The Tour Life
108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 91 ratingsJoin Janine Richards from Q101 on 'The Tour Life,’ for an all-access look behind the curtain to reveal the untold stories of the music industry's backbone.
With each candid conversation, dive deep into the lives of entertainment's unsung heroes—the dedicated tech crews, designers, tour managers, sound engineers, and production staff who work with the biggest names in music. From touring with Prince and The Rolling Stones to Linkin Park, Kendrick Lamar, and Olivia Rodrigo, discover stories and lessons from life on and off the road.
Each weekly episode brings you closer to the resilience, creativity, and teamwork that fuel the world's most memorable tours, offering invaluable insights into a happier, healthier, and more sustainable life and career.
Subscribe, rate, and follow us to gain access to exclusive behind-the-scenes content. Engage with both seasoned professionals and those aspiring to enter the music industry, as well as fellow music enthusiasts, by joining our community at @j9richards, @thetour.life, and @q101chicago.
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Security On Tour, Building Professional Relationships, Being A Parent While Touring with Lizzo Security Director David “Sarge” Villarreal
September 01, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBDavid “Sarge” Villarreal is a security director who has toured with artists such as Lizzo, Maroon 5, Alison Wonderland, and Ziggy Marley. In this episode we chat about security on tour, taking care of yourself so you don’t burn out, building professional relationships, and what it's like to be a parent who's gone on tour all the time. You can find him on Instagram @sarge_protects. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podc...
David “Sarge” Villarreal, Security Director - Security On Tour, Building Professional Relationships, Being A Parent While Touring
September 01, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBDavid “Sarge” Villarreal is a security director who has toured with artists such as Lizzo, Maroon 5, Alison Wonderland, and Ziggy Marley. In this episode we chat about security on tour, taking care of yourself so you don’t burn out, building professional relationships, and what it's like to be a parent who's gone on tour all the time. You can find him on Instagram @sarge_protects. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Sup...
The Realities Women & Minorities Face In Touring, Speaking Up When It’s Not Easy, Learning To be Self-Aware with Kali Uchis Audio Engineer Loreen Bohannon
August 25, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBLoreen Bohannon is an audio engineer who has worked with artists such as Kali Uchis, Lizzo, Anita baker, Plain White Ts, Skip Marley, Dhani Harrison, Prettymuch, The Accidentals, and Michael Bolton. In this episode, we have a truly candid and much-needed conversation about the realities women face in American culture and specifically in touring. We explore how speaking out, owning your truth, and working on being self-aware can be the most empowering thing we can do. You can find her on Inst...
Loreen Bohannon, Audio Engineer - The Realities Women & Minorities Face In Touring, Speaking Up When It’s Not Easy, Learning To be Self-Aware
August 25, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBLoreen Bohannon is an audio engineer who has worked with artists such as Lizzo, Anita baker, Plain White Ts, Skip Marley, Dhani Harrison, Prettymuch, The Accidentals, and Michael Bolton. In this episode, we have a truly candid and much-needed conversation about the realities women face in American culture and specifically in touring. We explore how speaking out, owning your truth, and working on being self-aware can be the most empowering thing we can do. You can find her on Instagram @so...
Kenny Sharretts, Backline/Playback Tech & Stage Manager - How To Be Great At Your Job, Being Mindful, Making Room For Growth
August 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBKenny Sharretts is a backline playback tech, stage, manager, and YouTube educator who has worked with artists such as Elvis Castello, Janet Jackson, Sean LOVE Combs (formally known as Puff Daddy), Train, Stevie Wonder, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Melissa Etheridge, Michelle Branch, Kelly Clarkson, Peter Frampton, Joss Stone, 30 Seconds to Mars, Double Trouble, and Smashmouth. In this episode, we discuss some of the great things he learned from working with Stevie Wonder about living life in ...
Kenny Sharretts, Backline/Playback Tech & Stage Manager - Being Mindful, Making Room For Growth
August 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBKenny Sharretts is a backline playback tech, stage, manager, and YouTube educator who has worked with artists such as Elvis Castello, Janet Jackson, Sean LOVE Combs (formally known as Puff Daddy), Train, Steve Wonder, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Melissa Etheridge, Michelle Branch, Kelly Clarkson, Peter Frampton, Joss Stone, 30 Seconds to Mars, Double Trouble, and Smashmouth. You can catch on his YouTube channel and on Instagram @kennysharretts. Kenny's YouTube Channel Kenny's Websi...
