Daz from UK Band Loser - follow up interview after tour

Want free swag? Send us a comment - we will respond A canceled gig can feel like a punch to the gut—especially when fans already have tickets. We dig into why that happens today, tracing the math venues use to keep doors open and why pre-sales have become the deciding factor for grassroots rooms across the UK. With Daz at the wheel—literally and figuratively—we explore what it takes to run three bands in one night, keep a van rolling for four-hour drives, and still deliver a tight set when the gear throws curveballs. You’ll hear the inside track on practical touring: how to build a load-in plan that respects every instrument, why redundancy is your best friend, and how to stay musical when a Marshall’s inputs rip off the board or a pedalboard dies mid-song. Daz opens up about recording ambitions on the road, the moment he scaled back to protect energy and quality, and the simple habits that keep shows on time and bands in sync. We also zoom out to community, spotlighting Killfest’s charity roots and the scene-building power of tribute acts working alongside original rock. There’s history here too: a New Jersey family who won Lemmy’s Rickenbacker on the Another Perfect Day tour, complete with photos and setup quirks that inspired how Daz wears his own bass. It’s a story about tone, identity, and the way small technical choices shape big stage presence. Through it all, kindness in the van, clear roles, and honest feedback turn long weekends into real growth for younger players finding their live voice. If you love rock, touring strategy, and the craft behind a great night out, hit play and ride with us. Share this with a friend who lives for live music, subscribe for more behind-the-scenes stories, and drop a review to tell us your best onstage save—what’s the rule you never break on tour? Pre-roll tune is band Jenner Mid-roll is band Trouble Post-roll music is us band Monollith Support the show https://fgts4u.org Thank you and please visit our social medial sites to leave feedback and or support our project. https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage