Kim Petras is the first openly transgender woman to win a Grammy. However, she is not the FIRST transgender woman to win. That distinction belongs to Windy Carlos, who was closeted at the time.
I love this! Wendy Carlos blew the "ceiling" out of the water before we even had visibility. If I remember correctly it was her suggestion to add the ADSR envelope to the Moog.
Lets Not Forget About Wendy Carlos In Kim Petras Historic Grammy Win
As an old, I've long loved Wendy Carlos' work. As a young at heart, Kim Petras fills me with joy.
Thank you so much for such an exceptional article, from a looooong-time lover of all the many forms electronica past, present, and future.
I love this! Wendy Carlos blew the "ceiling" out of the water before we even had visibility. If I remember correctly it was her suggestion to add the ADSR envelope to the Moog.
I had no idea! Thank you! :-)