Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are continuing their performances decades after their inception. On their current tour, which began in 2023, fans are hearing the New Jersey legend’s soulful and powerful vocals, guitar prowess, and the force-of-nature grandeur of an extended 19-member E Street Band through a Cohesion PA system, provided by Clair Global. Led by Tour Director George Travis and Production Manager Sean Magovern, the touring audio team is a close-knit affair, and the synergy and respect seen on-stage is reflected in this crew. The tour’s three-hour set list has been hand-picked from an extensive music…
Author: Alicia Pollitt
Madame Loyal Marseille, a two-day indoor festival that combined theatrical performances and electronic music from artists such as Acid Arab, Vitalic and Worakls Orchestra, took place at the Parc Chanot on 29 and 30 November. Under the direction of Production Manager Aurel Quiévreux and Audio Engineer/Consultant Probe (Sebastien Jovys) and in collaboration with Concept Group, Alive and Funktion-One distributor for France Solution One, the show featured Funktion-One systems in both rooms. This included a Vero VX system in the main room (Grand Palais) with a 21 F124 cardioid bass array, Evolution X in-fill and PSM318 DJ monitors and an Evo…
The O2 has announced that it has successfully secured ‘Commended’ status as ‘A Greener Arena’, certified by A Greener Future. The ‘Commended’ status, which recognises arenas that show ‘demonstrable improvements’and ‘a significant engagement in reducing negative environmental and social impacts,’ is reflective of the venue’s longstanding commitment to driving the sustainability agenda in the live industry. This certification follows a stand-out 2024 of industry-leading sustainability initiatives at the world-famous venue – most notably, hosting the world’s first carbon removed arena events at The 1975’s four headline shows in February, resulting in the extraction and removal of 545.9 tonnes – the…
CHAUVET Professional built its LDI exhibit around the theme of “Reveling Our True Colors.” The company’s immersive booth also featured a design by Gigi Pedron. A pair of notable examples of this capability could be seen in new additions to the successful Maverick Storm and STRIKE series of fixtures. The Maverick Storm 1 Flex and STRIKE V both build on the highly regarded reputations of their namesake series in terms of output and performance. For the Maverick Storm 1 Flex, the story began with it being a high-output, lamp-free multi-functional fixture. Designers can enjoy the flexibility of a multi-functional unit…
Robert Juliat reported a successful appearance at LDI Las Vegas 2024. Partnering with ACT Entertainment, its exclusive distributor for North America and Canada, Robert Juliat LED lighting solutions that captured the attention of lighting professionals across the industry. Robert Juliat’s latest LED followspots took centre stage, offering solutions for venues of all sizes. Demonstrated on-site were the Sully 10.5-22.5° (115W LED) for smaller spaces, the Tristan 7-14.5° (825W LED) for mid-sized venues, and the Arthur LT 4-10° (800W LED) for large-scale applications. The Tristan followspot proved to be a success among visitors. A highlight of this model is its motorised…
Martin Audio’s loudspeakers were tasked with sounding out Bismil ki Mehfil (Mohd Asif). His recent concert outdoors at Delhi Technological University (DTU) was a showcase of Sufi fusion music. Having been studying since the age of five under the tutelage of maestros from the Moradabad and Delhi gharanas, he captivated an audience of between 7,000-8,000 people with soulful renditions, including his hit single Tere Binaand his popular cover of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s Kali Kali Zulfon Ke Phande. Capturing the concert’s energy required Martin Audio’s WPL line array. The PA design comprised eight WPL per side (left and right) with…
TiMax will showcase the recently launched TiMax panLab on stand 7A300 at ISE 2025. For the first time since its launch, the macOS application will be available for hands-on demonstration to a Europe-wide audience. TiMax panLab is the first major product release since both TiMax and panLab joined the Focusrite stable. Free to download from the TiMax website, TiMax panLab packs a feature set to enable the simple and intuitive creation of spatialised audio designs in both entry-level and large-scale systems. Adding 3D rendering capabilities to QLab, alongside a wide range of mixing consoles and system processors and now for…
Fred again…’s team trusts Britannia Row Productions to be part of his live evolution. His lofty ambition to connect with fans has worked in every venue size. Originally, audio rental was a mere two radio mics, offered by Clair Global’s Stuart Gilmore after he heard ‘Marea (we’ve lost dancing) on the radio. He said: “When I was in a sales role, I always started conversations with the teams working with artists I was a fan off, and that’s how I came across them. We soon secured a small hire package before it grew quite rapidly into what it is today.”…
Showlight has announced the first of its speakers who will present Papers in May 2025. The selection draws from a mixture of lighting disciplines covering site-specific installations, mixed lighting challenges, product innovation and circus spectaculars with speakers, new and familiar, travelling to Dijon to be part of at this exceptional networking quadrennial. The lineup includes: The Magic of Cirque du Soleil where Mikki Kunttu will explain how he turns magic into reality as the lighting & set designer and programmer for a number of spectacular Cirque du Soleil shows. The Power of Light where Anne Militello will examine how lighting techniques used…
