Industry May 25, 2026

Maria May discusses burnout and mental health in the music industry

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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Maria May discusses burnout and mental health in the music industry

Music agent Maria May detailed her experiences over three decades in the electronic music industry, focusing on issues such as burnout, establishing boundaries, and the disconnect between artist development and industry professional well-being. May has collaborated with the Music Industry Therapist Collective to launch a six-month initiative aimed at addressing these challenges. Originally reported by AFEM.