As a gamer with years of experience navigating virtual worlds, I find myself drawn to the real-world narratives unfolding in the music industry. The story of Ty Stiklorius, a powerful figure herself, resonates deeply with me as she recounts her harrowing experience from decades ago at one of Diddy‘s parties. It’s chilling to see how her story mirrors the experiences of countless others who have been silenced or overlooked in their pursuit of success.
Since Sean “Diddy” Combs was apprehended a month ago, there’s been an unending flow of new accusations against him and his circle in the music industry. While many celebrities who used to attend Diddy’s high-profile parties have kept silent after the arrest, one particularly influential figure has emerged to share her own experience, suggesting that Combs is just a piece of a broader issue.
Stiklorius, known for overseeing John Legend’s career and being the founder of Friends at Work management company, shares an old encounter in a recent op-ed published by the New York Times. Before she entered the industry, she found herself on Diddy’s yacht during a New Year’s Eve celebration. At some point, she was trapped in a bedroom with an unfamiliar man and had to negotiate her escape. She detailed…
Initially, I thought my encounter was an isolated incident, caused by one individual acting inappropriately at a boozy gathering. I’m still unaware of his identity…However, after spending 20 years as a music industry executive, I now understand that what transpired that night wasn’t an exception – it was a sign of a prevalent culture within the music industry that encourages and takes advantage of sexual misconduct, using the dreams and bodies of aspiring artists.
Although Stiklorius had an encounter with Diddy that was potentially risky, and other individuals working alongside him reported similar situations, it remains uncertain whether she actually came into contact with him during that period.
A key argument made by the businesswoman is that incidents such as those for which Diddy has been accused and R. Kelly was convicted represent a systemic issue within the music industry. This systemic issue involves gatekeepers, often men, exploiting their power to mistreat aspiring artists, who are typically women.
She’s optimistic that things are moving towards transformation. As Ty Stiklorius notes, the growth in the music industry has decelerated in 2024, and this business-wise slump represents a chance to disempower the gatekeepers she mentions. Notably, Chappell Roan’s success, which came after departing from the conventional studio system, is an example of this change.
Ty Stiklorius’ remark brings up an incident from her past, separate from Diddy, where a music executive offered her a hotel room key, an offer she chose not to accept. Given her experience, she believes similar incidents have happened to others as well. She expresses hope that we are reaching a stage where those individuals will lose their influence. She proceeded with…
How many other women had early lives like mine where they gave up their artistic aspirations — including becoming recording engineers, producers, or executives? How many women faced coercion, abuse, assault, and were silenced on their journey towards their dreams, only to find that the path was controlled by men who held the power and made us think that the way to success was through access to their hotel rooms?
As a dedicated admirer, let me share a fascinating insight: Ty Stiklorius confided that she almost bid farewell to the captivating world of entertainment. Yet, it was the early triumphs of her friend, John Legend, which kept her rooted. Her journey transformed as she took on the role of his manager, eventually nurturing this connection into a thriving enterprise.
Regarding Diddy, he’s slated for a court trial in May, facing accusations of sex trafficking and racketeering.
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2024-11-01 18:39