Podcasts by Dont Shit On The Bus
Everything you didn’t know you needed to know about touring in the music industry. We have honest conversations with some of the best crew, artists, and individuals that exist in the music industry. Hosted by Photographer Adam Elmakias.
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Interview with Paul Bradley - Founder/ CEO of Eventric & Master Tour from 2022-09-27T02:57:23
Paul Bradely is the Founder and Owner of Eventric, which is mostly known for their app Master Tour. It was nice to have Paul on and understand the inner workings of such an important part of the...
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Nick Martin of Sleeping With Sirens Interview from 2022-09-19T18:08:26
Nick Martin is the guitarist and backup vocalist/screamer for the band Sleeping With Sirens. In today’s episode, we go over Nick’s love of coffee, what it’s like being a member of Sleeping With ...
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Joshua Roberts of Magnolia Park Interview - Being in a Successful Band in 2022 from 2022-09-12T17:00:54
Joshua Roberts is the lead vocalist for the band Magnolia Park. Not only is he the lead vocalist, he is also a photographer, videographer, and works closely on the band’s brand. In today’s episo...
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Tour Check-In With Austin Roa (AJR) from 2022-09-05T19:11:19
Austin Roa is a touring photographer and videographer. He has worked with artists such as The Lumineers, HOZIER, and is currently out with AJR. In today’s episode we dive into how Austin began h...
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Understanding Sexual Violence ft. Kim Warnick (Calling All Crows) from 2022-08-30T02:35:22
Kim is a program director at Calling All Crows. They work with venues, festivals, and touring crews to help end sexual violence in the music industry. In today’s episode, we explore what sexual ...
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How VIP Operates on Tour ft. Matt Jara (237 Global Inc.) from 2022-08-23T02:47:35
Matt is a VIP coordinator who is currently working at 237 Global Inc.. They help create VIP experiences for artists such as Shawn Mendes, Hella Mega Tour, and Wiz Khalifa to name a few. In today...
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Tour Check-In with Justin Nace (Slipknot) from 2022-08-15T20:00:50
Justin is currently drum teching for Slipknot and was kind of enough to jump on call with us mid tour, all the way from Slovakia. Had a solid time catching up with him and hearing it’s like tour...
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Ten Years Touring Together ft. Sam Harris of X Ambassadors and Gabe McNatt from 2022-08-08T22:31:01
Sam is the lead vocalist of X Ambassadors and Gabe is their long-time tour manager of 10+ years. Sam talks with us about how X Ambassadors is constantly striving to fine-tune their shows while G...
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Understanding Addiction ft. Jonny Craig from 2022-08-01T18:46:07
Everyone please welcome this week’s guest to the bus - Jonny Craig! I have known Jonny for awhile, but had never gotten the chance to sit down and talk with him. Some of these stories are hard t...
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Cultivating a Lifelong Career in the Music Industry ft. Seth Kallen (X Ambassadors, Jukebox The Ghost, Will Linley) from 2022-07-25T19:59:44
Everyone, please welcome this week’s guest to the bus - Seth Kallen! Seth manages X Ambassadors, Jukebox The Ghost, Will Linley, and Corook to name a few. I found it impressive he has been manag...
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Reunited with Neil Westfall! (A Day To Remember) from 2022-07-18T15:04:44
We got a familiar face back on the bus, it’s Neil! Everyone welcome back Neil who’s been touring around like crazy and we were lucky enough to have him on. It felt like the first episodes when Neil...
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Trust Your Gut ft. Eric Gerloff (A$AP Ferg, Lil Uzi Vert, BoywithUke) from 2022-07-05T03:58:18
Everyone lets welcome onto the bus, Eric Gerloff! Eric wears a lot of hats on tour; he’s a tour manager, production manager, and sound engineer to name a few. Eric has toured with a wide variety...
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Introducing Entourage Pro - A Verified Global Crew Network from 2022-06-28T04:02:12
Everyone please welcome the founders of Entourage Pro James and Joel. Entourage Pro is at its very core - a verified private global crew network. I was very excited when I learned about th...
