The Godless Spellchecker Podcast
Ep#199 - Louise Distras - Cancelled By The Music Industry
May 17, 2024
Musician Louise Distras discusses cancel culture in the music industry, sharing experiences of being banned and dropped for her views. She delves into the challenges of recording new music amidst bias. Topics include clashes with online trans activists, cult-like behaviors in gender debates, and the impact of class identity on progressive movements.
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- Louise Distras faced cancellation in the music industry for standing up for women's rights and free speech, highlighting vulnerabilities and exploitation within the industry.
- Louise Distras discusses the challenges of expressing her identity as a woman in music amidst evolving gender definitions, emphasizing the constraints of language norms in the industry.
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The Challenges of Cancellation in the Music Industry
Louise Distrass shares her experiences of being cancelled in the music industry, starting with her first cancellation due to standing up for women's rights and freedom of speech. She highlights the exploitation and vulnerabilities in the industry, leading to her being blocked and exploited, resulting in her first cancellation without even realizing it. This pattern of exploitation and fear is common in the music industry, making many artists reluctant to speak out.
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