Eschewing the fun-filled effects of previous outings, Stereophonics latest tour draws on over 20 years of musical success, delivering a show that growls with crowd-pleasing rock ‘n’ roll confidence. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/60 Photos: Andrew Benge & TPi www.andybenge.com www.stereophonics.com www.capital-sound.co.uk www.negearth.com www.oglehog.com www.bpm-sfx.com www.ls-live.com www.kbevent.com www.phoenix-bussing.co.uk www.csuk.coach www.popcorncatering.com
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As the dust settles on yet another successful TPi Awards, Stew Hume sits down with the crew responsible for putting all the pieces together for the event. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/42 Photos: Tom Martin, George Harrison and TPi www.tmoose.co.uk www.tpiawards.com www.robe.cz www.hawthorn.biz www.pahire.com www.visualedge.media www.transitionvideo.com www.arkaos.net www.brianyeardley.com www.gldproductions.com www.3dsetco.com www.showtex.com www.sunbaba.co.uk
The melodic Manchester indie rock outfit made a welcome return to UK arenas alongside their latest release, The Best Of, and took in a sold out hometown show. This was perhaps made even more special by the opening act: a performance by male vocal powerhouse, John Grant. The tour was an undeniable success, as TPi discovered… https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/26 Photos: Andrew Benge, Aicha Thompson and TPi. www.elbow.co.uk www.johngrantmusic.com www.brytedesign.co.uk www.skanpa.co.uk www.ct-group.com www.lite-alternative.com www.popcorncatering.com stardes.uk www.vansforbands.co.uk www.ststouring.co.uk
For the second consecutive year, Daytime TPi served as a more relaxed counterpoint to the TPi Awards, offering a mixture of informal networking and timely panel discussions to precede the evening’s black tie ceremony. The 2018 edition of Daytime saw the venue change from Battersea Evolution, where the awards are also held, to the nearby Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel & Spa. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr www.psa.org.uk www.backstage-academy.co.uk www.clockyourskills.com www.ukmusic.org www.adlib.co.uk www.musicsupport.org www.changedirection.org www.psa.org.uk mhfaengland.org www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk www.ukna.org
Irish technical production company PSI becomes the latest company to join the Adamson Systems Engineering network as a certified re-seller and rental partner, as appointed by Adamson’s UK distributor, The Warehouse. With offices in Belfast and Dublin, PSI specialises in all aspects of event lighting, rigging and training, and has recently added an audio department headed up by Adam Lee Collins, along with Audio Projects Manager, John Hesketh. Adam Lee Collins commented: “We looked at all of the leading brands of loudspeakers but felt that Adamson was the perfect fit for our new department. We see the brand growing steadily in the international market and…
To mirror the format shake up trailed on the 2017 edition of TV’s The X Factor; the show’s live tour also experimented with a few notable changes including more collaborations between artists, variation in the running order and increased audience participation. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/20 Photos: Tom Dymond www.itv.com/xfactor/live-shows www.sseaudiogroup.com/wigwam/home
Systems integrator OSA International recently deployed a complete Harman Professional Solutions audio system at Navy Pier in downtown Chicago. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier is one of the city’s biggest tourist attractions, both in popularity and size. As part of a comprehensive redevelopment of the entire Pier, management decided to install a permanent audio system for the newly-created Polk Bros Performance Lawns, a free outdoor concert space designed to host artists from Chicago’s vibrant local music scene, as well as occasional touring acts. Navy Pier has relied on Harman audio solutions for more than a decade, so when…
John Stadius, DiGiCo’s Technical Director, is all set for the release of Quantum 7 at the 2018 Prolight+Sound tradeshow in Frankfurt. The winner of many accolades for his services to pro audio, it’s his desire to create which keeps him busier than ever following a 40-year career… https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/82 www.digico.biz
It’s 2 minutes before show time. A sea of heads fills Glasgow’s Hydro, each one brimming with peak anticipation – ready to catch a glimpse of US pop-rockers, Imagine Dragons. This gig could easily have succumbed to Storm Emma, but no – it’s most definitely on. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/70 Photos: Mike Smith, www.michaelraymondsmith.com & TPi www.imaginedragonsmusic.com www.christielites.com www.uac.global www.sseaudiogroup.com www.sound-image.com www.ver.com www.stageco.com www.bpm-sfx.com www.stagetruck.com www.coachservice.com www.bittersweetcatering.co.uk www.hecargoworld.com
