Taking ADJ’s best-selling Jolt Series of multifunctional strobe/wash fixtures to the next level, the new Jolt Panel FXIP and Jolt Bar FXIP feature IP65-rated weatherproof casing designs that allow the fixtures to be used safely outdoors in any weather. Delivering lighting designers the creative potential of dazzlingly bright white strobe/blinder LEDs combined with zone-controllable RGB color mixing LEDs in the same versatile fixture, these new Jolt Series luminaires also offer a variety of other improvements and upgrades over the original models. Both fixtures feature a central strip of 5-Watt cool white SMD LEDs which are extremely bright and, when combined…
Author: Jacob Waite
Neg Earth Lights has considerably expanded its extensive EXE TECHNOLOGY fleet of hoists, making a substantial investment in an additional 56 EXE Rise 2000KG D8+ LVC (double fall) motors. The investment reportedly makes Neg Earth Lights the largest stockist of EXE TECHNOLOGY hoists in the UK, with over 1,100 EXE hoists across the range covering: 250, 500, 1000 and 2000KG units. The decision to strengthen its collaboration with EXE TECHNOLOGY underscores Neg’s dedication to fostering continuous investment and innovation in its Motors and Rigging department. This strategic investment comes at a pivotal time as the industry enters a busy touring…
Taking the UK album chart by storm as the youngest British female solo artist in almost a decade to reach number one, Maisie Peters’ recently turned to Clair Global for live sound reassurance during her career-defining 20-country campaign. For Production Manager Dave Glover, it’s Clair Global’s ability to offer a full-service relationship which secured the tour. “It’s all about a well-maintained inventory of equipment, backed by a team of world class engineers and warehouse staff who you can trust to deliver an audio package that perfectly fits the brief. Clair Global consistently delivers on that front.” “This album campaign has…
London-based Autograph Group has announced a significant investment in Meyer Sound equipment, prompted by the company’s work with award-winning sound designer Mick Potter on the forthcoming world tour of Les Misérables – The Arena Spectacular. The new Cameron Mackintosh production premieres at Belfast’s SSE Arena in mid-September before progressing to venues across Europe, with further international dates to be announced. Autograph and Potter both have close and lengthy associations with the many international productions and variants of Les Misérables while the latter’s preference for Meyer Sound products is well known. His specification of the California company’s latest line-array product, PANTHER, was the…
EFM Global recently marked the launch of its newly redesigned EFM.Global website. The online portal will showcase the logistics specialist’s success stories for some of the biggest entertainment, music, sports, and automotive events and shows, and highlighting many of our ground-breaking logistics solutions for some incredible challenges across the globe. Founded in 2000, EFM Global (EFM) has been one of the best-kept secrets in specialised global logistics. Providing award-winning freight forwarding by air, sea and land for some of the most discerning clients around the world. As your global logistics partner, EFM consults, plans and delivers your production, on time, every…
Doris Retfalvi, Product Marketing Manager at Disguise, sits down with TPi’s Jacob Waite – virtually – to share how the release of recent Disguise innovations like the VX 2+ media server is opening more doors for younger engineers and productions with a smaller budget to work with and delves into the evolving trend towards a more immersive experience in live events, likening it to a gradual ‘IMAX-ification’ of live events. Can you elaborate on the key features that differentiate the VX 2+ from its predecessors or competitors? “The video content demands of our user community are ever evolving, so as…
When it comes to touring acts, the performers on stage represent only a small portion of the team essential for its success. Behind the scenes, there’s a myriad of technical workers – from lighting and set designers to sound engineers, videographers, choreographers, and production managers – all of whom are artists. They rely on specialised software, equipment, and facilities to bring their creative visions to life. Until now, Nashville has lacked a purpose-built space tailored to the unique needs of these professionals. However, that’s about to change, thanks to the team behind Rock Lititz. Andrea Shirk, President and CEO of…
XPLOR at Production Park in West Yorkshire and Leeds based menswear brand MKI MIYUKI ZOKU have launched what is believed to be the first ever fashion campaign made in virtual production using AI generated locations. The fashion house MKI has partnered with XPLOR to launch their latest collection, using a series of stunning virtual environments portraying a sun-drenched marble quarry – all created in Yorkshire. The shoot took place in XPLOR’s virtual production studio at Production Park, with the team creating an imaginary Mediterranean backdrop using generative AI, which was displayed on a 12m by 4m LED volume (screen) made…
The devastating news of the passing of veteran stage, production, and tour manager, Joe Falcón, while on the NE-YO Champagne & Roses Tour, reverberated throughout the live entertainment and touring community. Surrounded by the love of his family and colleagues, Joe Falcón leaves behind a profound legacy that transcends borders. Falcón was a long-time resident of Azusa, CA. Born in Merced, California on 17 October 1967, the sixth of eight children born to Noe Falcón and Thomasa Santana Falcón. As an accomplished bass player, vocalist, and songwriter, Falcón travelled around the country with his family, La Familia Falcón, a musical…
