A Music Agency in Crisis Over Past Emails

The music firm led by Casey Wasserman is facing a wave of protests after old emails with Ghislaine Maxwell were revealed. Artists and agents are demanding that he step down or sell the music side of his company.

Agency Shake‑Up – One senior agent said Wasserman plans to leave the agency and create a new company with a different name. The move would keep his sports business intact, which has not faced the same level of backlash.
Talent Managers React – Top talent managers are unhappy and threaten to leave if Wasserman stays in charge. They fear losing clients and having trouble signing new artists under his leadership.
Controversial Emails – Wasserman’s past emails, found in documents released by the Justice Department, show inappropriate language that has shocked the music community. The messages were sent over twenty years ago before Maxwell’s crimes became public.
Artists Leaving – Several high‑profile acts, including Chappell Roan and Orville Peck, have already left the agency or announced they will not return. They say staying under Wasserman’s direction would damage their reputations and moral standing.
Uncertain Roster – Other big names like Coldplay, Kendrick Lamar and Ed Sheeran are still listed on the roster, but their future with the agency is uncertain. Agents representing these artists have not confirmed any changes.
Political Pressure – In Los Angeles politics, some officials call for Wasserman to resign from his Olympic role, but he has not yet announced any plans. Meanwhile, the city’s music scene is watching closely to see if the agency can survive this crisis.

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