The Amazing History Of Showco
SHOWCO If you’re a fan of live rock music, you’ve likely heard the defining sounds of Led Zeppelin, Prince, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, and other genre giants. But did you know that the company behind many of those unforgettable sounds was a small Dallas-based company called SHOWCO? Founded in 1965 by Angus Wynne […]
The Road Never Sleeps
The Road Never Sleeps, and Neither Do We Ever think about what it takes to move an entire world overnight? One minute, a stadium is packed with screaming fans, and by morning, it’s an empty shell, only for the magic to start all over again in another city. Touring isn’t just about the music or […]
Crowd Cushion – Innovating Event Safety
Crowd Cushion Safety Notification System: Innovating Live Event Safety for a Better Fan Experience by Catherine Curtin I’ve been a lifelong concert and festival fanatic. There’s nothing like the energy of a live show—the music, the lights, the collective experience of thousands of people singing together. And for me, the best place to be has […]
Potential Barricade Issue In New Yokohama Venue
Blog by: Mike Faello Security and touring professional, specializing in venue security. I’ve directed details on multiple world tours in addition to working close protection for high profile clients. This is what happens when a venue over thinks an issue that is not a problem and makes it one. We’re in Japan for 2 shows […]
Introducing Rock Nashville
Coming in 2025 Introducing a new live entertainment campus in Nashville, TN, by Rock Lititz. With production studios, band rehearsal space, storage, and a variety of vendors from the live entertainment industry, enjoy the efficiency and support of preparing for show time with a community of professionals, all on one campus. Rock Nashville Featuring 55 […]
The Moral Of Touring
The Moral of Touring: Why Empathy is the Backbone of a Successful Tour By Ryan Philip George- This Tour Life Feb 20, 2025 Photo by Jon Tyson Touring is a collision of art and logistics, a road-bound symphony of sweat, soundchecks, and sleepless nights. It’s a city-a-day, an airport-a-morning, and a stage-a-night. It’s also a […]
Massive Gateway Studios Preparing To Open
GATEWAY STUDIOS & PRODUCTION SERVICES NOW ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR THE LARGEST TOURING REHEARSAL AND PRODUCTION STUDIO IN THE U.S. State-of-the-Art Complex Opens May 2025 Provided by GSPS ST. LOUIS, February 5, 2025 – Gateway Studios & Production Services (GSPS) will open its cutting-edge rehearsal and production studio complex in May 2025. Situated on a sprawling […]
Innovative MT Cases
Introducing MT’s Concept Fiber Cases! These cases allow fiber to easily wrap around the center posts, and feed out of either end (without snagging) by keeping the posts and case entirely closed. For inquiries, reach out to Tom Heslin (theslin@mtcases.com) today!
The Future of Touring-A Blend Of Old And New
The Future of Touring: A Blend of Old and NewArticle written by: Henry Bordeaux Recently, I attended two of the concert industry’s most significant conferences: The Conference at Rock Lititz in Lititz, Pennsylvania, and the Live Production Summit in Palm Springs, California. While conferences were integral to my early career, this was my first since […]
On Tour In 1990 (The Crew Tape) by Bob Leonard
