Universal Music execs Jane Gowen and Sujata Murthy join forces Beyond the boys club to discuss their roles in the music industry and more. The latest addition to the Consequence Podcast Network, Beyond the boys club is hosted by journalist, musician and radio presenter Anne Erickson of Audio Ink Radio and the music suit on wings, derived from the interview column of the same name. The series highlights women and non-binary musicians as they offer their perspectives on the industry and discuss their personal experiences. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
March is Women's History Month and we really can't think of a more perfect interview to kick off our March episodes. Being a woman in the music industry doesn't mean always being out front, singing or playing an instrument. Sometimes, you're leading things behind the scenes.
This month, we're thrilled to present an interview with two inspiring music industry leaders: Jane Gowen, Executive Vice President of Marketing and A&R, and Sujata Murthy, Executive Vice President of Artist Relations and Media, both at Universal Music. As we honor the many influential women during Women's History Month, it's heartwarming to hear stories like these and highlight the different roles women play in creating music culture.
“It's a very male-dominated field,” says Murthy when asked if she has experienced any obstacles as a woman in the industry. “You see a lot more women in executive positions, but it definitely wasn't easy. And also being a person of color and a woman, there have been standard challenges that you hear over and over again, from someone assuming that I'm the one who's going to have the coffee or that I'm going to take notes or even just say horrible things.”
She continues: “But growing up as immigrants, parents always say, 'Treat things professionally, keep your head up.' Be proud and carry on, but… don't let people pressure you.”
Meanwhile, Gowen doesn't take his role lightly, saying: “It's a huge responsibility when you stop and think, 'I'm leading the teams that are putting these [artist] campaigns together,' and you have an incredible responsibility to the artists, the heirs, the managers, and we also have a responsibility to our labels and the way we work at Universal.”
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