Crew Safety & Training #1 at RockForce
It’s one thing to talk about the importance of crew safety and training, but it runs much deeper than that for our team. It the cornerstone of everything we do here. On May 14, our Vice President of Rigging, Clay H., led a hands-on training session focused on safety, precision, and crew development. Huge thanks […]
An Unforgettable Memorial Day
Blog by Matt Albrecht Before I joined Goldenvoice, I was President of a company that produced large music festivals on military bases across the country. It was some of the hardest work I’ve ever done…..so much red tape, politics, and chaos, but also the most rewarding. I didn’t fully understand the impact until I was […]
Welcome To My Gigmare
Thank you to Samuel Hurley, and yes, I still have the occasional Gigmare all these years later. Ever wake up in a cold sweat because you patched the left sub to the talkback line? That’s a Gigmare! What’s a Gigmare? It’s the tech’s version of a stress dream. You’re at a show, arena, club, church, […]
ECCHO Live’s Wellness Corner For Backstage Support
Welcome to ECCHO Live’s Wellness Corner – Where Backstage Support Takes Center Stage Writer: Kara Kemp You bring the sweat and magic to your events—now we’re bringing the love back to you. At ECCHO Live, we know what it takes to build a show, hold it together, and bring people together under lights, sound, and […]
More Good Days To Come – Samuel Hurley
To the Day-In, Day-Out Techs: When you feel like giving up on live audio especially after a decade (or longer) it’s understandable. You’ve invested so much: • Years of time • Long load-ins, shows, load-outs • Great experiences, the memories • Hard days, hard nights, the adrenaline It’s easy to think: “Maybe I’m just done.” […]
HSM Tour Security Training Course
After 32 years of constant touring I am pleased to announce that I am stepping back. …. But not from the industry. Next year HSM Launch the most bespoke venue and artist advance security training course ever. Based on those 32 years of practice experience , underpinned by an FDA with distinction in crowd safety […]
The Wright Words – Aubrey Wright
One thing I’ve learned on tour, in business, and just in life – is that you’ve got to think for yourself. Because people will have opinions. Work will keep asking for more. And sometimes, the moment you slow down or step back, you realize how replaceable you really are in the eyes of the job. […]
You Know Your Gear Is Safe
Rickards Transportation Services – Because you like knowing your tour is safe. You put in the hard work to create an unforgettable show and Rickards Transportation delivers. The company is being referred to as the “Special Forces” in the transportation industry. Josh and company are in the midst of what promises to be a great […]
Please Help Support Mental Health In The Music Industry
Support Mental Health in the Music Industry Music has the power to heal, inspire, and connect—but behind the scenes, countless artists and industry professionals struggle with mental health challenges. In memory of Vince Edwards and in collaboration with Beyond the Backstage Pass, Sound Image, and Raven Drum Foundation, we are raising funds to provide mental […]
T-Shirt Giveaway by On Tour Network
T-Shirt Giveaway from On Tour Network I’m giving away On Tour Network T-shirts for a limited time. Okay, do I have your attention? To get a T-shirt, I need you to contribute to On Tour Network. If you submit a blog or a news type article with a supporting image from your tour or shop, […]
