Debbie Golt

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Debbie Golt is a cultural activist who wears many hats. Whether as writer, dj or artist manager, Debbie remains committed to profiling the international sounds of contemporary and traditional performers from around the globe. With her company outerglobe, DJ Debbie presents her legendary vibes show on www.gaialive.co.uk every other Saturday. Debbie plays at a wide range of UK venues such as the Spitz, 100 Club, Scala and Undersolo. A former Chair of Women in Music, the national organisation that profiles women's achievements in all areas of music, Debbie writes for WiM's bi-monthly Women in Music Now magazine. She is also an advisor for Modal, the networking and conference organisation for music beyond the mainstream.

Over the years she has assisted many artists and currently manages MoMo - Music of Moroccan Origin. Other groups Debbie is working with include the magical Moroccan Nagadif Gnawa and phenomenal African UK hip hop artist Weird MC. An arts officer (p/t) for a London Local Authority, Debbie also writes for a range of publications such as Straight No Chaser, Avant and Black Filmmaker Magazine, especially on women musicians.


You can reach Debbie Golt at debbie@outerglobe.com

Publications Contributor to Worldbeat, World Music Magazine, New Africa, Co-edited and published monthly global vibes style magazine TOPICAL Management: Taxi Pata Pata. Worked alongside Musicians Union to advise upcoming young women musicians.
Debbie's music industry experience:

Panelist and organiser at: In the City, Radio One Sound City, Umbrella, Music Alliance, Music Business Day Broadcasting: Brazen Fm, W10 FM, GLR, interviews for Radio One News Beat and BBC Radio Five

Promotion/PR partner in HALF THE SKY - the first women's promotions company to work with African and global-vibes musicians. Introduced OUMOU SANGARE to UK, toured Stella Chiweshe and Ami Koita securing high profile press. Presented showcases including Cinderella, Adeola, Sandira, Caroline Trettine, Well Oiled Sisters, Die Cheerleader, DJ Ritu, and Spinning Jennies. Programmed Portobello Festival global music (cofounder of Festival). Promoted Rock Against Racism Youth Sound System clashes