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Don't Shit On The Bus
by Adam Elmakias
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.
Episodes
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Thank You
We want to thank everyone for listening to the podcast these past two years. It’s been an incredible journey making this podcast, hearing about all our guest’s journeys, and helping our listeners get on the road. Thank you to all our Patreon members for supporting us on this journey, we hope to...
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Interview with Paul Bradley - Founder/ CEO of Eventric & Master Tour
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 touring industry. Tours simply wouldn’t function today without the help of Master Tour. If you don’t...
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Nick Martin of Sleeping With Sirens Interview
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 Sirens, and how Nick gauges his success as he’s traveled through this industry. Thank you so much for...
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Joshua Roberts of Magnolia Park Interview - Being in a Successful Band in 2022
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 episode, we dive into how Joshua joined Magnolia park, what it’s like to wear multiple hats in a band, and…
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Tour Check-In With Austin Roa (AJR)
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 his career in music from shooting DIY house shows to leveling up to international arena tours. Just like...
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Understanding Sexual Violence ft. Kim Warnick (Calling All Crows)
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 violence looks like in a concert setting. We cover on a very basic level - how to handle these…
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How VIP Operates on Tour ft. Matt Jara (237 Global Inc.)
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’s episode explore how artists have created bigger and better experiences for their fans and how you…
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Tour Check-In with Justin Nace (Slipknot)
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 touring with one of the largest metal bands in the world. In this episode of the Don’t Shit On The Bus...
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Ten Years Touring Together ft. Sam Harris of X Ambassadors and Gabe McNatt
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 Gabe simultaneously progresses his Tour Managing skills to match the band's growth. Any touring team…
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Understanding Addiction ft. Jonny Craig
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 to listen to, but I’m thankful Jonny is able to tell them so that we can all learn from him. In this...
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Cultivating a Lifelong Career in the Music Industry ft. Seth Kallen (X Ambassadors, Jukebox The Ghost, Will Linley)
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 managing Jukebox The Ghost for 17 years (almost half his life)! His stories of being a part of the rise of X...
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Reunited with Neil Westfall! (A Day To Remember)
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 was co-hosting, there’s a ton to laugh at during this episode. Thanks for jumping back on to chat...
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Trust Your Gut ft. Eric Gerloff (A$AP Ferg, Lil Uzi Vert, BoywithUke)
Everyone lets welcome onto the bus, Eric Gerloff! Eric wears a lot of hats on tour; he’s a tour manager, production manager, and sound engineer to name a few. Eric has toured with a wide variety of artists starting all the way back on Warped Tour and now tour manages A$AP Ferg, Lil Uzi Vert, and...
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Introducing Entourage Pro - A Verified Global Crew Network
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 this site and I feel deeply that this is exactly what the music industry needs. James and Joel answer all of my...
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Stagehand 101 ft. Kenny Barnwell (Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Seal)
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, Justin Bieber, and Ariana Grande. Kenny also is the co-founder of Freedom Music events, an author, and...
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Connor's First Tour (BoywithUke)
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 his first. tour. ever. And I couldn’t be more proud, excited, and thrilled for him. Of course, it’s only...
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Being The Best Hang ft. Chris Lent (The Villa, Polyphia)
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 Villa and Pretty Idiiot. He is currently stage manager for Polyphia. The path Chirs has made into the...
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Started as a Runner ft. Angie Warner (Post Malone, Jay-Z, BTS)
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 incredible how much Angie has accomplished in her 22 years in the music industry, this episode felt like…
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Weekend Warriors ft. Mike Finn (Thomas Rhett, Dillion Francis)
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 moments and incredible insight for those trying to, not only tour, but tour in the country music scene....
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Tour Check-in with Hannah Filbey (Greta Van Fleet)
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 travel day, to chat with us. Thank you so much for taking the time to not sleep and helping us learn…
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Balancing Photo and Video on Tour ft. Jake Chams (Lorde, Panic at the Disco, Marshmello)
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 ton of great lessons on why everyone should keep an open mind to learning while on the road. There’s a…
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Touring for a Living ft. Andrew Weiss (Paramore, Twenty One Pilots, Creed)
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 in the touring game for a long time and has accumulated a wealth of knowledge you can only get from...
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Tour Check-in with Suge (Miley Cyrus)
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 miss - he’s a chill dude. Suge is currently touring with Miley Cyrus so be on the lookout for him on...
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Teamwork, Mentors, and Mentees ft. Josh Terry (Mayday Parade, Sad Summer Festival)
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 to Josh having a sea of knowledge for us to listen to. Make sure to make out to Sad Summer Festival…
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Vinny Mauro of Motionless In White Interview - Headlining The Show
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 years ago - catch him on The Trinity of Terror tour right now. LAN party sometime soon? In this episode of...
