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Talented drummer Demelza Mather shares how her music career took off after after becoming a mother, her passion for playing live, and the constant balance we are all trying to achieve in music and motherhood. 

Hosted by: Claire London @clairelondonmusc

Guest: Demelza Mather @demelzajmather

Music by: Tiff Randol @tiffrandol

Mamas in Music @mamasinmusic

More about Demelza: Demelza plays drums for Larry Pink The Human, a synth-pop band with Laurie Vincent (Slaves) and producer Jolyon Thomas (U2, Daughter). She also plays for Brighton-based surf-doom band, The Wytches. She's played sold out shows with the bands at venues such as London’s iconic MOTH Club, and notable UK festivals such as The Great Escape, Latitude and Reading. Her passion and strong work ethic have led to an impressive, varied career, including appearances in a number of documentaries on life as a mother and alt-musician. Demelza is also a passionate advocate for improving the experience of women in the music industry and has discussed these issues on various music industry conference panels and radio stations.