Feminism in Electronic Dance Music

💿 A Brief Lesson Into The Misogyny Of EDM 💿

Electronic Dance Music (EDM) is one of the most popular music genres of this decade, however despite its popularity, women have been continuously underrepresented in Electronic Dance Music Culture (EDMC), making up a very small percentage of the scene. While this is a problem across all areas of EDMC, it is most recognisable in terms of DJing, and the supposed ‘lack’ of female DJs. Mainstream media often refers to there being a ‘lack’ of female DJs in Electronic Dance Music (EDM). Despite media suggestions, there is an abundance of female DJs, many of whom have achieved mainstream global success. The issue is that in the past, as well as in modern society, these DJs are not represented in EDMC to the same degree as male DJs.

Female DJs and Electronic Artists You 🎧 Need To Know 🎧

Georgia

Georgia is an English record producer, songwriter, singer and drummer. She began her career as a session drummer before producing her own music. Her sound has been described as "Euphoric, late-night dance". Georgia's 2020 album Seeking Thrills has been shortlisted for the Mercury Prize.

Learn more about Georgia here!

Helena Hauff

Helena Hauff is a German DJ whose music is a fusion of stripped-back techno and other EDM sub-genres such as acid house. Hauff typically doesn't like to record her DJ sets becuase she wants to "live in the moment, and then wants that moment gone".

Learn more about Helena Hauff here!

DJ9AM

DJ9AM is an American DJ who is known for her effortless transitions and blends weaving through various genres including afrobeat, house, hip-hop, reggae, and more. DJ9AM is an up-and-coming DJ, having recently DJed at SXSW.

Learn more about DJ9AM here!
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