What are the origins of the Triton laser? “We’ve collaborated with Strictly FX for years and it’s always led to some of our most creatively fulfilling projects. The Strictly FX team is incredible; they’re smart, focused, open-minded, and driven. The Triton came from Strictly FX wanting a system that was road ready for multi-year tours and had phenomenal colour balance instead of the more typical ‘blue-heavy’ systems you see in the higher-powered laser market these days. This was also a system intended for a decade or more of service, so it was designed to be incredibly serviceable and upgradeable over…
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With 25 years of experience as an audio, lighting, staging, and video provider, Denmark-based Victory hit the road with Gojira – providing a turnkey solution for the French heavy metal band. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpi277_digitallr/20 This article originally appeared in issue #277 of TPi, which you can read here. Words: Jacob Waite Photos: Victory www.gojira-music.com www.victory.dk
Wireless LED products that are either worn or held by audiences have become increasingly popular recently with designers, giving the ability to turn a crowd into a giant screen. One of the forerunners of this technology is Enjoytech, which recently supplied its Enjoygalaxy product for the 32nd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpi277_digitallr/22 Words: Stew Hulme Photos: Enjoytech www.enjoyvote.com www.cambodia2023.com
Created out of a shared love of music, Radiotek was founded in 1993 by the husband-and-wife team of audio engineers Nigel Morris and Tracey Morris. Having experienced receiving radios in crates and cardboard boxes while on tour, Nigel was inspired to start the business to supply the industry with something more robust and practical. Starting with tour kits in plastic peli cases, the company moved on to producing bespoke custom rolling cases that included all the communications kit a tour would need. Some 30 years later, with live touring accounting for more than 70% of Radiotek’s rental business, and the…
Since 2022, Andreas Huber has spearheaded Claypaky’s Sustainability Project, which recently achieved a notable milestone in becoming ISO 14064-1:2018 certified. Developed by the International Standards Organisation – a non-governmental organisation in Geneva, the ISO 14064 provides companies with a framework of best practices upon which to build a Greenhouse Gases reduction programme. Claypaky has now completed the first part of the initiative and is proud to have become the first company in the entertainment lighting industry to receive certification in the carbon inventory management system. As well as achieving this milestone, Claypaky has defined and implemented several projects to reduce…
There is a palpable sense of pride in Newcastle that an artist born 20 minutes from St. James’ Park has made it to the big leagues; reaching stadium status with two critically acclaimed studio albums under his belt. Far be it from conventional, Sam Fender’s touring team is reflective of the DIY ethos his band embody – a tight crew who have ridden the rollercoaster ride which has seen them go from operating in 600-capacity venues to 52,000-capacity stadium in a matter of years. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpi277_digitallr/54 Words: Jacob Waite Photos: Steve Sroka www.samfender.com www.adlib.co.uk www.cine-drone.co.uk www.er-productions.com www.kbevent.com www.nubsound.com www.stargrouplive.com www.unlimited-dream.com www.vision-factory.co.uk
What first sparked your interest in sound engineering? “I spent most of my childhood stood next to PA desks in pubs because my parents were in bands and toured the pub circuit. I also used to perform at open mic nights, playing piano and guitar. I stepped in as a lighting tech last minute for a school production, but my heart was with live sound, so I began learning the basics using ancient theatre equipment.” Have you faced any additional barriers breaking into the sector? “Most people are really interested in getting me on board their company, band or their…
Renowned for managing countless notable tours across the planet, TAG continues to earn the trust and admiration of the most iconic names in music. From one-off club shows to stadium tours, the organisation oversees comprehensive touring travel logistics and offers global solutions. Recently extending its reach to 18 global offices and adding Latin touring to its repertoire, TAG has surpassed milestones on its mission to further expand and broaden its client base. Since 2021, the popularity of the Latin music industry has been explosive. Artists like Bad Bunny, Karol G, Rauw Alejandro, Rosalía, Maluma, RBD, among others have taken the…
Discussions of a potential Pulp stage return between Jarvis Cocker and Lighting and Set Designer, Douglas Green began amid the maiden Glastonbury appearance of the frontman’s solo project, JARV IS… in 2022. Cocker handed Green a copy of Kevin Foakes’ Wheels of Light: Designs for British Light Shows 1970-1990 and shared his abstract ideas about a huge curtain, a staircase… and an orchestra. “He said it was going to be the final Pulp tour, so he wanted it to be a celebration of everything they have done up until now, and at the same time a completely new and contemporary…