Production Futures to stage its first central London event at iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Production Futures exists to create opportunities for young people to learn, train, network and develop real careers in production across every area of the live event, music, touring, theatre, TV, broadcast and film industries. The organisation’s next ON TOUR event will take place at the Roundhouse, London, on Tuesday 4 March 2025. The free-of-charge event will promote employability, transferable skills, diversity, free training and networking, and will present paid work opportunities to newcomers across the live event and broadcast production industry. Visitors to…
zactrack has announced Stage Tech as its new distribution partner for Argentina and Uruguay, effective 1 December 2024. With demand for advanced tracking technology in Latin America, zactrack has extended its presence in the region with this new partnership. Stage Tech brings zactrack’s products, services, and support to the vibrant markets of Argentina and Uruguay offering local industry professionals access to tools for creative design and production. This collaboration will empower creators to integrate lighting, audio and video systems opening new possibilities for immersive and innovative show concepts. The addition of Stage Tech to the global network underscores zactrack’s continued…
22live has been appointed exclusive distributor for KLVR in the UK. Following 22live’s launch in January 2023 the company has had a keen eye out for niche products that it can endorse and get behind. KLVR is a brand new manufacturer based in Scandinavia that launches with its new charger solution the KLVR (Klever) Charger Pro. This 1U rack-mounted charger supports up to 48 AA or AAA batteries, enabling operation of wireless microphones, in-ear monitors, and more. Featuring 1.5V Li-Ion batteries with 30% higher capacity than standard rechargeables and up to 1200 charge cycles, it provides reliable, consistent power for…
Follow-Me will present two of its latest products to the US market at LDI 2024. Follow-Me offers flexible tracking solutions that scale with the size of the show. Its Follow-Me 3D and Follow-Me Track-iT technologies allow users to merge and integrate with any lighting console, video, sound and automation system on the market. The Follow-Me system is independent from any fixture manufacturer and can control any lighting fixture that can pan and tilt. Fixtures can be used not only as follow spots, but also as general lighting and effects, while multiple fixtures can be allocated per performer using a single…
ACT Entertainment has announced Philip Norfolk, Sales Director of Ambersphere, and Brian Dowd, Designer Relationship Manager of Ayrton, will be stepping into new Strategic Partnership roles as, respectively, Director and Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for ACT Entertainment. “The goal of these newly-created positions is to ensure legendary service when a partner interacts with any segment of ACT Entertainment and to bring knowledge of our brands and our company to the people who matter to us,” said Ben Saltzman, CEO of ACT Entertainment. “ACT is unique, and the industries we serve are exceptional: They’re populated by key individuals and companies…
ETC adds a fixture to its automated lighting solutions with the new Zeo. This multi-functional moving light can be a blinder, strobe, wash, beam, or effect light. Zeo’s look is defined by its centre LED monolith surrounded by four RGBW LEDs and a patented reflector array. “The design potential Zeo brings to the stage goes beyond its sheer brightness,” Automated Lighting Product Manager Matt Stoner said. “The square face design, highlighted by our patented HaloGraphic Pixel Definition technology, gives this fixture an abundance of unique looks, readily accessible with tons of included macros.” Users can throw the light wherever it’s…
Audinate Group, the developer of the professional AV-industry-leading Dante AV-over-IP solution has announced the availability of an update to Dante Controller, the update provides a modern look to match the power of the underlying functionality. Audinate integrated feedback from the enthusiastic community of Dante users to create this update. The open routing matrix and entirely new graphic design make it more pleasing for users who spend their valuable time with the application. “This release addresses the most commonly requested feature of Dante Controller – that it can’t easily be used in a dimly lit room,” said Laurence Crew, Senior Product…
Astera introduces QuikSpot, a battery-powered LED lighting fixture designed to meet the demands of fast-paced environments in big events and media productions. This luminaire combines ease of use, accurate performance, and rapid setup for professionals who value efficient and versatile solutions in a compact format. The QuikSpot fixture, a zoomable single-source spotlight, draws inspiration from the efficient workflow and convenient housing of Astera’s AX5 PAR light while taking advantage of the optical quality of Titan LED Engine’s PlutoFresnel. The whole design in QuikSpot is optimised to save time and effort when both prepping and operating the product, making it an…
Riedel Communications announced a change in leadership for its Product Division. As of Jan 1, 2025, Jan Eveleens will assume the role of CEO of the Product Division, succeeding Rik Hoerée, who has decided to step back from his position after over a decade of dedicated service with Riedel. “Rik has been an integral part of the Riedel family since 2012, playing a vital role in shaping the company’s growth and success,” said Thomas Riedel, founder and CEO of the Riedel Group. “While we’re sad to see him go, we’re grateful that he will continue to support us throughout the…
