Alma Ernst

With over 30 years of experience in the electronic music industry, Alma Ernst has cemented her reputation as a pioneer in artist booking, management, and public relations with the electronic music industry. As the founder of Backroom Entertainment in 1994, Alma managed a team of 15 and represented over 60 artists, including Âme, KiNK, Metro Area, and Todd Terje. Under her leadership, Backroom Entertainment became renowned for its innovative approach to artist representation and career development.

After closing the agency in 2019, Alma brought her extensive expertise to LittleBig Music Agency, where she continues to excel as a senior agent. At LittleBig, Alma represents leading electronic artists such as KiNK and Todd Terje, showcasing her ability to navigate the complexities of the music industry and drive the careers of influential musicians forward.

Alma's profound impact on the business side of the electronic music scene is matched by her dedication to fostering artistic creativity. Her diverse experience across all stages of an artist’s career makes her an unparalleled expert in the field. Alma Ernst remains a trailblazer in the industry, with a legacy of representing iconic artists like Daft Punk, Moodyman, Theo Parrish, Matthew Herbert, and many others.

“Thank you, Alma, for your honesty, transparency, and your drive to help us all grow and connect with each other. That was fun. Highly recommended!”

Moses Joses

“Having Alma as a mentor was a huge help to me both personally and artistically. Her approach to the music is genuine, honest and she says things as she thinks with clear insight. She is in the business for the people.”

Raul Ojamaa

“"If your in two minds whether to book this service or not... I can honestly say it was one of the best choices I made, the lessons I learnt from Alma has propelled my career beyond any expectations, and gave me the confidence to deal with the industry without getting taken advantage off"”

Natural Symphony

“The program assisted me in becoming more professional and helped me understand the business and my career..her personal interest, assistance and extra time invested in it have resulted in an exchanging community”

Spacer Woman