What do Coldplay, Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Gorillaz and Cirque du Soleil all have in common? This isn’t the set-up to some dreadful joke… the answer is that all have selected Wisycom’s wireless IEM solution on their tour riders in recent years. Supported by a 30-year history in the film and broadcast industry, the company is increasing its presence into the world of live events, with many artists now donning a Wisycom belt-pack to receive their IEM mix. Speaking from Wisycom’s Italian HQ, Sales Director, Marika Stangherlin shared the story of the company’s move into the sector. “We have enjoyed…
Master Tour, a cloud-based software created to assist production and tour managers with the organisation of their logistics, has become a familiar name within the live entertainment and touring industry with 65,000 monthly users. Initially developed to help build tour books, Master Tour has adapted to the shift from paper to digital platforms in recent years with an accounting feature, guestlist module and a section on advancing a tour among the key features. “Master Tour has grown in popularity organically, primarily through ‘word of mouth’ recommendations from trusted relationships in the live entertainment and touring industry,” Eventric CEO and founder,…
A 10-minute chat about skateboarding like the one we had when we visited HIVE’s Horsham HQ is an unusual way to start an interview; but then again, HIVE is not a usual company. When we met the team at ISE earlier in 2023, they pitched the idea that HIVE’s media server offering could open the world of video to a wider market with a more competitive price point and ease of use. Since then, the company has been making waves within the entertainment sphere, being used on numerous immersive events and exhibitions around the world, as well as partnering with…
Based on the Low Voltage Directive (LVD 2014/35/EU), a new standard has now been set for the world of cabling. EN IEC 60799:2021 (IEC 60799:2018) specifies the requirements for cord sets and interconnected cord sets. The LVD ensures that electrical equipment within certain voltage limits provides a high level of protection for European citizens, and benefits fully from the single market and covers health and safety risks on electrical equipment operating with an input or output voltage of between 50 and 1,000v for alternating current and 75 and 1,500v for direct current. Due to this range, the legislation applies to…
Taking place a short drive away from the popular coastal city of Marbella, Starlite Occident festival is an epic three-month event where an old quarry is transformed into a temporary venue and club destination. With audiences being shuttled from the car park by Ford’s brand-new electric 4x4s, VIP packages offering table service during show as well as a club night that didn’t wrap up until 6am, this was certainly not your standard summer festival – there wasn’t a Wellington boot in sight. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpi277_digitallr/16 This article originally appeared in issue #277 of TPi, which you can read here. Words: Stew Hume…
In late June, a statement came through the wires that Robe had agreed to acquire Avolites. Although it had been common knowledge that Avolites had been looking to sell the company, it was a rather shrewd move to announce the deal prior to everything being signed. According to Avolites Chairman, Richard Salzedo, this was a purposeful decision. “Too often when it comes to deals of this nature, things are kept under wraps which inevitably leads to numerous leaks and people making assumptions,” stated Salzedo. “We wanted to make it clear from the beginning what this deal means for both companies.” …
As I travelled down to Cardiff on a notably hot day in June, it took me a while to realise that I was the only person in my train carriage not wearing some sort of feather boa. As the train pulled into the station and I made my way towards the Principality Stadium, this group of flamboyant individuals quickly transformed into a massive army of Harry Styles fanatics, who were growing increasingly excited as the stadium came into view. By the time the singer took to the stage, it was clear that this was not going to be a casual…
Audio-Technica has taken over the exclusive distribution of Clear-Com for markets in Austria. Germany-based audio distributor Audio-Technica has been distributing Clear-Com’s communication solutions in Germany since 2015. Now the two companies are expanding their cooperation to the Austrian market. “We have had a strong partner in Audio-Technica for years,” confirmed Alex Hemme, Regional Sales Manager at Clear-Com. “I look forward to optimally serving the Austrian market in the future with the dedicated colleagues from Audio-Technica.” As Business Development Manager, Harald Steindl will oversee sales activities in Austria and will assist customers in the implementation of their projects. “Clear-Com’s professional intercom…
Since its founding in 1998, TAF has earned the trust of its l customer base with the production and timely delivery of aluminium truss and support structures, along with the design, production, and delivery of custom solutions for a wide range of projects. With TAF headquarters and advanced manufacturing facilities in Olomouc, Czech Republic, together with its American office and distribution center TAF USA in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, TAF stands ready to deliver its products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and around the world. TAF’s production facilities ensure all TAF products meet today’s global standards for safety. TAF…
