Maria Doyle Kennedy
Maria Doyle Kennedy recounts her experiences of sexism in the music industry

Maria Doyle Kennedy recounts her experiences of sexism in the music industry

“I would see people roll their eye or I know they would be going, ‘What a f’ing diva’.” Speaking with GQ last year, singer/songwriter Dua Lipa spoke of her frustration at being taken seriously in her craft. “For a female artist, it takes a lot more to be taken seriously if you’re not sat down […]

7 years ago

Maria Doyle Kennedy on her daunting experience starting in Trinity College

Maria Doyle Kennedy on her daunting experience starting in Trinity College

“I was great at hiding it!” Maria Doyle Kennedy was the guest on this week’s Ireland Unfiltered with Dion Fanning. Known for her musical and acting career, she shared some brilliant stories about herself, joining the Black Velvet Band and her views on sexism in the music industry. It may seem crazy to think now, following […]

7 years ago