Ben Turner: “It’s A Thin Line Between True Curation And Gatekeeping”
Ben Turner on why promoters have no excuse left, and why nurturing new talent is a long-term investment.
Debates about representation in electronic music tend to get heated fast. Comment threads and panel soundbites distort arguments that deserve more space, whether that's about lineup balance, studio access, mentorship or safety.
At the heart of the series is a simple question: can we close the gender gap?
No one is asking for consensus; that's impossible. But by opening the floor, we can build a broader understanding through other people's perspectives and experiences.
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