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Stagehand 101 ft. Kenny Barnwell (Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Seal) from 2022-06-20T23:43:26
Everyone welcome one of the most enthusiastic people we’ve had on the bus, Kenny Barnwell! Over the past 20 years, Kenny has worked his way up from a local stagehand to touring with Bon Jovi, Ju...
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Connor's First Tour (BoywithUke) from 2022-06-14T00:11:45
Connor made me write the caption this week…. Because we have Connor on the podcast! Everyone welcome our very own producer, editor, and resident good vibes advocate Connor Gaskey. Connor is on h...
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Being The Best Hang ft. Chris Lent (The Villa, Polyphia) from 2022-06-07T00:54:32
Let's welcome Chris Lent to the podcast this week! Chris is a drum tech, drummer, and stage manager. Chris has played with From First To Last, I Set My Friends On Fire - and is currently in The ...
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Started as a Runner ft. Angie Warner (Post Malone, Jay-Z, BTS) from 2022-05-30T21:20:50
This week on the podcast let's welcome Angie Warner who is a tour manager. Angie has toured with artists such as Post Malone, Jay-Z, and is the western residency tour manager for BTS. It’s incre...
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Weekend Warriors ft. Mike Finn (Thomas Rhett, Dillion Francis) from 2022-05-23T18:34:58
This week on the podcast let's welcome Mike Finn who is a tour manager. Mike has toured with artists such as Mayday Parade, Dillon Francis, and Thomas Rhett. This episode has a ton of quotable m...
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Tour Check-in with Hannah Filbey (Greta Van Fleet) from 2022-05-16T18:10:50
We are having another tour check-in, lets's welcome on the bus, Hannah Filbey. Hannah is a production coordinator currently on the road with Greta Van Fleet and was kind enough, after a 20-hour ...
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Balancing Photo and Video on Tour ft. Jake Chams (Lorde, Panic at the Disco, Marshmello) from 2022-05-09T19:22:48
This week on the podcast lets welcome Jake Chams who is a tour photographer and videographer. Jake has toured with artists such as Panic At The Disco, Lorde, and Marshmello. This episode has a t...
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Touring for a Living ft. Andrew Weiss (Paramore, Twenty One Pilots, Creed) from 2022-05-02T15:59
This week on the podcast let's welcome Andrew Weiss who is the tour manager and production manager. Andrew has toured with artists such as Paramore, Twenty One Pilots, and Creed. Andrew has been...
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Tour Check-in with Suge (Miley Cyrus) from 2022-04-25T15:56:24
We are trying something new this week called Tour Check-Ins. Let's welcome this week’s guest to the bus, Suge. Yes, it’s just Suge. Suge is a guitar tech who has a great sense of humor you won’t...
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Teamwork, Mentors, and Mentees ft. Josh Terry (Mayday Parade, Sad Summer Festival) from 2022-04-18T15:30:53
This week on the podcast please welcome Josh Terry who is the manager of Mayday Parade and one of the founders of Sad Summer Festival. This episode felt like a masterclass in mentorships thanks ...
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Vinny Mauro of Motionless In White Interview - Headlining The Show from 2022-04-11T17:38:56
Everyone welcome to the bus Vinny Mauro - the drummer for Motionless In White. Lovely to hear his progression as a drummer throughout the past ten years. I originally met Vinny on the road 8 yea...
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Matt Halpern of Periphery Interview – Life on and off the Road from 2022-04-04T20:44:42
Matt Halpern is the Drummer of Periphery and one of the creators behind Get Good Drums. I love how balanced and intentional he is with his life and it was a pleasure to learn from him for an hou...
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Morgan Freed and T.J. Petracca of Emo Nite Interview from 2022-03-29T05:27:37
Everyone welcome the wonderful team behind your favorite party - Emo Nite. If you haven’t been to Emo Nite yet, I highly recommend it. Morgan & T.J. put their passion and lives into this pro...
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Jason Richardson of All That Remains Interview – Navigating the Industry as a Musician from 2022-03-21T15:37:33
This week we have the amazing Jason Richardson on the podcast. Jason joined his first touring band while he was still in high school. He started off with All Shall Perish, then joined Born Of Os...
