Industry Jun 17, 2026

Maria May Discusses Burnout and Boundaries in Electronic Music

Music agent Maria May (CAA) on what three decades in electronic music has taught her about burnout, boundaries, and the gap between how we develop artists and how we look after the people running the

Originally published by AFEM
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Music agent Maria May of CAA is sharing insights from her three decades in the electronic music industry. Her discussion focuses on the prevalent issues of burnout and the establishment of personal boundaries. May also addresses the perceived gap in how artists are developed versus how professionals within the business are supported. In collaboration with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, May has initiated a six-month program. Originally reported by AFEM.

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