STOP PRESS! "Fabulous Female Musicians" by world-renowned writer & journalist Sammy Stein
A Must read for all aspiring female musicians - Out September 12th!
Extremely honoured and excited to be included among these wonderful female musicians in Sammy’s seminal new book.
available: Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, Amazon UK, Walmart
Fabulous Female Musicians fearlessly tackles difficult topics female musicians face from sexual assault to confronting misogyny and bullying, the interviews shed light on obstacles artists have encountered and their resilience. The book raises awareness and serves as a platform for discussions surrounding gender equality in the music world.
Yet, amidst the challenges and struggles, the musicians featured are positive and offer sound advice to those wanting to follow them into music as a career. These talented women share their unique perspectives.
Fabulous Female Musicians is a tribute to the remarkable women who have shaped the music industry, offering practical advice and valuable insights for those seeking to embark on musical journeys, making it an essential resource for music enthusiasts and aspiring artists.
Author Sammy Stein interviews Evie Asio, Jamie Baum, Simone Baron, Jeanie
Barton, Brigitte Beraha, Anjelica Cleaver, Collette Cooper, Amina Figarova, Ruth
Goller, China Moses, Destiny Muhammad, Maggie Nicols, Zoe Rahman, Ellen
Rowe, Natasha Seale, Sara Serpa, Emma Smith, Leni Stern, Rachel Sutton, Charu
Suri, and Emma Rawicz.
The women talk about the impact music has had on their lives and the passion they feel
for it. They offer insights into being a working musician and how they have battled
adversity, dealt with challenging issues, and managed their personal lives, parenthood,
and relationships with fellow musicians. They also speak of the change in attitudes
during recent years and the empowering aspect of music.
These trailblazers have broken down barriers and inspired countless others. Their
stories are moving and inspiring. Discover how they found their instruments, overcame
challenges, and embraced their musical passions.
Sammy Stein is the winner of the Phace Magazine Music Book of The Year Award
2020, won a Jazz Times Distaff Award, lister, and twice, she has been commissioned
by the US Library of Congress to write about female musicians. Her books have
received international acclaim for their honesty and integrity. Sammy is highly respected
and has contributed to publications including Readers Digest, We Jazz Magazine,
Pianist Magazine, Record Collector, and more. She is also a columnist for Something
Else Reviews, Free Jazz Collective, and Platinum Mind.
Sammy curated a small festival in London that showcased UK, European, and US acts,
has curated radio series, and recently took part in panel shows for Jazz FM. Her books
include ‘All That’s Jazz’ (Tomahawk), ‘Women In Jazz’ (8th House), In Their Own
Words (8 th House), ‘Pause, Play, Repeat’, and ‘The Wonder of Jazz.’
Sammy’s passion is music and allowing musicians; voices to be heard.
Fabulous Female Musicians: Stein, Sammy: 9781803529196: Amazon.com: Books
For information or details contact author Sammy Stein at sammystein@btinternet.com