One of the most in-demand Nashville session guitarists of the past 30 years, Nashville Local 257 member Brent Mason discusses starting out in Nashville, his career, and the importance of unions.
Deacon John Moore performing a “A Change is Gonna Come” at AFM’s 100th Convention.
Trombonist and composer Delfeayo Marsalis, a member of New Orleans Local 174-496, talks about the importance of unions, his current work leading the Uptown Jazz Orchestra and growing up in New Orleans.
Delegates to the 100th AFM Convention in Las Vegas have re-elected Ray Hair as International President.
Live television contract negotiations to start in New York next week.
Musicians at the Olney Theatre in Maryland recently signed their first union contract with the 78-year-old theater.
A federal appeals court unanimously upheld the right of Lancaster Symphony musicians to organize a union—ending a nine-year legal fight.
We are devastated about the loss of Prince, a member of our union for over 35 years. Prince was not only a talented and innovative musician, but also a true champion of musicians’ rights. Musicians—and fans throughout the world will miss him. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and fans grieving right now.
Wayne Newton and Jason Michael Paul Productions recently signed contracts and are no longer on AFM’s International Unfair List.