Music Ally Focus
"This isn't just another #MeToo issue... it's way bigger than that." Sexual violence, NDAs, and the music industry – with Caroline Heldman, PhD and Samantha Maloney of the Sound Off Coalition
May 23, 2024
Caroline Heldman and Samantha Maloney from the Sound Off Coalition discuss their report on sexual abuse in the music industry, calling for the end of NDAs. They address the pattern of cover-ups by big music companies, shareholder activism, and the challenges faced in making a difference. The report details over 200 pages of allegations against well-known music names.
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- The Sound Off Coalition's report exposes a history of sexual abuse and cover-ups in the music industry, highlighting the need to end NDAs silencing survivors.
- Systemic corruption within the music industry incentivizes abusive behavior by well-known figures, creating a challenging cycle to address misconduct.
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Corporate Corruption in the Music Industry
The podcast exposes corporate corruption within the music industry, unveiling a history of decades of sexual abuse and cover-ups by artists and industry executives. A coalition of nonprofit organizations launched a report calling for an end to the use of NDAs silencing survivors, shedding light on systemic corruption within the industry that prioritizes profit over addressing sexual violence.
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