Radio 2 presenter Jo Whiley, reflecting on her experience as a woman in the music industry during the Britpop era, expressed feelings of vulnerability due to the industry’s fixation on traditional masculinity. In an episode of the BBC Sounds Podcast The Rise and Fall of Britpop, Whiley discussed how women in the music scene often felt guarded and rarely discussed their experiences. Her comments were praised by colleagues, including Radio 6 Music presenter Lauren Laverne and Skunk Anansie lead singer Skin. Whiley expressed regret for not focusing on the welfare of female indie acts during that era. The podcast episode highlighted the prevalence of “lad culture” during the 90s, with Whiley and her co-host Steve Lamacq discussing the return of traditional masculine stereotypes in that era. They criticized Blur’s “Country House” music video for its representation of women. Whiley also discussed the power dynamics in the industry, where music journalists often had the upper hand and artists felt compromised. She voiced discomfort with the sexualization of the music industry and the portrayal of women in magazines like Loaded and Select. The episode explored the double standards faced by female artists, exemplified by Louise Wener from the band Sleeper. Whiley emphasized the dominance of male journalists in the industry at that time. Shirley Manson of Garbage also spoke about the misogyny and sexism prevalent in the music industry during the 90s. Whiley’s comments resonated with many music fans, who praised her for bringing attention to these issues. They discussed how the “ladette culture” of the time seemed progressive but was ultimately misogynistic. The conversation also referenced Mark Morriss of The Bluetones, who faced accusations of gaslighting and abuse from his ex-wife Anna Wharton. Morriss denied the allegations, stating that while he may have been thoughtless and selfish in his personal life, he refuted claims of abuse and gaslighting.
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