Get to know women behind Denver’s music industry

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Throughout March, Indie 102.3 has been celebrating women identifying people in music on air, both in the local music scene and around the world. You’re getting a deeper dive into the familiar artists you already know and love, as well as new acts we think you need to know. Also this month, you’re discovering some of the amazing women of the Colorado music scene with the Local 303.

What about the women on the other side of the mic? Who are the women making things happen behind the scene? Last year, we introduced you to four women dominating the Colorado music industry, and we wanted to share more this year.

We reached out to three local women in our music community, across different fields – Nikki Swarn, General Manager/Program Director/On-Air Personality 104.7 THE DROP; Anna Frick, Mastering and Restoration Engineer; Hayley Helmricks, Talent Buyer at The Skylark Lounge,

Read more about just a few of the amazing women in the local music scene, and check out the ridiculously fire playlist below!

Nikki Swarn, General Manager/Program Director/On-Air Personality 104.7 THE DROP

What do you do in the music industry:
I have done a ton of things ranging from PR to artist management and from Music Director to General Manager.  I got my start when one of my mentors, Trina McGuire-Collier, suggested that I call TV and radio stations for a promotions job.

Why does representation matter?
Representation always matter!  We become a much better society, community and a people when we are able to come together and celebrate what makes us all unique.  Fear and bias is so divisive and limiting.  Having as many diverse voices at the table possible only strengthens the work that we can accomplish.

How can folks support women in the music industry? 
Hire them!  Listen, support, mentor, encourage them.  Those support need to be not only in job offers, but in supporting our evolution and insulating us to help ensure success.

Tell us an empowering moment for you: …

Read the full article HERE

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