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Working with Artists ft. Paris Visone (Limp Bizkit, New Found Glory) from 2022-03-14T14:37:32
This week we welcome Paris Visone, an amazing Music Photographer and solid friend. Paris has created her career out of working with artists - not for them. Which I think is an important distinct...
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Becoming a Manager in the Music Industry ft. Ryan Bingham (Fly South Music Group) from 2022-03-07T14:42:16
This week we have Bing, Manager at Fly South Music Group. I wanted to know more about what the journey to being a manager was like. I usually just end up working with managers. I don’t always kn...
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How Festivals Are Created ft. Amanda Phelan (Danny Wimmer Presents) from 2022-02-28T15:40:40
This week we have the wonderful Amanda Phelan on the bus! Amanda comes to us from Danny Wimmer Presents - where she is the Director of Talent. Lately I have been noticing a lot of misinformation...
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Lucas Keller of Milk & Honey Interview - Creating a Company Through Connection from 2022-02-21T17:44:32
This week we welcome Lucas Keller - the CEO & Founder of Milk & Honey. Milk & Honey is a 21st-century hybrid entertainment company that represents some of the biggest songwriters &am...
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Touring in 1972 ft. Eric Gardner (Panacea-Ent) from 2022-02-14T20:44:52
This week we have the legend Eric Gardner on the podcast. Eric has been working in the industry for over 50 years now. He is the CEO & Founder at Panacea Entertainment and currently manages ...
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Chris Gaylord of Wage War Interview - From Van to Tour Bus from 2022-02-07T14:19:15
This week we have Chris Gaylord, the bassist for Wage War on the podcast. I haven’t seen Chris in almost three years now but damn was it good to catch up with him. Chris’ band has been touring t...
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Kelen Capener of The Story So Far Interview – Hmusic, Hockey, & Herpetology from 2022-01-31T14:42:30
This week we have Kelen Capener of The Story So Far on the podcast. Kelen is a kind human I respect and admire. He makes jokes that are so believable they often go over my head and you will witn...
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What It’s like Touring During COVID ft Daniel Nickleski (Kygo, Sound Works) from 2022-01-24T05:36:59
This week we have my good friend Daniel Nickleski on the podcast. Daniel owns and operates Sound Works out of Illinois and currently tours with Kygo. Daniel and I set off with the intention to t...
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How Do Street Teams Operate? ft. Lindsey McLemore from 2022-01-17T15:52:02
This week we have the wonderful Lindsey McLemore on the podcast to talk about street teams. Street teams were much more popular back in the early 2000’s - however, they do still exist today in a...
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Taking Steps in a Positive Direction ft. Johnny Minardi (Elektra Music Group) from 2022-01-10T15:55:37
Starting 2022 off with a banger! So happy to have the legend that is Johnny Minardi on the podcast. Johnny is the VP of A&R at Elektra records and one of the most inspiring people I have had...
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Tour Tales ft. Loni Robinson, Tanner Wayne, Michelle Grace Hunderson, Casey Ervin from 2021-12-28T03:09:22
This week we are trying something new - and if you like it, let us know and we will do more of it! I invited a few of my friends to the show to tell some of their favorite tour stories. Thank yo...
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Record Labels 101: What Do Record Labels Do? ft. Katie Robinson (Elektra Music Group) from 2021-12-20T16:14:28
This week we welcome Katie Robinson the VP of Marketing at Electra Music Group to the podcast! Katie started her journey in the industry over 15 years ago. She has slowly climbed her way to the ...
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What Does a Merchandise Director Do? ft. Melissa Hemingway from 2021-12-13T15:23:55
This week we are joined by Melissa Hemingway of Fly South Music Group. Melissa is the Merch Director at Fly South. She started out in Illinois going to college and then moved to Florida to work ...
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What Does a Merchandise Director Do? ft. Melissa Hemingway ( Flysouth Music Group ) from 2021-12-13T15:23:55
This week we are joined by Melissa Hemingway of Fly South Music Group. Melissa is the Merch Director at Fly South. She started out in Illinois going to college and then moved to Florida to work ...
