Industry Jun 11, 2026
Maria May on Burnout and Boundaries
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 discusses lessons learned over three decades in the electronic music industry, focusing on burnout, establishing boundaries, and artist development. She highlights the disparity between nurturing artists and supporting the individuals managing the business.
In collaboration with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, May has initiated a six-month program aimed at addressing these critical issues within the industry. Originally reported by AFEM.