How To Be Great At Your Job, Being Mindful, Making Room For Growth with Kenny Sharretts, Backline/Playback Tech & Stage Manager
August 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBKenny Sharretts is a backline playback tech, stage, manager, and YouTube educator who has worked with artists such as Elvis Castello, Janet Jackson, Sean LOVE Combs (formally known as Puff Daddy), Train, Stevie Wonder, Rihanna, Enrique Iglesias, Melissa Etheridge, Michelle Branch, Kelly Clarkson, Peter Frampton, Joss Stone, 30 Seconds to Mars, Double Trouble, and Smashmouth. In this episode, we discuss some of the great things he learned from working with Stevie Wonder about living life in ...
Doug Wilson, Tour Manager - The Importance of Giving Back, How To Pivot & Adapt, Living In Canada
August 04, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBDoug Wilson is a tour manager who has worked with artists such as Half Moon Run, July Talk, Grouplove, The Antlers, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Glass Animals, Alabama Shakes, Phantogram, Frightened Rabbit, Glasvegas, and Delta Spirit. In this episode we talk about getting your foot in the door, making Canada your home base, learning a new language, the importance of giving back, and how to pivot when things don’t go as planned. You can also find him on Instagram @dougmwilson. --- This epi...
The Importance of Giving Back, How To Pivot & Adapt, Living In Canada with Doug Wilson, Tour Manager
August 04, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBDoug Wilson is a tour manager who has worked with artists such as Half Moon Run, July Talk, Grouplove, The Antlers, Catfish & The Bottlemen, Glass Animals, Alabama Shakes, Phantogram, Frightened Rabbit, Glasvegas, and Delta Spirit. In this episode we talk about getting your foot in the door, making Canada your home base, learning a new language, the importance of giving back, and how to pivot when things don’t go as planned. You can also find him on Instagram @dougmwilson. --- Send in ...
Christian Coffey, Tour Director - Finding Balance By Slowing Down, Coronavirus Politics, How To Help The Live Music Industry
July 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBChristian Coffey is a tour director who has worked with artists such as Childish Gambino, Run the Jewels, A$AP Rocky, Clairo, Zara Larsson, Mike Snow, Summer Walker, and 6lack. In this episode we talk about finding balance in life, learning to say no, how the coronavirus pandemic has hit the people of the touring industry, how it affects the entire world economy, and how you can help #saveourstages by going to saveourstages.com to contact your representatives in support of the Resta...
Finding Balance By Slowing Down, Coronavirus Politics, How To Help The Live Music Industry with Run The Jewels & A$AP Rocky Tour Director Christian Coffey
July 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBChristian Coffey is a tour director who has worked with artists such as Childish Gambino, Run the Jewels, A$AP Rocky, Clairo, Zara Larsson, Mike Snow, Summer Walker, and 6lack. In this episode we talk about finding balance in life, learning to say no, how the coronavirus pandemic has hit the people of the touring industry, how it affects the entire world economy, and how you can help #saveourstages by going to saveourstages.com to contact your representatives in support of the Restart Act. Y...
Christian Coffey, Tour Director - Finding Balance By Slowing Down, Coronavirus Politics, How To Help The Live Music Industry
July 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBChristian Coffey is a tour director who has worked with artists such as Childish Gambino, Run the Jewels, A$AP Rocky, Clairo, Zara Larsson, Mike Snow, Summer Walker, and 6lack. In this episode we talk about finding balance in life, learning to say no, how the coronavirus pandemic has hit the people of the touring industry, how it affects the entire world economy, and how you can help #saveourstages by going to saveourstages.com to contact your representatives in support of the Restart Act. ...
Kyle Konkiel, Musician - Staying Connected To Fans, Fitness On The Road, Packing For Tour, Sneakers
July 21, 2020 00:35 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBKyle Konkiel is the bass player from the band 'Bad Wolves.' In this episode we discuss staying connected to fans during the coronavirus quarantine, staying fit on the road, how and what to pack for tour, as well as a whole lot of sneaker talk. You can find him on Instagram @kylekonkiel. patreon.com/badwolves kylekonkiel.bigcartel.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thetourli...
Staying Connected To Fans, Fitness On The Road, Packing For Tour, Sneakers with Kyle Konkiel of Bad Wolves
July 21, 2020 00:35 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBKyle Konkiel is the bass player from the band 'Bad Wolves.' In this episode we discuss staying connected to fans during the coronavirus quarantine, staying fit on the road, how and what to pack for tour, as well as a whole lot of sneaker talk. You can find him on Instagram @kylekonkiel. patreon.com/badwolves kylekonkiel.bigcartel.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/t...
