What does the creator of the sci-fi soundtrack of the original Dr. Who, one of the first recording engineers for advertising, the creator of the early physicalof DAW software, one of the developers of the modern Theramin & the inventor of the talking stick have in common? They’re all women. This fantastic list from Champion Up North reminds us that some of the critical steps from the world of rock and roll to the world of electronic could not have been taken without some amazing women. Laurie Anderson, Clara Rockmore, Daphne Oram, Suzanne Ciani & Delia Derbyshire are women who deserve deep reverence within the industry, so let’s start here.