On July 17, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer announced the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) and Employers Pension Plan, which represents nearly 50,000 union members in the entertainment industry from Broadway to musicians in orchestras, bands, film, and theaters across the country, will receive $1.5 billion pension-fix from the American Rescue Plan. By fighting for the Butch Lewis {…}

The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada has announced that it has ratified the Basic Theatrical Motion Picture and Basic Television Motion Picture Agreements contract. Per an official announcement, the new agreement presents a number of major benefits for AFM members. First up, musicians will receive residuals for content made for streaming. They will also get {…}

The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) welcomes John K. Painting as the Director of the Electronic Media Services Division (EMSD) and Assistant to the President. International President Ray Hair appointed Painting to this position following the unexpected passing of former EMSD Director Pat Varriale in May 2022. Painting has worked with AFM since 2019. {…}