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I've been around music and film my whole life, and love watching and reading about all of the action backstage and behind the scenes.

From the independent film producer who has to make his or her day despite inclement weather, to the guitar tech changing the umpteenth set of strings on the bus at 2 AM, I'm fascinated by these people and their stories.

If you've ever wondered who some of those people are in the long list of credits at the end of a movie and how they got there, or who those sweaty folks in black T-shirts are doing on-stage before a concert or what the hell a record producer actually does, then this podcast is for you.
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Feb 8, 2021

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Jake Nelson is a Tour Manager currently based in Brooklyn, NY.

Raised in a creative community, Jake has always found a love for supporting the arts. He’s a strong advocate for the freedom of expression and holds himself to a high standard of reliability.

Since graduating from Emerson College with a BA in Marketing & Media Production, Jake has honed his skills as a project manager. He loves to work in creative teams, delegating and bouncing ideas around to accomplish effective results. He loves to build immersive experiences, often putting artists and projects on tour – sharing their work with the world on an intimate level.

Jake has worked with artists and brands ranging from GRAMMY winners to start-ups. By doing so, he strives to support the freedom of expression at all levels, to ultimately feed the same community that raised him.

Today’s episode is sponsored by Lensrentals. Use the code ROADIE15 for a 15% discount when you check out.

Special Mentions:

Jake Nelson

The Farmlink Project

Slim Band – Can’t Find My Way HomeSave Music Venues

No Roadies, No Rock n Roll Magnets

Hard to Handle: The Life and Death of the Black Crowes--A Memoir – Steve Gorman

Right Place, Right Time: The Life of a Rock & Roll Photographer – Bob Gruen

Tour Supply GoFundMe

Tour Health Research Initiative,

ROADIE: My Documentary (TJ Hoffman film)

Loud: A Life In Rock ‘N Roll by the World’s First Female Roadie. By Tana Douglas,

The Last Seat in the House: The Story of Hanley Sound,

The Power of Podcasting Panel at NAMM,

Soundgirls,

Roswell Pro Audio Mini K87

Filming Great Concert Footage

Roadie Short Film

Roadie: A True Story (at least the parts I remember)