Elyn Kazarian is back in the dublab studio for another episode of the shesaid.so LA Radio. Elyn’s guest for this episode is Rachael Hardway.
Rachael Hardway is a multifaceted professional with a diverse background as a DJ, sound healer and artist's advocate.
Currently, Rachael oversees digital marketing strategy at Red Bull Records. Before moving to Los Angeles and joining the Red Bull Records team, Rachael spent over eight years at Sony Music and RECORDS, LLC. Additionally, Rachael is the owner and visionary behind Dauntless Media, LLC, an artist incubator and creative agency.
Rachael thrives in creative spaces, constantly filling them with questions, ideas, and strategies. Over the past four years, Rachael has been based in Los Angeles, California, after spending more than a decade in Brooklyn, New York.
Known for diving into intellectual rabbit holes, challenging assumptions, and obsessively resolving problems, Rachael's true passion lies in genuine connection, music, and creative direction.
Beyond marketing unbridled awesomeness and managing the myriad thoughts constantly buzzing in her mind, Rachael assists artists and brands with music marketing, brand development, and creating cool playlists for herself and others.
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shesaid.so LA Radio: Maria Gironas
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Elyn Kazarian is back in the dublab studio for another episode of the shesaid.so LA Radio. Elyn’s guest for this episode is Maria Gironas, who is the founder of Cool Shit, Cool People, and the GM of Keychange U.S.
Maria Gironas, Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree, is an entertainment and technology executive who elevates marginalized communities and empowers creatives.
They are currently the GM of Keychange U.S. – a nonprofit supporting underrepresented gender creatives with training, mentoring, and networking.
They’re also Founder of Cool Shit, Cool People – a cutting-edge artist development, talent relations, and integrated marketing consultancy.
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Summary
Maria’s music industry origins and advocacy for artists. 0:00
Artist development and brand building in the music industry. 3:56
Artist empowerment through education and understanding. 11:00
The value of human connection in the music industry. 14:17
Gender equity in the music industry. 19:27
Music industry leadership and diversity initiatives. 23:38
Managing work, life, and mental health. 28:38
30:00 - End
Passion, love, and positive change in the music industry.
Gender equity in the music industry with a nonprofit organization.
Career journey and diversity initiatives in the music industry.
Managing multiple initiatives and mental health.
Mental health, social media, and artist collaboration.
Managing client expectations and communication in the music industry.
Music industry and technology evolution.
shesaid.so Radio LA with Elyn Kazarian
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12PM - 2PMFormed by members of the Los Angeles chapter, shesaidso Radio LA aims to motivate, connect, and showcase the work of inspiring women worldwide. The monthly show features interviews and themed discussions exploring industry news, trends and women’s ever evolving forms of influence within the music ecosystem.
shesaid.so LA Radio: Starya
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Elyn Kazarian is back in the dublab studio on January 20th for another episode of the shesaid.so LA Radio with special guest DJ/producer Starya.
Starya’s quality tracks and mixes have earned her opportunities to open for artists such as Skrillex, Justice, 2manydjs, Kill The Noise, Tokimonsta, ZEDD, Arty, Mija, Boys Noize and Dillon Francis to name few.
As Tuff Ghost, she could smoothly switch between hip-hop, techno, electro, house, and dubstep— a DJ's DJ.
As Starya she emerges in her true form, singing over her sets to haunting original pop-house songs with an ethereal otherworldly edge that’s distinctively hers.
In the first hour of the show, Elyn's set will feature music from artists such as Empress Of, Jockstrap, Blondshell, and many more. In the second hour, Starya is in control of the booth, showcasing her unique style
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Formed by members of the Los Angeles chapter, shesaidso Radio LA aims to motivate, connect, and showcase the work of inspiring women worldwide. The monthly show features interviews and themed discussions exploring industry news, trends and women’s ever evolving forms of influence within the music ecosystem.
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For this month's shesaid.so LA radio at Dublab Elyn Kazarian's guest will be Tara Brooks.
Tara is making some serious waves in the industry. Rather than producing just one genre or style, she is sonically inspired by personal experiences and connections with her environment.