Live Sound, Taking Care of Your Mental & Emotional Health with Vampire Weekend Audio Engineer Matthew Andrade
July 14, 2020 00:51 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBMatthew Andrade is the host of The Dirty Decibel Podcast and an audio engineer who has worked with artists such as Vampire Weekend, Luis Miguel, The Neighbourhood, Alter Bridge, Steel Panther, Deftones, Run The Jewels, Alter Bridge, Christina Aguilera, Joe Perry Project, GROUPLOVE, Led Zeppelin, Kid Sister, among many others. In this episode, we discuss what it's like to be a monitor engineer, how to take care of your mental and emotional health on and off tour. You can find him on Instagr...
Matthew Andrade, Audio Engineer - Live Sound, Taking Care of Your Mental & Emotional Health
July 14, 2020 00:51 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBMatthew Andrade is the host of The Dirty Decibel Podcast and an audio engineer who has worked with artists such as Vampire Weekend, Luis Miguel, The Neighbourhood, Alter Bridge, Steel Panther, Deftones, Run The Jewels, Alter Bridge, Christina Aguilera, Joe Perry Project, GROUPLOVE, Led Zeppelin, Kid Sister, among many others. In this episode, we discuss what it's like to be a monitor engineer, how to take care of your mental and emotional health on and off tour. You can find him on Instagr...
Mike Robinson, Musician - Food On Tour Podcast, Learning From Friends, Chain Stitch Embroidery & Tour Tattoos
July 07, 2020 00:54 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBMike Robinson has played drums with artists such as Joseph, The Chain Gang of 1974, Morgxn, Alex Winston, and Empires. He is also the host of the Food On Tour podcast where he talks to other touring professionals about where bands eat and drink, because bands travel way more than you do. In this episode, we discuss starting a tour food podcast, learning from friends in order to grow your career, chain stitch embroidery, and tour tattoos. You can find him on Instagram @mikerobinson and @fo...
Jair Crews, Audio Engineer - The Value of Capturing & Sharing Your Experiences, Maintaining Good Mental Health, Achieving Your Dreams
June 23, 2020 01:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBJair Crews is an audio engineer who has toured with artists such as BROCKHAMPTON, Lil Mosey, YBN Cordae, Dominic Fike, Ro James, DVSN, Aminé, Andy Mineo, Kiana Ledé, Kid Ink, Slowthai, 100 Gecs, Deb Never, and Aaron Camper. In this episode, he tells us how his experience working on a WWE production was the foundation of his how he sets up his workflow today. We also talk about mental health, chasing dreams, and even tasting an orange for the very first time. You can find him on Instagram ...
Jair Crews, Audio Engineer - The Value of Capturing & Sharing Your Experiences, Maintaining Good Mental Health, Achieving Your Dreams
June 23, 2020 01:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBJair Crews is an audio engineer who has toured with artists such as BROCKHAMPTON, Lil Mosey, YBN Cordae, Dominic Fike, Ro James, DVSN, Aminé, Andy Mineo, Kiana Ledé, Kid Ink, Slowthai, 100 Gecs, Deb Never, and Aaron Camper. In this episode he tells us how his experience working on a WWE production which was the foundation of his how he sets up his workflow today. We also talk mental health, chasing dreams, and even tasting an orange for the very first time. You can find him on Insta...
Jonathon Lee Burlew, Backline Tech - Touring Abroad, Following Your Passion, Overcoming Criticism
June 16, 2020 01:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBJonathon Lee Burlew is a backline tech who has toured with artists such as White Arrows, Primus, Jenny Lewis, the Neighbourhood, Chicano Batman, Echo & the Bunnymen, Refused, Warpaint, Jack Garratt, Miike Snow, and OK Go!. In this episode, we discuss adventures touring abroad, letting go of expectations and embracing your passion, and overcoming criticism. You can find him on Instagram @theinfamousjonb. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/me...
Jonathon Lee Burlew, Backline Tech - Touring Abroad, Following Your Passion, Overcoming criticism
June 16, 2020 01:00 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MBEpisode Webpage On The Tour Life, you will hear interviews with some of the most interesting and hardworking professionals in the music industry. Learn about what they do, why they do it, and the things they have learned which help them live happier and healthier lives on and off the road.
