Explore every episode of the podcast Life Is A Tour
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empowering Artists: Preserving Cultural Legacy Through Financial Literacy with Nate Cameron Jr. | 10 Jan 2025 | 00:43:14 | |
In this episode of Life Is A Tour, Alex Bass chats with Grammy-nominated producer, artist manager, and cultural advocate Nate Cameron Jr. Nate shares his music industry journey, advocating for marginalized communities, and the importance of financial literacy for young artists. He also discusses his work with the Trombone Shorty Foundation, helping the next generation succeed through mentorship and collaboration. | |||
| Conducting the Show: Cue to Cue with Brittany Barnett | 20 Dec 2024 | 00:46:47 | |
In this episode of Life Is A Tour, host Alex Bass chats with Brittany Barnett, a trailblazer in live event production. Brittany shares her journey from an unconventional start to leading projects like Super Bowl Live and the Grammys Independent Celebration. She opens up about navigating challenges as a Black woman in the industry, mentorship, career pivots, and breaking into roles like show calling. Don’t miss her advice and insights into creating space for diversity in live events! | |||
| The Art of Production Design: Building a Creative Visions from Scratch with Charles Ford | 06 Dec 2024 | 00:41:47 | |
In this episode of Life Is A Tour, Alex Bass talks with Charles Ford of Vue Show Design Group. Charles shares how he turned a childhood passion for stage design into a career crafting stunning productions. They explore creativity, diversity, mentorship, and pushing boundaries in production design. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! | |||
| Lighting the Way: Redefining the Standards in Live Event Production with Erica D. Hayes | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:34:45 | |
On this episode of Life Is A Tour, host Alex Bass chats with Erica D. Hayes, a lighting designer with 17+ years of experience, including tours with Fantasia and Jason Derulo and work on HBO's Westworld. Erica opens up about being a Black woman in entertainment, balancing motherhood, advocating for fairness, and building strong industry relationships. She shares advice for aspiring designers, highlighting the power of asking for opportunities and embracing growth. | |||
| Tour Management & Adaptability: Balancing Career and Life on the Road with Giovanni Vargas | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:42:28 | |
Join Alex Bass and special guest, Giovanni Vargas, as they dive into his incredible journey through the music industry. From guerrilla street marketing to managing tours for legends like Lil Wayne & The Rolling Stones. In this episode, Gio shares invaluable insights around his strategies for success, the evolving industry landscape, and balancing life on the road. | |||
| The Importance of Organizational Boards and the Impact of Music Education with Ashley Shabankareh | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:33:01 | |
In this episode of Life Is A Tour, host Alex Bass talks with Ashley Shabankareh, a music professional dedicated to uplifting BIPOC voices. Ashley discusses her work with the Trombone Shorty Foundation, teaching roles, leadership in music organizations, and the importance of diverse representation on music organization boards. The episode explores DEI challenges in the industry, Arabic music education, and advice for aspiring music industry professionals. | |||
| LIAT Intro | 06 Oct 2024 | 00:01:10 | |
In this quick introduction, we’re laying the foundation for what Life Is A Tour is all about. Join me, Alex Bass, as I discuss the inspiration behind this podcast. | |||