3 Things I Learned About Kenny Chesney’s Live Show at 30,000 Feet
I love it when I read something about an artist that gives me a new perspective on their music. And it’s even better when what I read also makes me want to go see them live. I […]
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I Still Believe That Hustling Up 80 Floors Is A Lot Like Touring
Twelve hours from now, just like I did last year, I’ll be run/trotting up 80 floors for the kids. It’s a great cause to support Children’s Memorial Hospital and I really enjoyed being a part of our team […]
Jane’s Addiction Wants To Be More Intimate During “Theater of the Escapists” Tour
Yes, it’s true. In a recent Pollstar article Perry Farrell expressed a genuine desire to perform on a more intimate level with fans as the band travels the world on their upcoming 2012 tour that begins in February. “We […]
Looks Like U2 Fans Saved the Concert Industry in 2011
After exploring the stories of these U2 fans, it obvious that their desire to experience the awe and granduer of U2 live is what saved the concert industry from another down year in 2011. At least that’s what the numbers […]
Concert Review: Is Touring Fatigue Getting To Theophilus London?
A good time was had by all during the RE:MIX LAB as Theophilus London and Hollywood Holt laid down some righteous beats and fresh rhymes at the River Arts Center. Without a doubt, the glory of the groove flowed through […]
Fucked Up’s Abraham Talks Touring Doubts, Family Struggles, Quitting Band
We recently explored the new album and live show of Toronto-based punk band Fucked Up and over at Spinner frontman David Abraham share his thoughts about his struggling to balance touring with family. “I don’t want to say I’ve been […]
What Did Climbing 80 Floors Teach Me About Touring Endurance?
Here’s another hybrid live music and running exploration for ya. This past Sunday I participated in Kohl’s “Step Up for the Kids,” which involved me and five other family members trekking up 80 floors (1643 steps) at the Aon Center […]
4 Ways The Pixies Are Rockin’ Their Reunion
I’ve been following the adventures of the Pixies these last few weeks and I have to say they have thoroughly impressed me in many ways. I’ll be the first to admit that I wasn’t in to them during their “heyday” […]
The Rhythm Of Playing Live At SXSW Music Festival 2010
Ask anyone who’s been there before and they’ll tell you that playing and going to SXSW Music Festival is lots of fun. But there’s a little more to it than that. So let’s see how things are going so far […]
Are You In Tune With The Touring Mind of Solo Artists?
What goes on inside the mind of a solo artist when they’re on stage? Do they struggle to connect with the crowd? Or is their show more personal and palpable? Is there something about the live music experience that convinces solo […]
Stew Art Series (S2): Fans Conduct Umphrey's McGee
What would you do if you could control a band’s live show? Would you tell them to play your favorite songs note for note, or would you request a fresh improvisation on the spot? Well, if you’re an Umphrey’s McGee fan, you’ll have […]
Is Michael Jackson Confused About His London Shows?
The music of Michael Jackson has always held a special spot in my heart, especially after Thriller became one of my favorite albums as a kid growing up in the eighties. (Update: This post was written two days before Michael Jackson’s death. Please […]
How Twitter Can Build Tour Buzz, Fans
I came across this cool list of 10 tips from Sound Citizen that explains how musicians and bands can use Twitter to connect with fans. Here’s 5-7, since they specifically call out the live concert experience. Update About Recent Performances. […]
How India Licked the Black Lips
Though their not the first American rock band to cause a raucous in foreign countries, this January story about Atlanta garage-rockers Black Lips cancelled tour got me thinking about how foreign countries respond to and govern the live music experience. […]