GRRLs just want to play music

By , Daily Memphian Published: May 18, 2019 3:21 PM CT
<strong>Musician Allison Kasper is one of the organizers of GRRL Fest, which features musical acts that are led by women and performers who identify as female. The festival will be held in both ends of the Hi-Tone Cafe on Saturday, May 18.</strong> (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)

Musician Allison Kasper is one of the organizers of GRRL Fest, which features musical acts that are led by women and performers who identify as female. The festival will be held in both ends of the Hi-Tone Cafe on Saturday, May 18. (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)

GRRL Fest features musical acts led by women and performers who identify as female. Many performers say they’ve faced condescending remarks and treatment while trying to further their music careers. 

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Jared Boyd

Jared Boyd

Jared Boyd is program manager for WYXR 91.7 FM. 


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