Industry Jul 4, 2026
Maria May on Burnout and Artist Development
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 is sharing insights from her three decades in electronic music, focusing on burnout, boundaries, and the need for better support systems for industry professionals. She highlights a perceived gap in how artists are developed versus how the people managing the business are cared for.
In collaboration with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, May has initiated a six-month program. Originally reported by AFEM.