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Songwriting's Gender Gap Exposed at Ivors
25 Mar
Summary
- Ivor Novello awards highlight significant gender disparity in music.
- Kae Tempest receives two nominations in the same contemporary song category.
- AI's impact on musicians' livelihoods is a growing concern for creators.
The nominations for this year's Ivor Novello awards showcase exceptional talent in British and Irish songwriting, with artists like Olivia Dean, Ellie Rowsell of Wolf Alice, Jacob Alon, Self Esteem, and Kae Tempest each earning two nods. Notably, Kae Tempest will compete against themselves in the best contemporary song category for two tracks co-written with Fraser T Smith.
However, the nominations also underscore a significant gender disparity, featuring 40 male nominees compared to 19 female and two non-binary artists among the 61 recognized songwriters and composers. This reflects a broader trend, with research indicating a decrease in female songwriters on popular songs.
Amidst these celebrations of creativity, the awards also acknowledge the growing anxiety surrounding artificial intelligence and its potential impact on musicians' livelihoods, positioning themselves as an affirmation of human artistry. Winners will be announced on May 21st in London.