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What Does an Entertainment Lawyer Do? ft. Eric German from 2021-12-06T15:10:40
This week we have Entertainment Lawyer Eric German on the show. Eric is a good example of how we are all really just fans. He loved music as a kid and found a way to make a career in it. Somethi...
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What Does a Booking Agent Do? ft Dave Shapiro (Sound Talent Group) from 2021-11-29T20:14:34
This week we have the legendary Dave Shapiro on the podcast! Dave is most well known for his relentless work ethic as a booking agent that has led to the success of countless bands. When it come...
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What Does a Music Manger Do? ft. Mike Mowery (Ice Nine Kills) from 2021-11-22T17:03:26
This week we welcome long-time friend and amazing music manager Mike Mowery to the podcast. Mike Mowery has managed a variety of different artists over his career, however these days he sp...
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What Can We Learn From Astroworld? from 2021-11-16T09:08:10
This week we are doing something a little bit different. We are discussing a current event. Please welcome back Sully Sullivan from Episode 28. Sully was nice enough to sit down and explain to m...
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What Does a Tour Promoter Do? ft. Brittanie Delava from 2021-11-01T20:22:12
This week we have the amazing Brittanie to talk about being a Tour Promoter. We have talked about so many jobs that exist on tour - but there is a whole other group of jobs that make it possible...
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What Does a Tour Bus Driver Do? ft. Moose from 2021-10-25T13:56:14
This week we have arguably one of the most important touring jobs on the show - the Bus Driver. Everyone meet Moose - your new favorite bus driver. Moose has spent the last 20 years of his life ...
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Danny Kurily Interview – Finding Your Path to Touring with a Band from 2021-10-18T13:14:03
Everyone welcome the awesome Danny Kurily to the podcast! Like most guests, Danny is a good friend - but even more importantly, a true badass. I have always admired how Danny has navigated the m...
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What Does a Stylist Do? ft. Brooke Llewellyn (Demi Lovato, Sia) from 2021-10-11T14:21:23
This week we have Brooke on the podcast! I got to hang out with Brooke a few weeks ago at a wedding and the whole time I was just thinking - I need to know more about what she does for a living....
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Fostering Friendships in the Music Industry – Interview with Thomas Falcone (Usher, Big Sean, Dillon Francis) from 2021-10-04T13:31:13
This week we have Thomas Falcone on the bus! Thomas and I have been friends for a while. He has toured around the world - and I have been lucky enough to have toured with him myself. AV Club rep...
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Interview with Podcast Host Adam Elmakias from 2021-09-27T17:18:16
This week we did something a little different. We will be back to our normal schedule next week. My friend Crague hit me up and said “no one knows your story” - and as much as I feel like I have...
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Connor Interviews Adam from 2021-09-27T17:18:16
This week we did something a little different. We will be back to our normal schedule next week. My friend Crague hit me up and said “no one knows your story” - and as much as I feel like I have...
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Becoming a Personal Photographer ft. Conor McDonnell (Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding) from 2021-09-20T17:04:07
This week we welcome Conor McDonnell to the bus! I have known Conor for the past ten years and seeing the accomplishments he has pulled off both professionally and personally are nothing short o...
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Jobs That Exist at a Venue ft. Joey Phillips (The Forum) from 2021-09-13T01:55:11
This week we welcome back our friend Joey. We promised you two episodes, and two episodes you shall get. This week we go a bit deeper into what jobs exist at a venue. This is important for not o...
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How A Venue Operates ft. Joey Phillips (The Forum) from 2021-09-06T18:02:21
This week we are taking a trip down memory lane. Kind of - we are learning like the first 10 episodes. We were lucky enough to connect with Joey Phillips. Joey is the Event Manager at The Forum ...
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Lessons From the Road ft. Ruel and Michelle Grace Hunder from 2021-08-30T14:53:28
This week we revisit my favorite setup - artist and crew! We have with us all the way from Australia - Ruel and his photographer Michelle Grace Hunder. These two have a relationship that I think...
