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 business.
In partnership with the Music Industry Therapist Collective, Maria has launched a six-month fully funded pilot programme for five entry to mid-level dance music professionals. Read the full piece, and apply by 1 June 2026.
We’re looking forward to returning to International Music Summit Ibiza this April, with a programme that reflects the conversations shaping our sector right now.
As Miami Music Week (MMW) returns, AFEM will be on the ground supporting a programme of gatherings that connect our global community.
As Amsterdam Dance Event 2025 approaches, AFEM is proud to host and co-present a series of events designed to connect our global community, inspire collaboration, and drive meaningful conversations across the electronic music ecosystem.
In this feature, Andi shares lessons from 12+ years at the intersection of broadcasting and brand-building, including insights on fan loyalty, artist wellbeing, and the power of audio in an algorithm-driven world.
Join this discussion with artist managers, promoters and artists from South Africa: Unpacking growth opportunities in Africa’s electronic music scene.
This month, we’re proud to spotlight Justin M. Jacobson, an Entertainment and Sports Attorney whose legal expertise supports artists, producers, and performers both on and off stage.
Explore actionable strategies that individuals and organisations can adopt to foster safety, inclusivity, and psychological well-being in music industry workplaces.
Join us for our packed schedule of AFEM activities at IMS Ibiza 2025. You can find the AFEM team at the following events throughout this year’s edition of the pivotal electronic music industry conference.
In this panel, AFEM members explore the renewed importance of keeping rights aligned to enable efficient ‘200 per cent’ licensing – where both master and publishing rights must be cleared.