Honoring Industry Leaders: The Femmy Awards MMW Debut
Activations for Women’s History Month
Femme House, the non-profit organization dedicated to creating equity in music, has announced an extensive lineup of programming for Women’s History Month. The initiatives span SXSW in Austin and Miami Music Week, featuring educational workshops, artist showcases, mentorship opportunities, and community-driven events. A major highlight of this year’s activations is the launch of the inaugural Femmy Awards, set to take place on March 27 at Miami’s Palm Tree Club in partnership with Billboard. The awards will honor influential figures who have significantly contributed to the electronic music industry.
The Femmy Awards: Honoring Dance Music Trailblazers
The inaugural Femmy Awards aim to celebrate industry leaders who have played a pivotal role in advancing representation and equity in electronic music. And guess what...Gray Area is up for a nomination.
Pioneer Award: Recognizing lifetime achievements, this award will honor DJ Lady D, celebrated as Chicago’s House Music Queen, and DJ Minx, a Detroit techno icon and the founder of Women on Wax. Both artists have shaped the industry for decades, paving the way for femme, non-binary, and LGBTQ+ artists.
Voice of House Award: This category honors vocalists who have defined generations of dance music. The inaugural recipients are Barbara Tucker and Crystal Waters, two legendary figures whose voices have become synonymous with house music.
Producer of the Year: Sara Landry receives this distinction for her outstanding contributions to electronic music production and sound design. Her work continues to influence and inspire emerging producers globally.
All proceeds from the Femmy Awards will directly support Femme House's initiatives, ensuring the continuation of their educational programs and community efforts.
SXSW Activations: March 10-11, 2025
Femme House kicks off its Women’s History Month programming with W PRESENTS x Femme House at SXSW on March 10. The event will be hosted at the W Austin Living Room, featuring performances from Femme House co-founder LP Giobbi, as well as Riva and Bianca.
On March 11, Welcome to The Femme House x W Austin will serve as an interactive space for artists and industry professionals. The day will include workshops, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities. Key highlights include:
A fireside chat with LP Giobbi, HERMIXALOT, and Amy Corbin of C3 Presents
A Marketing & Entrepreneurship Q&A with Caren Kelleher and Gold Rush Vinyl
A Synth Playground powered by Ableton
A professional headshot station and personal branding resources
Mental wellness programming in partnership with Backline
These activations provide a space for emerging artists to learn, connect, and gain access to industry professionals in a supportive environment.
Miami Music Week: March 26-28, 2025
In addition to the Femmy Awards on March 27, Femme House will host Femme Friday at W South Beach on March 28. This full-day event will focus on mentorship, networking, and panel discussions with top industry professionals. Now in its third year, Femme Friday continues to be a vital resource for artists looking to gain deeper insight into the music business and production.
Femme House Radio & Online Programming
Throughout March, Femme House will also expand its reach through online programming, including:
A free Ableton workshop with Chief Education Officer mini bear, covering synthesis, sound design, and production techniques.
Femme House Radio, airing Wednesdays at 8 PM PT on SiriusXM Electro BPM Channel 52. Hosted by LP Giobbi and HERMIXALOT, the series will spotlight artists from LP Giobbi's yes yes yes label.
A social media campaign highlighting the contributions of femme and non-binary artists throughout history.
About Femme House
Founded in 2019 by LP Giobbi and HERMIXALOT, Femme House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to fostering inclusivity in the music industry. Through mentorship, scholarships, and community-building, the organization has provided education to over 15,000 students globally and raised over $1 million to support underrepresented voices in music.
With a comprehensive month of programming across multiple platforms, Femme House continues to build spaces where underrepresented artists can thrive. For more details and to RSVP for events, visit the Femme House website.
As part of FEMME HOUSE’s mission to create equity in music, all proceeds from The Femmy Awards will directly support FEMME HOUSE programming. For tables and tickets, head to DICE.