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Q & A Episode #4 ft. Drew Magid (Imagine Dragons, Grouplove, Florida Georgia Line) from 2021-08-23T20:50:17
Everyone welcome our first Q & A with a guest host! Drew Magid - another long-time friend. We toured back in 20...11/13 together. Since touring together Drew has stepped it up a notch. He st...
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Danny Worsnop - Everything and Nothing from 2021-08-16T22:45:57
This week we welcome Danny Worspon to the podcast! Danny is a singer/songwriter for Asking Alexandria. This was an off-the-cuff episode with Danny’s crazy energy. We’ve toured together in the pa...
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What Does a Music Publicist Do? ft. Katy Cooper (Sum 41, Papa Roach, Lauren Sanderson) from 2021-08-09T03:40:53
This week we welcome Katy Cooper to the podcast! Katy is an accomplished publicist for Big Picture Media. She has a massive list of artists she works with such as Sum 41, Papa Roach, and Lauren ...
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What Does a Songwriter/Producer Do? ft. Andrew Goldstein (Blackbear, Linkin Park, Maroon 5) from 2021-08-02T04:48:49
This week we have Andrew Goldstein - an incredibly talented songwriter/producer who has a rolodex of artists he’s worked with but not limited to Blackbear, Linkin Park, and Demi Lovato. Andrew s...
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What Does a Dancer Do On Tour? ft. Sara Biv (Major Lazer, Miley Cyrus, Cardi B) from 2021-07-26T06:35:42
This week we have the talented Sara Biv on the podcast. Sara is a touring dancer who has worked with artists such as Miley Cyrus, Cardi B, and Major Lazer. In addition to touring as a dancer, Sa...
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Interview with Vic Fuentes – Being Inspired as an Artist from 2021-07-19T07:27:33
This week we have Vic Fuentes - a long-time friend and a well-known singer-songwriter and musician. He spends most of his time creating and playing music for his band Pierce the Veil. As of 2019...
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Interview with Lindsey Stirling - Maintaining a Healthy Tour Lifestyle from 2021-07-12T04:32:10
This week we welcome Lindsey Stirling to the podcast! Lindsey Stirling is a professional violinist, dancer, performance artist, and composer. In addition to everything she does professionally - ...
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Partners in art ft. Yungblud and Tom Pallant from 2021-07-05T06:39:29
This week we have my favorite combo - an artist and one of their crew members. However, it’s not just any artist - it’s Yungblud! And it’s not just any crew member - it’s photographer Tom Pallan...
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Q & A #3 and Neil’s Send-off from 2021-06-28T05:17:03
This week is a special episode - we say goodbye to the best co-host ever - Neil. We did over half a year of podcasting together. It was amazing, we learned more Than I could have ever dreamed up an...
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Interview with Matthew Heafy of Trivium from 2021-06-21T03:38:02
This week we have Matt Heafy of Trivium on the podcast. Matt Heafy is a badass. He has been in Trivium for more than half his life, is an amazing father - and runs a twitch channel while touring...
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Interview with Ryan Seaman of I Don't Know How But They Found Me from 2021-06-14T06:44:34
This week we have the wonderful Ryan Seaman. Drummer of I Don't Know How But They Found Me and all-around good guy. Ryan talks with us about his strategies of navigating the music industry as a ...
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Interview With Mark Bubb of Killer Merch from 2021-06-07T05:46:11
Mark Bubb is the Co-owner of Killer Merch - the company that provides merch, for tours. Mark comes from the music world but his business has expanded to all corners of the entertainment industry...
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Interview with Johnny Christ of Avenged Sevenfold and the Drinks with Johnny Podcast from 2021-05-31T04:33:02
This week we welcome Johnny Christ of Avenged Sevenfold the podcast. Johnny is also the host of his podcast Drinks with Johnny. We spent an hour talking with Johnny about whatever the hell came ...
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Interview with Sully Sullivan - Working Security in the Music Industry (The Vans Warped Tour, Billie Eilish) from 2021-05-24T01:57:23
Security guards can work for the venue, the artist, a tour, or even a festival. Regardless of what job you have in the music industry - you will, at some point, have to interact with security. T...
