Backstage Pass: HERMIXALOT In Conversation with LP
FEMME HOUSE fosters more equitable opportunity for women and gender-expansive individuals in the technical and behind-the-scenes areas of music. They are creating the future producers, mixers, engineers, DJs, artists, and executives of the industry by providing education and scholarships, cultivating community, propagating visual representation, and offering professional development opportunities.
Learn more about how to get involved with their mission to change the music industry at https://www.thisisfemmehouse.com/involved.
As FEMME HOUSE continues to expand their mentorship initiatives, their Backstage Pass interview series highlights all of their industry contacts and spotlights the myriad careers available in music. Backstage Pass highlights the professional community that FEMME HOUSE has had the privilege of getting to know, while illuminating the possibilities for a new generation to come.
FEMME HOUSE Co-Founder (and Spotlight On alum), HERMIXALOT, turned the tables on Spotlight On host and Lyte Chief Commercial Officer, Lawrence Peryer, featuring him as a guests of Backstage Pass for an interview and audience Q+A. We are happy to bring you that conversation here.
FEMME HOUSE Co-Founder and Executive Director Lauren A. Spalding (aka HERMIXALOT) graduated from high school on a Thursday afternoon and then started working as a publicity intern at Capitol Records the next morning. That was over fifteen years ago, and she has not worked a “real” job since. As an artist management consultant for her own shop, The Spalding Company, she’s shepherded fruitful partnerships to help bring her clients’ big ideas to life. As a managing member of Sofi Tukker’s artist oasis and Animal Talk Collective, she’s been a songwriter, party planner, publishing executive, and webmaster, sometimes all in the same day. As co-founder of an educational non-profit FEMME HOUSE, she chips away at the equity gap inherent to the technical roles of the music industry by providing women and non-binary folx opportunities to learn how to be producers and engineers. And, as her artist alter ego, HERMIXALOT, she lives out her pre-teen Missy Elliot dreams, writing and performing songs to move the people.
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Lawrence Peryer
Host, Spotlight On
Lawrence is a forward-thinking, pioneering executive who has worked with some of the most well-known entertainment artists and brands of our time.
His work is at the crossroads of technology, creative media, commerce, and community, developing businesses, products, and solutions that bring fans closer to the artists and experiences they love.
Lawrence has produced numerous award-winning music releases, documentaries, TV specials, online events, and short films for a diverse portfolio of new, established, and high-value clients. He possesses a reputation as both a creative leader and executive business strategist who fosters cohesive and collaborative relationships with A-list talent, business executives, and production partners.
Activities & Affiliations
Host, Spotlight On Podcast
City of Normandy Park, Arts Commissioner
iVoted Concerts, Board Member
National Academy Recording Arts and Sciences, Voting Member
National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), Advisory Board
Lauren A. Spalding
Artist Management + Event Production
Music Consultant x The Spalding Company
Co-Founder | Executive Director x FEMME HOUSE
LFG Manager x Animal Talk
Talent Buyer | Event Producer | Music Curator x W San Francisco
www.thespaldingcompany.com
www.thisisfemmehouse.com
www.weareanimaltalk.com
As an artist management consultant for her own shop, The Spalding Company, Lauren A. Spalding has shepherded fruitful partnerships to help bring her clients' big ideas to life. As a managing member of Sofi Tukker’s artist oasis, Animal Talk Collective, she’s been a songwriter, party planner, publishing executive, and webmaster, sometimes all in the same day. As co-founder of educational non-profit FEMME HOUSE, she chips away at the equity gap inherent to the technical roles of the music industry, providing womxn and non binary folx opportunities to learn how to be producers and engineers. And as her artist alter ego, hermixalot, she lives out her pre-teen Missy Elliot dreams, writing and performing songs to move the people.
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