Balancing Photo and Video on Tour
Photography and videography might look like they are similar things, but in reality, they are different professions that require creativity. Some creatives do both photo
How VIP Operates on Tour
VIP activations for concerts are a very big part of the live concert experience for fans these days and it is a good resource for
Navigating the Industry as a Musician
There are a few different routes that people take to get into a band – you might be a very skilled musician and your network
Becoming a Manager in the Music Industry
Managers are the people that hold everything together for an artist. They delegate who does what and when, and they oversee everything that happens with
Level Up Your Touring
In our talk with Shane Told of Silverstein, we have learned a lot from a musician’s perspective about how to make sure that your crew
Working for Bigger Tours
Touring has a different vibe every single day because every artist comes with a different sort of feel. There is always a different environment, and
Life on and off the Road
It is without saying that an intentional balanced in your life on and off the road comes with a lot of practice, self-control, and discipline.
Stagehand 101
Finding your path in the music industry through being a stagehand is a very common route to getting on tour. It allows you to get
Touring Exit Strategy
People aren’t usually in the touring world because it’s just what they ended up doing. They are here because they have intention, and they want
Maintaining A Healthy Touring Lifestyle
If you have made it this far reading the articles and/or listening to the podcast episodes, we know that you want to get into the
What Does A Music Publicist Do?
Music publicists work with artists, labels, and management for their PR works. Their goal is to make sure everybody knows about their clients whether they
What Does An Entertainment Lawyer Do?
Entertainment lawyers are a significant part of an artist’s team. They are specialized in legal issues surrounding the music industry. It’s a niche job for
Working With Artists
There is a difference between working with artists and working for artists and it separates the different types of photographers. When an artist works with
How Do Street Teams Operate?
What Is a Street Team? Street teams help with the promotion and marketing of an artist, a label, or a music genre. Using word-of-mouth advertising
How Are Festival Created?
Festivals are one of the largest scale events that can be put on when it comes to entertainment. Although festivals are only for a weekend
What Does A Song Writer/ Producer Do?
There are a lot of viable paths to getting on the road or working with musicians or being involved in the music industry. Being a
What Does A Merch Director Do?
Merch has become way more of a prominent piece of what artists are selling. It is one of the main ways bands make money, so
What Does A Booking Agent Do?
What is a Booking Agent? A booking agent is one of the most important parts of an artist’s team. They advise and execute the touring
What Does A Dancer Do On Tour?
An artist’s performance gains depth on stage, TV shows, and music videos if supported by dancers. Whether having formal training or individually constant learning, there
Taking Steps In A Positive Direction
How you do what you do can change the outcome of your work and it could open ways to new opportunities in the future if
What Does Security Do At A Concert?
What Does a Security Guard Do? Security is the most important thing for a concert and security guards play a big role as the backbone
Jobs That Exist At a Venue
What Jobs Exist at a Venue? Concert venues contain many different but interconnected jobs, and these jobs can be examined under two categories: facilities department
Record Labels 101
What is the Role of a Record Label? A record label’s role is to grow artists and get their music into the hands of as
What Does a Tour Promoter do?
What is a Tour Promoter? Tour promoters are the behind-the-scenes players of live music. They are responsible for deals between the artists and the venues,
How Does A Venue Operate?
What is a Venue? A venue is a place where musical events take place. It aims to produce and present live music to the audience.
What Does a Bus Driver Do on Tour?
What is a Tour Bus Driver? The tour bus driver is the person who is responsible for the artist’s and the crew’s arrival to the
What Does a Music Manager Do?
What is a Manager? The manager is an extension of the artist’s brand, and the artist needs a reliable consultant to guide their career choices.
What Does a Stylist do on Tour?
What is a Stylist? A stylist is a consultant who chooses clothes for celebrities, musicians, and public figures for their public appearances. When it comes
What Does A Personal Chef Do On Tour?
What is a Personal Chef? A personal chef is a person on the tour that is hired to take care of the dietary needs of
What Can We Learn From Astroworld
Concerts are coming back and it is an exciting time for the music industry. Artists, crew, and fans alike are returning to venues to celebrate
What does a Production Manager do on Tour?
What is a Production Manager? A production manager is the person on the tour that is responsible for overseeing all the crew on a tour.
What Does A Lighting Director Do On Tour?
What does a Lighting Director do? A lighting director, also known as an LD, is the person on tour that’s responsible for the stage lighting
What Does A Front Of House Engineer Do On Tour?
A front of house engineer, aka FOH, is the person on tour that takes care of mixing the sound the artist is putting out to
What Does A Production Coordinator Do On Tour?
What is a Production Coordinator? A production coordinator, also known as a production assistant or band/personal assistant, is the person on tour responsible for things
What Does A Guitar Tech Do On Tour?
What is a Guitar Tech? A guitar tech is the person on tour responsible for the maintenance of the guitars. Their main priorities include loading
What Does A Video Operator Do On Tour?
What Is a Video Operator? A video operator is the person on tour that produces any video content requested by the artist. Video operators, sometimes
What Does A Tour Photographer Do On Tour?
What is a Tour Photographer? A tour photographer is a person on tour that is responsible for photographing the artist throughout the day and during
What Does A Drum Tech Do On Tour?
What Is a Drum Technician? A drum technician is the person on tour who’s responsible for the setup, break down, and maintenance of the artist’s
What Does A Monitor Engineer Do On Tour?
What Is a Monitor Engineer? A monitor engineer, also called a sound technician or front-of-house person, is the person on tour who handles all audio
What Does A Merchandise Manager Do On Tour?
What Is a Merchandise Manager? The merchandise manager handles the transportation and sales for all the merchandise (aka merch) on tour. They’re responsible for getting
What Does A Tour Manager Do On Tour?
What is a Tour Manager? A tour manager, also known as a TM, is the person in charge of everything that happens on tour. They
Never Miss Bus Call
The next 11 episodes of Don’t Shit On The Bus’ theme is Never Miss Bus Call. Much like The Essential’s theme – Don’t Shit On
Touring Etiquette and Don’t Be A Dick
If you have made it this far, you probably understand the basics of *what* goes on, on tour. How just as importantly – and maybe
Getting Hired and Paid to Tour
Getting on tour is one thing – getting on tour and getting paid is a whole different thing. I mean, of course, we all want
A Day In The Life Of Being On Tour
A lot goes on during a day of being on tour. Everyone is working hard, working constantly, and most importantly – working together. Tour is
The Different Ways of Traveling On Tour
The artist you are working for on tour determines the way you go about traveling for the tour. If they are a prominent artist, you
How To Start Getting Real Life Experience
Getting real-life experience in the Music Industry is the key to starting the snowball effect that will eventually get you hired as a crew member
Networking In The Music Industry
Networking is the most important part of the music industry – and maybe even life. You should probably read How to Win Friends and Influence
The Pros and Cons of Touring
When you’re touring, you’re on the clock 24/7. The work can seem unrelenting at times, but the experience will mold you into a stronger, adaptable,
Touring 101 – What Is Touring And How Do I Do It?
Touring with musicians is a tremendous challenge and a true test of endurance, but also one of the most rewarding experiences. Since you’re constantly traveling,
Welcome to Don’t Shit On The Bus with Adam Elmakias & Neil Westfall
Welcome to the Don’t Shit On The Bus Podcast! We are happy you are here. Our goal is to get you from the couch to