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Finding Your Path In The Music Industry with Tyler Posey from 2021-05-17T04:42:53
This week Tyler Posey joins us to talk about his lifelong journey with music. Listening to Blink-182, playing in local bands, Warped Tour - and eventually touring with his band internationally. ...
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What it Takes to be a Vegan Chef on Tour - ft. Mary Westfall (Ellie Goulding, Travis Barker, Jeremy Piven) from 2021-05-10T05:12:20
This week we are joined by Mary Westfall, one of the most accomplished personal Vegan Chefs in the music industry. Although she does not tour much anymore - we can partly blame Neil for that one...
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Level Up Your Touring with Shane Told of Silverstein from 2021-05-03T04:17:49
Please welcome Shane Told to the bus! Shane is the lead singer of Silverstein and host of Lead Singer Syndrome Podcast. Shane is a special guest to Neil and me because he and his band play...
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Touring with blink-182's Mark Hoppus & Robert Ortiz from 2021-04-26T04:00
Please welcome blink-182's Mark Hoppus, and his stage-right hand man - Robert Ortiz, to the podcast! Mark and Robert have worked together for 15+ years, a feat only most of us can hope to accomp...
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Community Q & A #2 from 2021-04-19T05:24:55
It's that time again! Community Q & A - we gathered questions from our lovely Patrons and answered them live on twitch. Thank you for your continued support. We appreciate everyone who just ...
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What Does A Production Manager Do On Tour? ft. Matthew Flyzik (Kygo) from 2021-04-12T04:31:11
Mattew Flyzik is a combo of a Tour Manager/ Production Manager. Not many people can pull this off, but Flyzik might not even be human for all we know. The man is a machine. He spends most of his...
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What does a Lighting Director do on Tour? ft. Jeff Maker (All Time Low, Our Last Night) from 2021-04-05T15:00:34
Jeff Maker is the guy that makes the artists look their best on stage. He is a lighting director, sometimes referred to as an LD. Jeff is most well known for his work with All Time Low over the ...
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What Does A Front Of House Engineer Do On Tour? ft. Nate Northway (Rise Against, A Day To Remember) from 2021-03-29T15:45:05
Nate Northway is the guy that handles all the audio you hear in a live concert. It's a full-time job when you are on tour and one of the most stressful parts of the show as well. The pressure is...
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What Does A Production Coordinator Do On Tour? ft. Julie Galetar (Shawn Mendes, Madonna, Sting) from 2021-03-22T04:24:45
Julie Galetar is one of the best production coordinators out there on the road, and the client list proves it. Julie has worked for Shawn Mendes, Sting, Paul Simon, and Madonna. We really enjoye...
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What Does A Guitar Tech Do On Tour? ft. Justin Trotta (blackbear, The Used, Asking Alexandria) from 2021-03-15T04:56:49
Justin Trotta is a long-time friend of ours and a very accomplished guitar tech. We sit down and talk to him about his journey from playing in local bands to eventually touring worldwide with ar...
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What Does A Video Operator Do On Tour? ft. Mario Adato (Skrillex, Dillon Francis, Thomas Rhett) from 2021-03-09T15:21:55
Mario has spent years on the road perfect the art of being a Video Operator. Most well know for his work with Skrillex - however, he has also worked with Dillion Francis & Thomas Rhett. If y...
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What Does A Tour Photographer Do On Tour? ft. Ashley Osborn (Bring Me The Horizon & Jessie J) from 2021-03-01T03:27:54
Music Photographer Ashley Osborn joins us this week to talk about what it takes to be a Tour Photographer. Tour Photography is a whole different world than any other job on the road. You are wor...
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What Does A Drum Tech Do On Tour? ft. Tanner Wayne of In Flames from 2021-02-22T04:21:44
Tanner Wayne joins us this week to discuss everything he knows about working as a drum tech. Tanner’s career path over the past 15 years has allowed him to learn both the artist and tech side of...