South Wales hometown heroes Skindred over the years have become a staple within the UK alternative scene, with their energetic live show and the infectious personality of frontman Benji Webbe seeing them go from strength to strength. With such iconic moments during their shows including the now-famed Newport-Helicopter, which has seen crowds around the world swinging their shirts above their heads, a Skindred show is certainly not one you’re likely to forget in a hurry. Recently, this raucous cocktail of metal and reggae was brought to the iconic OVO Arena Wembley. One person that had Skindred on his radar for…
Having collaborated with Pinguini Tattici Nucleari during the band’s first stadium tour last year, Lorenzo De Pascalis and the wider team from Ombra were happy to jump back aboard with the Italian band. Their last stadium tour broke national records for the highest attendance number for a local act with 80,000 people coming along to their show in Reggio Emilia. “After such an achievement, we were excited to continue the band’s artistic journey and evolve the Fake News stadium tour into a full arena production,” stated De Pascalis, excitedly. With the band having what De Pascalis described as a “playful…
Previous winner of the Breakthrough Talent Awards at Production Futures, Elliot Baines has made strides both as the owner of Spiralstagelighting and as a Lighting Designer and Stage Designer over the years, and in 2024, the 20-year-old took on one of his largest projects to date, designing a show for Calum Scott’s recent headline show at Hammersmith’s Eventim Apollo. “I met Calum a few years ago, and since then we’ve travelled through over 38 countries together in a two-year period,” he began. Wanting to begin The Songbook So Far tour as a fresh start to highlight the chapters of Calum’s…
There’s a particular magic conjured in the harmonious energy of people who love working together, especially when there’s music at the heart of it. Midland at Islington Assembly Hall is one of those mellifluous things; a musical odyssey curated by the DJ, producer, and record label owner, held in a Grade II listed live music venue, and delivered with the support of a passionate team of creatives and technicians. Saturday 16 March saw the third edition of an event which first emerged in October 2021 as a light at the end of the constrained months that preceded it. The event…
Having started working for Enter Shikari as an SFX Operator in 2018, Lucy Harrison moved up the ranks, taking on the role of Lighting Designer. Having lit the band since 2022, she was more than prepared for the band’s A Kiss For The Whole World Tour. The Director of Pixeled Event Production had been a fan of the band for many years and this was very much a dream scenario for Harrison but not one without pressure, as for this cycle the band took on their largest London headline to date at the OVO Arena Wembley. However, despite the risk,…
Prior to the festival season kicking off in the UK, TPi turned its focus to Latin America to take a closer look at the production of Tecate Pa’l Norte – a festival that looks to redefine itself annually and create a unique experience for the hordes of music fans that descend on the site in Monterrey, Mexico. Founded by brothers Oscar and Jesús Flores from Apodaca Music Group back in 2012, the team has continued to grow year on year, but despite this exponential growth, the festival is still a family-run operation – much to the joy of long-time Production…
In a landscape where the journey from bedroom musician to arena headliner can happen seemingly overnight with the right viral hook, NE-YO stands as a beacon of multi-award-winning talent – delivering 100 minutes of unbridled showmanship backed by cutting-edge production. From electrifying choreography to captivating storytelling, every moment of the Champagne & Roses Tour is a testament to NE-YO’s artistry. With a setlist boasting 26 era-defining hits, the audience is taken on a journey through the evolution of modern, contemporary music. “We’re privileged to work with an artist like NE-YO, whose authenticity and genuine passion for performance shine through every…
After becoming the youngest British female solo artist to scoop a number-one album in almost a decade, Maisie Peters is among the leading voices in modern British pop music, from busking on the streets of Brighton through to supporting Ed Sheeran worldwide, and performing to a sold-out OVO Arena Wembley at the tail end of 2023. The singer recently embarked on yet another European tour, where TPi caught up with her production team at L’Olympia in Paris to delve into her growth as a 23-year-old artist and the broadening of her live output. Introducing TPi to the camp on the…
As the LED backwall lowered gently and the house lights dimmed, the guitar-clad figure of Merseyside-born singer-songwriter Rick Astley, backed by an impressive collection of vocalists and musicians, took to the stage at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena for the touring equivalent of a guard of honour on this final night of the run. Met with the usual chorus of screams and cheers, the evening was special for the those on and off stage, having successfully masterminded a series of shows across the UK and Ireland, and fundamentally answered the tour’s self-imposed question: Are we there yet? Production Manager, Tori Lucion…
