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Beat Queens is a compilation of instrumental tracks, representing female talent from all over the world. It’s meant to raise awareness on the lack of visibility of female beatmakers, which is related to the lack of representation of women in the music industry as a whole. As well as to contribute to a much-needed change, regarding a more equal representation.

The project is part of Stereofox’s Women in Music initiative, launched in 2021 with a research piece about female producers/beatmakers and the Beat Queens playlist.

The compilation is meant to raise awareness while inspiring more women to get into music production. To address the gender pay gap, Stereofox symbolically reduces its label cut to 20%, with 80% going straight to the producers. One of the main priorities is to share the story of each individual, which is also why each producer is presented with a custom-drawn artwork (an avatar). Lastly, any profits from the vinyl campaign will be donated to charity (collectively chosen by the producers), supporting an organisation that helps female creators grow and thrive.