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What Does A Monitor Engineer Do On Tour? ft. Charlie Bybee (5 Seconds Of Summer, ONE OK ROCK, Rise Against) from 2021-02-15T05:04:39
Tanner Wayne joins us this week to discuss everything he knows about working as a drum tech. Tanner’s career path over the past 15 years has allowed him to learn both the artist and tech side of...
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What Does A Merchandise Manager Do On Tour? ft. Jordan Lovis (Travis Scott, Fall Out Boy, My Chemical Romance) from 2021-02-08T04:11:17
Merchandise Manager Jordan Lovis joins us this week to talk about what exactly goes on behind the scenes to get those t-shirts into customers’ hands at a concert. Jordan started out touring in a...
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What Does A Tour Manager Do On Tour? ft. Meg Dieter (Slayer, Pharrell, Blink-182) from 2021-02-01T07:14:05
Meet our first guest - Meg Dieter. Meg has toured for the past ten years with a variety of artists such as Pharrell, Blink-182, Slayer, Testament, and Selena Gomez. This week we are lucky enough...
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Never Miss Bus Call from 2021-01-25T04:19:22
Missing bus call is one of the quickest ways to lose your job on the road. Touring is all about teamwork. Join us as we briefly recap The Essentials (the first 10 Episodes) of Don't Shit On The ...
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Community Q & A from 2020-12-21T06:44:47
We took this week to celebrate our followers and respond to their questions from the first nine episodes of the Don’t Shit on the Bus podcast. Thank you so much to everyone who has supported us ...
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Touring Etiquette and Don't Be A Dick from 2020-12-14T05:04:53
Touring etiquette can be tricky. There are countless rules, guidelines, situations, and experiences that only come up once in a while. In this episode, we cover how to exist on the road on...
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Getting Hired and Paid to Tour from 2020-12-07T07:12:18
Getting on the road is one thing. Getting paid to tour is a whole different thing. In this episode, we talk about what your life might look like before going on the road. Then, of course, we wil...
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A Day In The Life Of Being On Tour from 2020-11-30T04:43:28
There are so many different jobs that exist on tour. So what happens during the day? Who does what? Where do they do it? And for how long? This week we break a single tour day down into its diff...
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The Different Ways of Traveling On Tour from 2020-11-23T06:16:56
There are many different ways to travel on tour. Van, Bus, Plane, Private Jet - and they all have their pros & cons. How you travel has the most significant effect on your touring life outsi...
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How To Start Getting Real Life Experience from 2020-11-16T05:19:08
It's one thing to learn how to tour - but we want you to be on tour. This week we break down the steps you need to take in your own daily life to start increasing your luck, networking and getti...
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Networking In The Music Industry from 2020-11-09T20:03:20
Networking Is the language of the music industry. This is probably the most crucial episode we will ever release. This is how you navigate the music industry, how you exist in it, and your path ...
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The Pros and Cons of Touring from 2020-11-03T02:32:01
Touring is fun, it's also challenging. Everyone knows the best part of touring - you get the travel the world with your friends and go to a concert every night. But there has to be a catch - rig...
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Touring 101 - What Is Touring And How Do I Do It? from 2020-10-26T10:52:05
They keep telling me to tour, but what is touring? Well, we are here to answer the most basic of basic questions when it comes to touring. Starting with the most important - what is touring? We ...
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Don't Shit On The Bus from 2020-10-18T01:03:50
We don't care who you are, where you are from, and what type of experience you have in the music industry. We are here to get you on the road and teach you the right way to tour. This involves f...
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Welcome to Don't Shit On The Bus with Adam Elmakias & Neil Westfall from 2020-10-17T23:03:50
Why can't I shit on the bus? You ask. We know it may come as a surprise to you - but believe it or not, you, 100% - can't shit on the bus. It's the number one rule when you live on a tour bus. T...
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Hey! Get on the bus! from 2020-10-16T00:00
Welcome to Don't Shit On The Bus - hosted by Neil Westfall of A Day To Remember and Adam Elmakias, touring music photographer. Our goal is to educate, entertain, and inspire people in the ...
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