Megan Moroney was honored with the Artist Spotlight award at the second annual Sharing the Spotlight awards, an event organized by She Is The Music, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting women in the music industry. The award recognizes Moroney’s significant achievements in country music, including her recent success as a platinum-selling artist and her win for New Artist of the Year at the Country Music Association awards in 2024.
During the event held in West Hollywood, Moroney highlighted the importance of collaboration among women in the industry, emphasizing that artistic success should not be viewed as a competition. She acknowledged the contributions of her all-female team, which includes her manager, agent, publicist, and tour manager, in supporting her career. This sentiment aligns with the mission of She Is The Music, co-founded by notable figures in the industry, including Alicia Keys, to address the gender disparity in music.
Recent studies have shown a significant underrepresentation of women in music production roles, with a reported ratio of 47 male producers to every female producer across popular songs. This statistic underscores the ongoing efforts of organizations like She Is The Music to create pathways and opportunities for women in the field. The initiative aims to cultivate a supportive network that empowers women to succeed and thrive in various roles within the industry.
Also honored at the event was Sylvia Rhone, a veteran music executive recognized for her advocacy for female artists and executives. Rhone’s remarks reflected on the historical challenges faced by women in the industry and expressed optimism about the future, highlighting the resilience and creativity of women in navigating the evolving landscape of music.