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Matt Halpern of Periphery Interview – Life on and off the Road
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 hour. Congrats on creating a human with your life, I look forward to experiencing the joys of life you are...
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Morgan Freed and T.J. Petracca of Emo Nite Interview
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 project and it shows. Was a pleasure to talk with them on how they started working together, became friends…
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Jason Richardson of All That Remains Interview – Navigating the Industry as a Musician
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 Osiris, next Chelsea Grin - and most recently has joined All That Remains. Jason also has an insane solo...
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Working with Artists ft. Paris Visone (Limp Bizkit, New Found Glory)
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 distinction to make. When you tour with someone, your work as a photographer is a reflection of your…
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Becoming a Manager in the Music Industry ft. Ryan Bingham (Fly South Music Group)
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 know how they acquired their career. Luckily Bing was nice enough to sit down with me and teach me how he...
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How Festivals Are Created ft. Amanda Phelan (Danny Wimmer Presents)
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 out there on what actually goes into making a festival happen. Now I do not know what it takes to put…
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Lucas Keller of Milk & Honey Interview - Creating a Company Through Connection
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 & producers in the music industry today. David Hodges, Oak Felder, Sir Nolan, and Jenna Andrews to name a few. Lucas...
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Touring in 1972 ft. Eric Gardner (Panacea-Ent)
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 Paul Shaffer & Todd Rundgren. His career and life are full of amazing stories and I am so happy to have him...
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Chris Gaylord of Wage War Interview - From Van to Tour Bus
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 their asses off for almost ten years now. This most recent tour was their first in a tour bus and I know...
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Kelen Capener of The Story So Far Interview – Hmusic, Hockey, & Herpetology
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 witness this multiple times throughout the podcast. I was happy to catch up with him because well, we…
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What It’s like Touring During COVID ft Daniel Nickleski (Kygo, Sound Works)
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 talk about how COVID has affected the music industry - and we did do that, a little bit. But to be…
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How Do Street Teams Operate? ft. Lindsey McLemore
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 more refined form. Lindsey is a marketing manager at The Syndicate and works with them closely to help...
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Taking Steps in a Positive Direction ft. Johnny Minardi (Elektra Music Group)
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 the pleasure of speaking with. Through consistently finding the right path Johnny has created a…
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Tour Tales ft. Loni Robinson, Tanner Wayne, Michelle Grace Hunderson, Casey Ervin
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 you so much to you all for joining me. If you are an experienced touring person - hit me up and we will…
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Record Labels 101: What Do Record Labels Do? ft. Katie Robinson (Elektra Music Group)
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 top and is very knowledgeable on how labels of all levels operate. In this episode she breakdowns...
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What Does a Merchandise Director Do? ft. Melissa Hemingway ( Flysouth Music Group )
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 for Fueled By Ramen right around the time of its conception. I like Melissa’s journey because it does…
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What Does an Entertainment Lawyer Do? ft. Eric German
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. Something that really stuck out to me about Eric is how involved he is with his clients on a daily basis. He...
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What Does a Booking Agent Do? ft Dave Shapiro (Sound Talent Group)
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 comes to being a booking agent - Dave is one of the best to learn from. After climbing his way to the top…
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What Does a Music Manger Do? ft. Mike Mowery (Ice Nine Kills)
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 spends the majority of his time working with Ice Nine Kills. Mike is very well-spoken… wait a manager,...
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What Can We Learn From Astroworld?
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 me what happened at Travis Scott's Astroworld fest. I had been seeing a lot of information floating…
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What Does a Tour Promoter Do? ft. Brittanie Delava
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 to even have a tour. A Tour Promoter is one of those jobs. It is also a job I thought I knew a lot...
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What Does a Tour Bus Driver Do? ft. Moose
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 touring, a good portion of it - driving. However, what I really liked about Moose is that he slowly...
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Danny Kurily Interview – Finding Your Path to Touring with a Band
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 music industry and his life in general. It was a true pleasure to sit down and learn from him. We toured...
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What Does a Stylist Do? ft. Brooke Llewellyn (Demi Lovato, Sia)
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. We met once before, but never really got the time to sit down and know her - now I have! Brooke is a...
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Fostering Friendships in the Music Industry – Interview with Thomas Falcone (Usher, Big Sean, Dillon Francis)
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 reporting for Duty. He started in the Warped Tour world, made his way through hip hop, DJs, and now spends...
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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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