Industry Jun 13, 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
Music agent Maria May of CAA has shared insights from her three decades in the electronic music industry. She addresses issues of burnout, the establishment of boundaries, and the discrepancies in artist development versus the care of industry professionals.
In collaboration with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, May has initiated a six-month program. This initiative aims to support individuals within the business, acknowledging the pressures faced over a long career. Originally reported by AFEM.