Hard things require relearning. Self-awareness is key. We share that knowing who we are allows us to give tailored advice. Early career advice, specific to our personality, leads to success. https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #SuccessTips #CareerAdvice #Motivation #Inspiration #Leadership #Mindfulness #Productivity #PersonalDevelopment
A mountain festival faced disaster when a storm hit. With KL Core IP, the rigging and fixtures would have withstood the rain, providing warm, incandescent lighting for softer sets. We still think about that gig. https://youtu.be/AJu3dLOWglM #KLCoreIP #FestivalLighting #OutdoorEvents #WeatherproofLighting #StageLighting #LightingDesign #EventProduction #LightingTechnology #DimmableLighting #RedshiftCapabilities
Discover how we are revolutionizing event production with eco-friendly stage sets. Ditch landfills; embrace recycling! Perfect for smaller management teams needing risers, drum risers, and more for artists. https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #EcoFriendlySets #SustainableEvents #RecycledStages #EventProduction #StageDesign #GreenEvents #RecyclingSolutions #BandEquipment #ArtistSupport #SustainableProduction
Nils Thorjussen – Executive Chairman, Verge Aero Nils Thorjussen is a pioneering entrepreneur and technology executive with over three decades of experience shaping the entertainment technology landscape. Now as Executive Chairman of Verge Aero, he’s leading the way in drone show technology, making drone entertainment smarter, safer, and more spectacular.…
We reminisce about the 'Confetti Guy' from Artistry in Motion, akin to Katy Perry's left shark. We also recall stuffing confetti cannons for KISS, roping in any musician watching! https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #ConfettiGuy #ArtistryInMotion #KISS #KatyPerry #LeftShark #BehindTheScenes #MusicHistory #PopCulture #ConfettiCannons #MusicTrivia
We delve into Phil Collins' musical adventures between tours, forming supergroups like Brand X and Zox with Peter Banks. We share memories of setting up unannounced gigs, driven purely by their love for playing. https://youtu.be/S8hypCpFSE0 #PhilCollins #PeterBanks #BrandX #ZoxAndTheRadarBoys #Supergroup #MusicHistory #ProgressiveRock #UnannouncedGigs #LiveMusic #RockLegends
We met Jeff Rabitz while training on Strand consoles. He needed a lighting assistant for Cher. Fortunate to get the call after a freelance day, our theater background made us perfect. A unicorn position! https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #Cher #LightingDesign #Theater #LightingAssistant #JeffRabitz #StrandConsoles #FreelanceLife #EntertainmentIndustry #DreamJob #BehindTheScenes
We remember venues where troubleshooting felt impossible. Now, imagine administrators and facilities managers in sync, proactive and resolving issues efficiently. Focus on the event, not the failures! https://youtu.be/uQEykgcou7g #VenueManagement #EventTech #Troubleshooting #FacilityManagement #EventPlanning #TechSolutions #EducationTech #StadiumTech #ArtsManagement #ProactiveSolutions
We explore navigating tough situations and building resilience. A friend's advice: toughen up. Recognize the difference between being mean and being an asshole. Disassociate and be brave to make it through. https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #Resilience #ToughenUp #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #MentalStrength #EmotionalIntelligence #DealingWithDifficultPeople #Motivation #Inspiration #LifeLessons
The travel industry offers opportunities for a great living and world exploration. We discuss industry perceptions, breaking stereotypes, and the importance of expanding our perspectives through travel. https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #TravelIndustry #TravelJobs #SeeTheWorld #RemoteWork #DigitalNomad #TravelLifestyle #CareerInTravel #TravelInspiration #ExploreTheWorld #TravelTips
We discuss Main Lights reliability in the lighting and effects industry. We highlight their gear's performance and insane visuals, emphasizing their customer service and quality. Their decades-long reputation speaks volumes about their commitment. https://youtu.be/fBpMdxCGaZU #LightingEffects #mainlight #ProductionQuality #CustomerService #ReliableRentals #Visuals #StageLighting #EventProduction #EntertainmentTech
After 1.5 years, Gene Simmons' roadie reveals he forgot earplugs! We struggled with vocals while his trousers flapped. He wanted more level, all while wearing earplugs. Crazy! https://youtu.be/S8hypCpFSE0 #GeneSimmons #Earplugs #RockConcert #KissBand #RockMusic #BehindTheScenes #MusicAnecdotes #ConcertStories #FunnyMoments #MusicIndustry