Henry Bordeaux, Tour & Talent Manager - Mentoring, Leadership, & Leading A Non-conventional Life
June 09, 2020 01:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBHenry Bordeaux has toured around the world for over 19 years in the center of over 38 major label releases working as a Tour Manager, producing concerts, events, and TV shows seen by millions of people around the world. He has worked with artists such as Tyler The Creator, Travis Scott, J Lo, Avicci, Miley Cyrus, Jason Derulo, Yellow Card, and Fall Out Boy. He is also the co-creator of Tour Management 101 found at tourmgmt.org where he hosts webinars for aspiring touring professionals. Most r...
Mary Broadbent, Tour Manager & Guitar Tech - Navigating Life During Coronavirus Quarantine, Setting Healthy Boundaries, & Finding Connection
May 26, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBMary Broadbent is a tour manager and guitar tech who has worked with artists such as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Plain White Ts, The Mowglis, Clairo, The Staves, Tegan & Sara, and Chris Isaak. Her latest tour with Against Me! was unfortunately cut short by the Coronavirus Pandemic. In this episode, we discuss navigating life during the Coronavirus pandemic, setting healthy boundaries in work and in life, and seeking out and finding human connection. You can find her on Instagram @marybroadbent. ...
Sam Saideman, Artist Manager - Taking Care of yourself First, Overcoming Negative Financial Experiences, Developing Your Business & Goals
May 19, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBSam Saideman is Co-Founder and CEO of Innovo Management, headquartered in Nashville, TN, he directly manages acts such as YONAS, danny G, and Sam Johnston, while driving the company’s vision and success since its inception. He has directly created, implemented, and managed label budget for marketing campaigns on projects that include Cherub, LIT, Method Man, CeeLo Green, Thompson Square, and more. In this episode, we discuss learning to take care of yourself first, overcoming financial loss...
Erin Bridges, Health Coach, Dancer & Choreographer - Cabaret, Touring With Metal Band ‘In This Moment,’ Health Coaching
May 05, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBErin Bridges is a dancer, choreographer, and health coach. She was 5 days out of her next tour with ‘In This Moment’ when it was canceled due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Their new album “Mother” is streaming everywhere now including their Grammy-nominated performance of their track, The In-Between. In this episode, we discuss touring in the metal world and deciding to be a health coach in order to help the music industry grow and thrive. You can find her on Instagram @erinelizabeth_money_...
3 Actions You Can Take To Relieve COVID-19 Money Stress
April 27, 2020 19:08 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MBWhat actions can we take to feel better about our finances during a crisis? I'll read you a brief article by Brianna Firestone that explores three action steps you can take. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
3 Actions You Can Take To Relieve Money Stress
April 27, 2020 19:08 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MBWhat actions can we take to feel better about our finances during a crisis? I'll read you a brief article by Brianna Firestone that explores three action steps you can take. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bardo, Musician - Growing Up Abroad, Expanding Your Scene, Embracing Failure
April 21, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBBardo is an artist who I met through his collaboration with Family of Geniuses. Find Bardo's new single 'Igual Que Tú' is on Spotify and Apple Music. In this episode, we chat about growing up abroad, expanding your world-view through language-learning, building genuine relationships, and how important it is to fail. You can find him on Instagram @whereisbardo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcast...
Aaron Sweatt, Musician & Tour Manager - Spotting Opportunities, Growing Your Skillset, Getting Back In The Gym
April 14, 2020 01:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBAaron Sweatt is a Bassist, Tour Manager, Production Coordinator, and Lighting Designer who I met when he was with his band Carbon Tigers. He has toured with some notable artists like Chance The Rapper, Knox Fortune, Clairo, Falling In Reverse, Cautious Clay, Kero Kero Bonito, J Fernandez, and Anamanaguchi. In this episode, we catch up on how he went from booking shows at The Abby to touring with artists like Chance the Rapper, spotting opportunities, growing your skillset, and how to get ba...
Rachel Villaneuva, Yoga Instructor & Reiki Master - Overcoming Fear, Slowing Down, Finding Joy In Movement & Nature
April 07, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBRachel Villanueva is a Yoga instructor, Reiki Master, and nature lover who is married to the musician and poet Rene Villanueva of the band Hacienda. In this episode, we talk about overcoming fear, slowing down in a time of crisis, and finding joy in movement and in nature. You can find her on Instagram @yogahouseboerne. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
Six Ways To Cope With Unexpected Losses During The Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
March 30, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.29 MBHow do we cope with loss in a healthy way? The Coronavirus Pandemic has really put our coping skills to the. This episode shares 6 Psychologist-Approved Ways To Cope With Unexpected Losses Right Now by Psychologist Steven C. Hayes, Ph.D. who is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno and has served as president of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. Originally published by Mind Body Green. --- Sen...
