The unsealing of Casey Wasserman’s emails to Ghislaine Maxwell has triggered a massive artist exodus from Wasserman Music. As acts like salute and Subtronics depart, the silence of superstars Skrillex and Fred again.. grows louder.
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From Bad Bunny’s Grammy speech to the “Singing Resistance” in Minneapolis, the music industry is mobilizing against mass deportations. Discover how artists, labels, and collectives are building a sonic firewall against ICE in 2026.
The electronic music industry is grappling with a mental health crisis, with 30% of DJs experiencing depression and anxiety. Issues stem from “grind culture,” leading to extreme stress, as exemplified by tragic cases like Avicii’s.