in the music industry.
Raising awareness is the first step to change. By supporting women composers, amplifying their achievements, and demanding more inclusive practices, we can all contribute to making the industry more equitable. Let’s keep this conversation going and ensure that women’s talent is recognised, celebrated, and nurtured.
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Global economic study shows human creators’ future at risk from
generative AI A CISAC study reveals that generative AI poses a major risk to creators' incomes. By 2028, 24% of musicians' revenues could be lost due to AI-generated content replacing human-made works. This shift could transfer billions in value to tech companies unless regulatory protections are implemented to safeguard creators' rights and ensure transparency. Without intervention, creators face substantial economic harm. Paul McCartney warns AI ‘could take over’ as UK debates copyright lawsFormer Beatle speaks out amid fears the rise of AI threatens income streams for music, news and book publishers 🔗 Read the full story here |
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Practical Corner: Music Business Essentials |
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Three Steps Every Musician Should Take This Week:
1. Review Your Contracts: Ensure your agreements include clear terms for how your work can (and can’t) be used, especially in relation to AI-generated content. 2. Build Your Online Presence: Consistently share your music and story across social media to connect with fans and potential collaborators. 3. Stay Informed About AI: Understand how generative AI is impacting the industry and advocate for protections that support artists' rights. |
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The Alliance for Women Film Composers (AWFC) was founded in 2014 by Laura Karpman, Miriam Cutler, Lolita Ritmanis and Chandler Poling out of a need and desire to raise visibility and create opportunity for female composers.
The AWFC set out to change the landscape of equity in music for visual media. By creating a directory, events, performances, gatherings, advocacy and partnerships, the AWFC has begun to shift the tide of equity in Hollywood and beyond. What began as a series of conversations, has turned into a powerful engaged community of plural voices committed to inclusion.
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📚 Read this Week Women Race and Class Ranging from the age of slavery to contemporary injustices, this groundbreaking history of race, gender and class inequality by the radical political activist Angela Davis offers an alternative view of female struggles for liberation. |
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Women in Music Calendars 2025 |
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Get the Women in Music 2025 Calendar by Donne Foundation — a celebration of trailblazing women composers and musicians.
📆 Perfect for your home or office, this calendar inspires year-round and supports gender equality in music. Available in two sizes for EU & worldwide shipping! |
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