Six Ways To Cope With Unexpected Losses
March 30, 2020 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MBHow do we cope with loss in a healthy way? The Coronavirus Pandemic has really put our coping skills to the. This episode shares 6 Psychologist-Approved Ways To Cope With Unexpected Losses Right Now by Psychologist Steven C. Hayes, Ph.D. who is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno and has served as president of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. Originally published by Mind Body Green. --- Sen...
Ben Dacoba, Musician - Playing Gigs, Relationships, Pros & Cons of The Tour Life
March 24, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MBBen Dacoba is a drummer who has toured and collaborated with Ace Reporter, Jennifer Hall, Greg Woods, Mich, The Lucky Dutch, Blue Water Kings, Gravity, Leah Jean, Guitar 4 Guiraldi, Secret Bad Boy, Packy Lundholm, and Great Moments in Vinyl. In this episode, we discuss some of the pros & cons of tour life, as well as how important relationships are in music. You can find him on Instagram @bensbeats. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/messag...
VibeQueen, Musician - Seeking Balance, Finding Your 'Why', Deciding to Keep Going
March 10, 2020 01:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBVibeQueen is a singer, songwriter, and the host of the Vibe Talk Music podcast. The show is co-hosted with Evan Price of the music consulting firm Artist Collective. On their show, Evan and VibeQueen discuss gratitude, vulnerability, and other tools which help us lead a conscious life with empathy over ego while pursuing a music career. In this episode, we discuss her experience with attempted suicide, deciding to keep going by finding your 'WHY' in life and seeking balance through it all. ...
Evan Price, Music Business Mentor & Artist Manager - Networking, Growing your team, Self-awareness
February 25, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBEvan Price is a music business mentor, artist manager, and co-host of the Vibe Talk Music Podcast. In this episode, we discuss music networking, growing your team, and learning to be self-aware. You can find him on Instagram @ac_evan and @artistcollect. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
ShowYouSuck, Musician - Working Through Imposter Syndrome, Stopping Negative Self-talk, Living Life With Intent
February 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBClinton Sandifer (ShowYouSuck) is a pansexual Chicago MC who has collaborated with artists such as Netherfriends, Probcause, Psalm One, and The Hood Internet. In this episode, we discuss imposter syndrome, negative self-talk, and living life with intent. You can find him on Instagram @showyousuck and as 1/2 of @aircredits. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/su...
Mark Breedon, Personal Trainer - How to be Healthy and Fit While Traveling
February 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBMark Breedon is an online personal trainer who focuses on helping his clients get fit through strength training. We talk about how strength training affects your nutrition and caloric expenditure, what to prioritize when eating on the road, how to actually be healthy while avoiding burnout, and much more. In this episode, we discuss how to be healthy and fit while traveling. Find Mark Breedon on Instagram @training.strong.women. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c...
Rich Jones, Musician - Collaborating, Marketing, Touring Solo
January 20, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBRich Jones is a Chicago mc who, through various collaborations with people like Taylor Bennett, The O’My’s, Kiara Lanier, L.A VanGogh, Sports Boyfriend, and Showyousuck gained praise around the city, eventually being voted second-best rapper in the city by the Chicago Reader in 2016, right behind Chance The Rapper. You can catch Rich performing with Walkingshoe as their new project, Bad Ambassadors. In this episode, we discuss what it's like to tour solo and some hilarious misadventures whi...
Joshua Powell, Musician - Building a Music Career, Music Licensing, Health & Wellness on Tour
January 13, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBEpisode Webpage On The Tour Life, you will hear interviews with some of the most interesting and hardworking professionals in the music industry. Learn about what they do, why they do it, and the things they have learned which help them live happier and healthier lives on and off the road.
