I'm aware of what I am, but I focus so much on myself as a…
“I'm aware of what I am, but I focus so much on myself as a musician and as an artist that I don't even notice that I'm the only female on a festival bill. I'm just like "oh I'm playing this festival."I haven't been very deeply involved in this greater outreach because my approach to equality is integration. I'm not into separatism, or an all-female festival. It's good and empowering but it doesn't allow for the bigger picture to get accomplished. We all need to be at the same festival - that's always been my approach.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She emphasizes integration over segregation, advocating for equal representation without gender-exclusive events.
In simple terms: Promote equality by sharing stages, not separating groups.
Support inclusive platforms for all artists.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- festival planning
- artist line‑ups
- community outreach
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can festivals ensure fair representation?
- What are risks of gender‑specific events?
Balancing representation with artistic merit can be complex.