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 […]
40 Years Ago! Really?
40 damn years ago today I was close to wrapping up my first KISS tour with the 86th of 88 North American shows at the wonderful old Igloo aka Pittsburgh Civic Arena. The following year was show 81 of 94 and for some reason, the Kellogg Center in Battle Creek, MI doesn’t seem to be […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
Blog entry by Robert Wilcox
Way back around 1981 my touring career started to get going. I had just moved back to Chicago and was working with Gary Gand when his sound company got the King Crimson Discipline tour. Gary asked me to go out on the tour for his sound company. We spent about 3 months crossing North America. […]