Joshua Powell, Musician - Building a Music Career, Music Licensing, Health & Wellness on Tour
January 13, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBJoshua Powell is a songwriter who, with his band, has played hundreds of shows and continues to tour throughout the United States. You can find him on Instagram @joshuapowellmusic. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
Touring as an LQBTQ+ Person in America and Europe with Musician Teddy Kwo
January 06, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBTeddy Kwo is a musician who got his start in the LQBTQ music scene of the Pacific Northwest and now plays bass on tour with Beth Ditto. You can find him on Instagram @teddykwo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
Teddy Kwo, Musician - Staying Safe, Working Abroad, Touring as an LQBTQ person in America and Europe
January 06, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBTeddy Kwo is a musician who got his start in the LQBTQ music scene of the Pacific Northwest and now plays bass on tour with Beth Ditto. You can find him on Instagram @teddykwo. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thetourlife/support
Eric Hehr, Musician, Writer, & Photographer
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBEpisode Webpage On The Tour Life, you will hear interviews with some of the most interesting and hardworking professionals in the music industry. Learn about what they do, why they do it, and the things they have learned which help them live happier and healthier lives on and off the road.
Eric Hehr, Musician, Writer, & Photographer - 35mm Film, Cocktails, & Tiki Bars
November 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBEric Hehr is a musician, writer, and photographer who has collaborated and performed with artists such as Hellogoodbye, Springtime Carnivore, Gold Motel, Deserta, TV Party, Secret Colours, and Genevieve You can find him and his beautiful 35mm photography on Instagram @ehehr1955. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/support
Marc Walloch, Musician - Gratitude, Being Observant, Letting Go of Perfection, Making Moves
October 28, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBMarc Walloch is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who has worked with, his band, Company of Thieves, and has collaborated and toured with Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates, Juliette Lewis, Dead Sara, AWOLNATION, Beck, and many others. Listen to his current collaborations "Shadow Dweller" by Alice Osian and "After Hours" by Marcus Atom. You can currently find him on tour alongside Beck. Find Marc Walloch on Instagram @spill_sounds. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...
Hector Pacheco (Purple Tokyo), Producer - Collaboration, Networking, Balance, Reinvention
October 21, 2019 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBHector Pacheco is a producer who has transformed the way he approaches his work in electronic music by placing a greater focus on his health and wellbeing. We chat about collaboration, networking, work/life balance, and using your experience to evolve creatively and professionally. Find Hector Pacheco (Purple Tokyo) on Instagram @purpletokyo and at @pacheco_hktr. Look out for a weekly episode of The Tour Life. You will hear interviews with some of the most interesting and hardwor...
Hector Pacheco (Purple Tokyo), Musician & Producer - Collaboration, Networking, Balance, Reinvention
October 21, 2019 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBHector Pacheco is a producer who has transformed the way he approaches his work in electronic music by placing a greater focus on his health and wellbeing. We chat about collaboration, networking, work/life balance, and using your experience to evolve creatively and professionally. Find Hector Pacheco (Purple Tokyo) on Instagram @purpletokyo and at @pacheco_hktr. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thetourlife/message Support this podcast: https://podcaster...
Kelly Appleton, Musican - Running, Contracts, Living Abroad, Being Eclectic
October 14, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBKelly Appleton is a session and touring guitarist who has worked with artists such as Beth Ditto of Gossip, Tricky of Massive Attack, Nicola Roberts of Girls Aloud, Dappy of N-Dubz, Taio Cruz, Corinne Bailey Rae, Heather Peace, and Craig David. She was part of the house band in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Television series “ITV Superstars” and played for several artists during the live shows of The U.K X-Factor, Hit Me Baby One More Time, Greece Is The Word, and Parkinson. Find Kelly on Instagram @...
Chris Hershman, Musician, Filmmaker, & Photographer - Being Fearless, Professional Relationships, Genuine Conversations
October 07, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBChris Hershman is a filmmaker, photographer, and musician who has worked with artists such as Switchfoot, Alabama Shakes, Hozier, and my personal favorite, Mavis Staples. His photography has appeared in Rolling Stone, Paste and Consequence of Sound and has been featured on NPR and the Grammy Awards. You can check out his recent project, the Joe McNally documentary series for Nikon on Youtube. Find Chris Hershman on Instagram @chrishershman. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.s...
Nick Bataran, Guitar Tech & Graphic Designer - Radial Nerve Palsy, Flying Anxiety, Leveling Up, Communication
September 30, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBNick Bataran is a guitar tech and graphic designer who has worked with artists such as Jenny Lewis, Gossip, The Kills, and Bruno Mars. In this episode we talk about how he dealt with Nick's hand being paralyzed with Radial Nerve Palsy, getting serious about working in the music business, having a serious fear of flying, creative insomnia, rampant low-balling, and much more. You can find Nick Bataran and his graphic design work on Instagram @nickoutthejams. --- Send in a voice message: http...