Royalties alone aren't enough; we must perform. Our discussion includes record company support, theaters, sound, and light tours. Venues downtown offered lunch breaks at pharmacies and sushi bars, creating a vibrant city experience. https://youtu.be/S8hypCpFSE0 #LivePerformance #Royalties #TheaterTour #MusicBusiness #DowntownVenues #PerformanceLife #MusicIndustry #TouringLife #LiveMusic #MusicCareer
Michael Keeling at Obi offered Kim a chance to learn Telescans. _We_ practiced, leading to an unexpected meeting with Obie's executive suite. A pivotal moment for _our_ touring aspirations! https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #LightingDesign #Telescans #TouringLife #ObiLighting #CareerJourney #BehindTheScenes #LightingTech #StageLighting #KimKeeling #LightingCareer
We were impressed by KISS's heavy, energetic show! They didn't mail it in, delivering a great performance. More than musicianship, it's about the spectacle. Our tour with them was memorable. https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #KISS #ConcertReview #LiveMusic #RockAndRoll #MusicReview #HeavyMetal #LivePerformance #BandReview #Music #Concert
Retrofitting historic spaces presents logistical hurdles. We faced challenges with old rigging and limited space. KL units offer compact designs and easy rigging, providing new creative tools while preserving architecture. It's a balance of tradition and technology. https://youtu.be/AJu3dLOWglM #TheaterTech #HistoricRetrofit #StageLighting #KLfixtures #TheaterDesign #LightingInnovation #ArchitecturalLighting #TheatricalLighting #ModernTheater #LightingDesign
Hearing you talk about this makes we really think back. Site Link elevates how we handle our entire operation, giving flexibility. Every production team will want this. Staying connected has never been easier.https://youtu.be/uQEykgcou7g #SiteLink #ProductionTeam #LiveEvents #Mobility #Speed #TheaterTech #CampusTech #TourTech #ProductionLife #EventPlanning
The music business has drastically changed! We discuss how bands broke then versus now. We explore Triumph's story and today's record label funding challenges impacting tours. https://youtu.be/S8hypCpFSE0 #MusicIndustry #MusicBusiness #TriumphBand #MusicHistory #IndieMusic #MusicMarketing #NewMusic #MusicProduction #RecordLabels #MusicTrends
We discovered a game-changing strategy: cut the fluff. Go straight from A to B in your emails. Edit ruthlessly, aiming for three sentences max. People don't read long emails anyway! https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #emailtips #productivity #communication #businessemail #efficiency #time management #emailmarketing #writingtips #getresults #successtips
We explore the wild world of confetti, from its specific paper requirements to artists printing dollar bills on it. For Paramore, we created collectible pieces that spelled out their hit single. https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #ConfettiArt #Paramore #CollectibleArt #StageEffects #DIYConfetti #ArtInstallation #CraftIdeas #PaperArt #CreativeProjects #MusicMemorabilia
We talk about how Doc McGhee invited me to a Fort Lauderdale show. Our British girlfriend, not a heavy rock fan, surprisingly loved her first rock concert experience! https://youtu.be/mAUD80x3vbc #DocMcGhee #FortLauderdale #RockConcert #BritishGirlfriend #MusicExperience #LiveMusic #RodStewart #EltonJohn #MusicLover #ConcertReview
We always respect MainLight for combining cutting-edge technology with old school customer service. Knowing we've got MainLight equipment and their team in our corner, it's a huge weight off our shoulders. https://youtu.be/fBpMdxCGaZU #MainLight #LightingTechnology #CustomerService #LiveEvents #EventProduction #StageLighting #TechAndService #EventProfs #LightingDesign #ProductionTeam
We explore how a creative proposal to management led to a successful production company. Instead of retainers and warehouse costs, they became partners. Plus, how Supertramp roadies innovated with audio and lights. https://youtu.be/S8hypCpFSE0 #Supertramp #ProductionCompany #BusinessStrategy #MusicIndustry #RoadieLife #AudioEngineering #LightingDesign #Innovation #Partnerships #BehindTheScenes
We discuss Jeff Rabitz's offer to be a lighting assistant for Cher and how our theater background helped. It evolved into learning about beams, air patterns, focus, color, and timing for rock and roll lighting design. https://youtu.be/fzgVeNRlOzs #LightingDesign #Cher #RockNRollLighting #JeffRabitz #ConcertDesign #LightingTechniques #StageLighting #TheaterLighting #LightingAssistant #LightingSecrets