Radiohead stage collapses in Toronto, drum-tech killed

The drum technician for the alternative band Radiohead has died as a result of a collapse of the stage’s overhanging metal works. The incident occurred just as fans were arriving to the show, around 4 PM.

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The Concert Experience 2012

After plugging away at my Master’s studies at Full Sail University, I view live music events slightly differently than before, perhaps a little more analytically. For instance, I look at the show’s demographic, ticket prices, layout and overall experience. This past week I had the chance to see two very different shows, back to back. Two Door Cinema Club performed at The Beacham/Social on Monday and Bon Iver performed at Hard Rock: CityWalk on Tuesday.

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Coran Capshaw follow-up

If I was ever to embark on an entrepreneurial venture, I would want to reflect the work of Coran Capshaw. Throughout the program, I’ve learned how Capshaw has had a hand in many of the largely successful large-scale music festivals in the US. How does he do it? We can learn from his success and try to emulate his practices in our own business.

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The Capshaw Model

Coran Capshaw, the brains behind Red Light Management, Starr Hill Presents, MusicToday and Bonnaroo, single handedly changed the way fans discover events, buy tickets and experience live music. This new found link between fans and artists boosted overall event awareness.  "That direct interaction is unique," says Capshaw. "It's a bonding experience." The proof lies when in 2002, Capshaw, through MusicToday, sold out Bonnaroo in eleven days without mainstream marketing.

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Coachella 2012

This past weekend concluded the first of two weekends of The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Annual Festival or “Coachella” for short. This is the first year that the annual festival is offering two separate weekends boasting the same line-ups. Fans will be gathering this upcoming weekend, April 20-23, to Coachella: Part 2.

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Ultra Music Festival 2012

This past weekend, Bayfront Park in downtown Miami was engulfed in a sea of confetti, neon lights and endless dance music. The Ultra Music Festival, apart of Miami’s music week, featured 3-days worth of today’s top electronic music. Ultra Music Festival’s line-up boasted performers like Benny Benassi, Avicii, Armin van Buuren, David Guetta, Skrillex and many more.

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Modern Warfare 3: Collection #1 release

Today, Activision Publishing released the highly anticipated content add-on to the Call of Duty title Modern Warfare 3. In this first person shooter, the player controls their soldier through battlefields trying to complete various objectives while trying to stay alive.

The consumer qualm with TicketMaster.

In the realm of live event management, one of the necessary steps taken is to create and distribute tickets for each unique event. These tickets provide proof of purchase and admittance to the event. The tickets can be distributed at the venue box office, online or by phone.  Venue and promotion companies can also hire third party companies to sell and distribute their tickets. In some cases, the business comes to them.

Public Performance License: Stern but fair

I had the opportunity to listen to a variety of podcasts relevant to the music and entertainment industries. The podcast I found most relevant to live events was from Gordon P. Firemark, entertainment attorney residing in California. He represents artists, producers and directors in matters pertaining to their projects. The podcast is entitled Entertainment Law Update.

Live Event Liabilities!

In the world of live event management, no one is free of liability. Since these events play much upon the human element, anything and everything can go wrong.

EMI comes to Full Sail University

EMI representatives Bridget Unger & Joya Nemley came to Full Sail University to share insight on their experiences in the music industry and music publishing industry. Personally, I got the most out of Bridget's lecture on music licensing. Moreover, any music that you hear in the background of any media has to be licensed in order for proper usage to avoid copyright infringement.  

"What is the Re:Generation Music Project?"

Over the past 5 years, electronic music has seen a large growth in popularity. Artists’ like Skrillex, Pretty Lights and DJ Premier have become commonplace on iPods and devices around the world. Last month, Director Amir Bar-Lev held a press event promoting the Re:Generation Music Project, a film endeavor to hit theatres February 16^th.