Tara's out-of-the-box taste in a multitude of genres, paired with her passion for taking crowds through a journey of unique sounds and styles, enables her to stir crowds with a special & memorable experience. From deep & funky soulful grooves, trippy & hypnotic rhythms, raw acid, electro, techno, to breakbeats & indie dance, her goal and vision is to get you moving, grooving, and everyone in sync.
Always striving to elevate the vibe and connect with the dancefloor, Tara creates exhilarating sound experiences that are compelling, sophisticated, risky, uplifting, & healing.
Elyn will select the music for the first hour of the show.
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shesaid.so LA Radio on Dublab: Gemma Lacey
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For this month's shesaid.so LA radio at Dublab Elyn Kazarian's guest will be Gemma Lacey.
Gemma Lacey is a UK-born writer and journalist currently based in LA. She has written for print and online publications since 2003 and specializes in one-on-one artist profiles. Her focus is always to celebrate the sense of wonder and connections that arts and culture provide us all and showcase it to a broader audience.
Since 2013 she's been an editor and contributor at PUSS PUSS Magazine and is currently executive editor at MARVIN Magazine, founded by Marvin Jarrettt founder of Nylon and Raygun magazines.
Some of her favourite interviews to date include Cat Power, Eartheater, and Thundercat. She's also working on a book," "Everything I've Learned Talking to Artists for Over 20 Years" and is currently working on a publishing deal.
Also, be sure to tune in for Elyn’s music selections.
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shesaid.so LA Radio on Dublab: Heather LaRose
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For this month's shesaid.so LA radio at Dublab Elyn Kazarian's guest will be Heather LaRose - the youngest person to win a Songwriter Hall of Fame Award for 2023.
LaRose is a New York born and Los Angeles based alternative pop singer-songwriter who has been featured in Rolling Stone, Forbes, Billboard, iHeart Radio, Songtrust, and more. On guitar, LaRose is sponsored by Gibson and is a past winner of The Great American Song Contest.
Her powerful lyrics helped her carve out her name into the bedrock of the music industry. LaRose’s highly anticipated EP “Party Girl Tears” has already accrued over 3 million streams off the released singles, with multiple features in Rolling Stone, Billboard, and more media.
LaRose has supported The Killers, The 1975, Rachel Platten, Nickelodeon's Drake Bell, etc on tour. Additionally, she has performed at New York Fashion Week, Los Angeles Fashion Week, Sundance Film Festival. She has written for artists signed to Sony, Universal, and Columbia.
Also tune for Elyn’s music selections that will include the likes of PIAO, Brandy, Missy Elliott, Noname, Ama Lou and more.
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shesaid.so LA Radio on Dublab: Dana Williams
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Dana Williams (left) with host Elyn Kazarian (right) at Dublab Radio (LA).
On the latest LA Radio at Dublab; host Elyn Kazarian invites LA-based singer-songwriter Dana Williams.
Dana is the daughter of legendary guitarist David Williams (Madonna’s “Like A Prayer,” etc.), known for her timeless vocals and guitar, blending jazz, soul and folk into a hypnotic breed of R&B.
Dana gained prominence in 2017 with the single "Honey," leading to a collaboration with Rejjie Snow on "Egyptian Luvr" featuring Aminé and Kaytranada. Her third EP "Thank You For The Memories" arrived in 2020, featuring covers and acoustic renditions of her singles.
Dana shares her musical journey focusing on the role of her family and community in shaping her career while staying authentic in an industry that often encourages otherwise.
We also discuss songwriters' struggles and the necessity of creating more opportunities and behind-the-scenes positions for women and Dana's recently released EP, “Talk Therapy”
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EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS
(0:00:02) - Radio Show Host Introduces Guest Musician
We explore new releases, Dana Williams' new EP, and how her music and lyrics make us feel.
(0:44:42) - Music, College, and Self-Discovery
Pursuing music as a career path, developing writing and music theory.
(1:02:19) - Music Creation and Collaboration Journey
Community and collaboration with other songwriters and producers.
(1:12:10) - Reflections on Fear, Love, and Longing
Exploring family influence, creative synergy, deepening musical passion, and self-care.
(1:20:35) - Songwriting Industry Challenges and Changes
Songwriters' struggles, diminishing residuals, labels' success, master points, and difficulty sustaining creativity are discussed.
(1:40:28) - Women in the Music Industry
Power dynamics in music, creating opportunities, streaming prices, and songwriter compensation.