Who’s joining us as we celebrate International Women's Day 2025?
An opportunity to honour all the incredible female musicians in the music industry, locally and globally. Today, we reflect on women’s immense power, passion and talent in music, recognising the immeasurable talent that women bring to the stage.
Women Musicians Insight Report
According to the Women Musicians Insight Report – which gathered responses from over 2,500 women in the UK music industry – there is still a significant gender imbalance that needs to be addressed.
However, the research also shows that positive change is happening, and there are inspiring stories of women overcoming obstacles to build successful careers in Music.
Despite the challenges, women are creating amazing art, developing new paths and making their voices heard in ways that shape the industry’s future.
We’re seeing positive changes on the horizon. The tide is slowly shifting with the rise of female music initiatives and the ongoing push for more equitable representation in key industry spaces. More women are stepping into positions of power, as producers or label heads, and are helping lead the charge for gender equality in music.
Shining the Spotlight on South West Talent
International Women’s Day 2025 is an opportunity to celebrate the remarkable female musicians, producers and songwriters taking the industry by storm.
Here at Involving Music, we proudly spotlight talented women in the South West music scene. These artists inspire with their music and embody the spirit of resilience and creativity.
One need look no further than the inspiring women we’ve previously spotlighted at Involving Music: Moya Silk, Kitty Crocker and Saff Juno. We’ve also included many Southwest female musicians on our Monthly Spotify Playlist, including Emily Davies, Leonian Dream, Laura Kate and Riley Jane.
We’re always thrilled to highlight their work through our platforms, each with their unique sounds and stories to tell.
We reached out to some of these incredible women and more for their thoughts on what it means to be a woman in music, their advice for up-and-coming artists and who inspires them in the Southwest and beyond.
Insights from the Women Behind SW Music
SAFF JUNO:
Image Credit: Saff Juno
"Being a woman in the music scene means a lot to me. At first, I was a bit nervous to start out, but now I feel like I've really found my place. I think the South West music scene is now raising awareness about equality, but I do feel we are still underrepresented. It would be amazing to see more female artists popping up this year."
GRLBND:
"It's really important to me being a woman in the industry. We're able to show our capability and passion for music, and sometimes, it's hard to feel seen in this industry. My advice to women wanting to get more involved is to not let others tell you what you can or can't do. Go and show people what you're capable of and enjoy the journey."
THE MAISONETTES:
Image Credit: Dave Goodchild
"Being a woman in the music industry is cool. We're lucky to be living in a time where no one really cares.’’ “There's a lot of community and a good support system around everybody.’’
MOYA SILK:
“My advice is to stay true to yourself and what you want to create. Don't let others or trends sway you.”
EMILY DAVIES:
“Be true to yourself, speak in your own voice. Recognise that the stories and your experiences that you have in the world as a woman are important to share and worth sharing; people need to hear them.’’
KITTY CROCKER:
“The best advice I was given was to stay true to your artistry and not compare yourself to others in the game, it can be quite easy to do that in this industry, but have a clear vision of what you want to do with your music.’’
Women’s Voices: Making More Noise
The journey to gender equality in the music industry is far from over, but with each passing year, we see more women rise to prominence and make their voices heard. As a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of all musicians, we stand alongside these talented women and continue to support their efforts to create, perform and thrive in the industry.
At Involving Music, we are committed to celebrating women’s talent, creativity and resilience in music. As we continue to spotlight women in the South West, we encourage you to get involved with us. Whether you’re an emerging artist, a seasoned pro, or someone passionate about making some noise in the SW music scene, we want to hear from you.
If you’d like to be featured on our platform, whether through a premium feature or a basic spotlight for 2025, reach out and share your story with us. We’re here to amplify your voice and celebrate the talent you bring to the music world.
