Portrait of DJ Paulette for Music for the Senses festival MCR art trail at the Great Northern Warehouse.

DJ Paulette is a Manchester-born pioneering house music DJ whose career spans over 30 years, with residencies at iconic venues like The Hacienda, Ministry of Sound, and Ibiza Rocks. One of the few Black women to break through in the male-dominated dance music scene, she has also made her mark as a radio broadcaster and author, and continues to inspire through her music, storytelling, and activism. DJ Paulette is a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion in the music industry, using her platform to challenge racism, sexism, and inequality. Whether behind the decks or in front of a microphone, Paulette's voice is one of resilience, resistance, and empowerment