Industry Jun 30, 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 shares insights from three decades in electronic music, focusing on issues of burnout, establishing boundaries, and the disconnect between artist development and the support for industry professionals. Her experiences highlight the pressures faced by those working within the business.
In collaboration with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, May has initiated a six-month program addressing these concerns. Originally reported by AFEM.