Following the release of the Best Of Feeder / Arrow album, the band announced a UK-wide tour complete with a striking show design and a healthy dose of nostalgia. TPi’s Stew Hume caught up with LD Bryan Leitch for Feeder’s Manchester Academy date to discuss his latest creation. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/24 www.feederweb.com www.mirrad.com www.coloursound.com
How did you initially get into the industry? “I was selling capital equipment in London in the early ‘90s as a green, 22-year-old northerner. The recession hit, nobody was building anything, and I knew I was on borrowed time. Along came the MD of a sister company, who persuaded me with 3 pints of Ruddles County that I would be better suited in the Midlands, sorting out asset finance for open cast coal miners in Scotland and the North who couldn’t pay for the £5m worth of huge excavators and dump trucks they needed. “So, I learned about leasing there…
The American 4-piece returned to the UK with their Last Young Renegade tour. With a focus on visual content and a stage show inspired by the band’s latest music videos, this was certainly a show any All Time Low fan would not want to miss. TPi’s Stew Hume reports. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/16 Photos: Joshua Halling www.alltimelow.com www.zigzaglighting.co.uk www.video-design.co.uk www.bpm-sfx.com
With his sights set on LD greatness, this 14-year-old lighting-protégé has already got several high profile events under his belt, as well as founding his own design company. TPi’s Stew Hume caught up with the teenage LD as he prepared for his latest show… https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpiapr18_digitallr/90 www.productionfutures.co.uk www.spiralstagelighting.wordpress.com
Fiona Bartlett is sad to announce the death of her husband, Barrington John Bartlett who died peacefully on Friday 30 March 2018. Many of you will have worked alongside Barry during his long career as a freelance sound engineer or will have been students of his on various live audio training courses and in particular in recent years as the Course Director of Britannia Row Productions Training. Relatives, friends, colleagues and students are invited to attend the funeral service On Monday 23rd April at 11.20 a.m. The service will be held at Mortlake Crematorium, Kew Meadow Path, Richmond TW9 4EN.…
Portuguese National Broadcaster RTP, in a joint effort with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), selected the combination Ampco Flashlight and local Portuguese partner Pixel Light as supplier for lighting, rigging and motion for the up coming Eurovision Song Contest in Lisbon, Portugal. The combination of Ampco Flashlight’s international experience and local Pixel Light’s professional knowledge proved a winning team for one of the most demanding and popular live TV shows in the world, with a live TV audience of over 200 million. Dennis van der Haagen, CCO/COO Ampco Flashlight Rental said: “For years we have been the supplier of motion…
International loudspeaker manufacturer CODA Audio is delighted to announce the launch of 3 new multi-purpose subwoofers. The CODA Audio U12 and U12i (a slimline wall-mounted version) and the U15 universal subwoofer. The new models have been developed to further enhance CODA Audio’s range of subwoofers and offer compact, efficient and cost-effective solutions for almost any application. Each model is designed with new, long excursion, ultra-low distortion 4 W woofers, incorporating state-of-the-art carbon fibre cones. This achieves maximum power and cost efficiency, used in combination with systems using LINUS5C DSP ampliers. U12 and its counterpart U12i are ultra-compact single 12-inch subs…
Meyer Sound has expanded the “Precision Toolset” accompanying its LEO Family line array systems, adding proprietary Low-Mid Beam Control for assuring uniform front-to-back coverage and improving workflow for maximum efficiency in time-critical touring applications. The “Precision Toolset” is implemented in the latest releases of Meyer Sound’s MAPP XT acoustical prediction program and Compass control software for the Galileo GALAXY network platform. Applicable to the entire LEO Family of loudspeakers — from the flagship LEO to the compact new LINA — the enhanced components help ensure an optimum audience experience using scalable systems. The new toolset integrates three key features that…
Richard Black has joined stage track and engineering specialist Triple E in a newly created Technical Sales and Marketing role. Previously the Projects Manager at Flint Hire and Supply, Black’s new job will utilise his 10 years’ experience in scenic construction and rigging with a focus on client relationships, training and marketing Triple E’s expanding portfolio. David Edelstein, Managing Director, said: “We’re delighted to have Richard on board. He’s familiar with our products and ambitions and fully equipped to communicate the company’s product solutions.” Black commented: “I’ve admired Triple E since I started working in this business. David wants people…
