Beyond the Boys Club

Consequence Media

Journalist, radio host, and musician Anne Erickson has put the spotlight on the women making their mark on the music industry with her “Beyond the Boys Club” column on Consequence. Five years after launching the project, Erickson is taking it to the world of audio with the launch of the Beyond the Boys Club podcast on the Consequence Podcast Network. The interview series features deep-diving conversations from powerhouse women and nonbinary artists across all genres as they share insights into their creative journeys, the inside scoop on their latest projects, and their unique perspectives on the business of music at large.

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A Round Table with The Women Behind Universal Music
Mar 12 2024
A Round Table with The Women Behind Universal Music
Happy Women’s History Month the team behind the Beyond the Boys Club.  Thus far, in our series, we have spoken to singers, musicians, and songwriters, but to get a fuller picture of the industry, we decided to present an interview with two inspiring leaders in the music industry: Jane Gowen, EVP of Marketing & AR, and Sujata Murthy, EVP of Media & Artist Relations, both from Universal Music.Jane Gowen is the EVP of Product Development & Marketing for Universal Music Enterprises. Gowen holds key leadership roles on global teams for The Beatles, Bob Marley, The Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and many others. She is focused on working with artists to innovate and to bring their music to a younger audience. Prior to her current role, Gowen held creative leaderships roles with Virgin Records and EMI Music, working on campaigns artists including Lenny Kravitz, Spice Girls, Janet Jackson, The Smashing Pumpkins and Pink Floyd, among others.Sujata Murthy at EVP of Media & Artist Relations at Universal Music Enterprises , the global catalog division of Universal Music Group (UMG). Murthy began her music career at Capitol Records working with artists ranging from Radiohead to Skinny Puppy. She transitioned to become the primary publicist for artists reissuing classic albums on CD for the first time including Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, and Dean Martin. In her role, Murthy will continue to be responsible for the label’s media department and oversee press strategy and campaigns, as well as work closely with artists, managers and estates across UMG’s roster.In conversation with host Anne Erickson, the three discuss their origins in the industry, how it has changed, who their mentors were, and how they navigated their way to today. And don't forget to like, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode of Beyond the Boys Club!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Maggie Lindemann: From Social Media Star to a SUCKERPUNCH Album
Dec 12 2023
Maggie Lindemann: From Social Media Star to a SUCKERPUNCH Album
Singer-songwriter Maggie Lindemann is known for her breakout 2016 single "Pretty Girl". With 2 billion+ streams and social media fame, she blends pop, indie, and alternative styles. She founded her own label, swixxzaudio, and hosts a podcast. In conversation with host Anne Erickson, Maggie Lindemann discusses the inspirations behind her new album SUCKERPUNCH and its concert film, the positives and negatives of coming through social media, her musical influences, and what’s next for her in 2024. You can listen to the full interview with Maggie Lindemann now and read the full article on Consequence.net.This month, we’re on a mission to spread the word about Beyond the Boys Club far and wide, and you’re our secret weapon. If you love our show as much as we like bringing it to you, we need you to hop over to Apple Podcasts, hit the follow button, and leave us a review. Not only is it a quick and easy way to show your support, but it’ll also give you the chance to win some exclusive Consequence merch. Just follow this link to our Google Form and submit your info along with a screenshot of your review. We’ll be shouting out our winners in December, so make sure to follow and review soon. Thank you for all your support and for helping Beyond the Boys Club grow. Check out Maggie Lindemann’s latest release is the deluxe version of her SUCKERPUNCH album (December 2023) and more here.And don't forget to like, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode of Beyond the Boys Club!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Kat Leon: Bending Genres in Holy Wars
Nov 28 2023
Kat Leon: Bending Genres in Holy Wars
Beyond the Boys Club is joined by Kat Leon of Holy Wars who shares her story of meeting her partner and bandmate Nicolas Perez, finding the confidence in herself to give it her all on stage after the devasting loss of her parents, and how Alice Cooper personally gave his blessing upon her rock career. Known as a heavy/alt-rock band, Holy Wars has been getting heavier and heavier over time.In conversation with host Anne Erickson, Kat explains why Holy Wars' recent November EP Cult Classic is truly the culmination of the band's musical journey.Listen to the full interview with Kat Leon of Holy Wars now and read the full article on Consequence.net.This month, we’re on a mission to spread the word about Beyond the Boys Club far and wide, and you’re our secret weapon. If you love our show as much as we like bringing it to you, we need you to hop over to Apple Podcasts, hit the follow button, and leave us a review. Not only is it a quick and easy way to show your support, but it’ll also give you the chance to win some exclusive Consequence merch. Just follow this link to our Google Form and submit your info along with a screenshot of your review. We’ll be shouting out our winners in December, so make sure to follow and review soon. Thank you for all your support and for helping Beyond the Boys Club grow. You can also check out the latest about Holy Wars here.And don't forget to like, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode of Beyond the Boys Club!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy