February 2011
122 posts
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Lesson #16: Edumahcation... Stay in School, Don't...
So we have had A TON of questions relation to “What degree will help me do this whole touring thing?” and “What classes would help me out?” and “I’m in High School, what can I do to be a head of the curve?” Here you go!
HIGH SCHOOL KIDS:
Check out your local community college for sound/ lighting program! In California, you can go to any city...
INFO TO GET PRESS PASSES FOR WARPED:
Here is a link to the official post
Here is the statement:
As we get many inquires for press and photo passes each year on Warped, we’ve laid out the criteria to be eligible for a press/photo pass to cover the the Vans Warped TourYou must meet the following requirements: - You MUST be on editorial assignment with an outlet (print, online, TV) that publishes music coverage - Myspace,...
January 2011
249 posts
heartless-lullaby asked: Figured since you girls have worked on Warped, you'd know.. I've heard a rumor that no bands are allowed to do Warped for 2 years straight (Ex. Band x was on Warped '09, so Band x cannot be on Warped '10) True or False? Why?
emilyjillian asked: I'm currently in school majoring in the music industry with a business concentration and photography minor. I'm wondering if it's really worth staying in school for, or if taking the time to get my name out there is a better way to get a job on tour.
Secondly, I stand at only 5' tall, and although I try to stay confident, I am incredibly scared that my stature...
Secondly, I stand at only 5' tall, and although I try to stay confident, I am incredibly scared that my stature...
brokenfragilethings asked: Since you are their tour moms on tour, do you get to meet their real moms and family ever? How do they feel about you guys, are they glad they have someone to tell their sons when they can't they are acting like dumbasses?
Fearless Records Sampler featuring a new Go Radio... →
DO IT! FREE DOWNLOAD OF AWESOME BANDS? SICK!!!
(Do all yourselves a favor and just listen to Lucky Street, if it doesn’t give you chills… you have no soul!)
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"Do not, I REPEAT, DO NOT drink the blue drink"
-TMS
: We will be sharing some important information in... →
lofidelityinc:
Just to clear a FEW things up… we WILL not be needing any additional staff OR interns for Bamboozle 2011! We are specifically looking for Street Teamers who know our mission and are willing to help and hand out flyers, stickers, promo codes, etc. in exchange for FREE LoFi goodies!
We sincerely…
realtalklaura asked: Hey ladies,
I currently work at a local venue and I'm trying to learn the ins and outs of the business, build contacts, etc. Right now I'm talking with a co-worker about the money intake and expenses of a tour. Neither of us know much about how warped tour works. How does that compare to a club tour in the way of how much you make a day, and how heavy your daily expenses are? I...
I currently work at a local venue and I'm trying to learn the ins and outs of the business, build contacts, etc. Right now I'm talking with a co-worker about the money intake and expenses of a tour. Neither of us know much about how warped tour works. How does that compare to a club tour in the way of how much you make a day, and how heavy your daily expenses are? I...
dreamerbeliever- asked: Have you guys ever turned down a tour? if so, why?
tommeighanspepperonis asked: So, I'm not sure if you're the right people to ask, but I don't know who else to ask...
But suppose you're trying to send something backstage to the band, how would one go about doing that?
But suppose you're trying to send something backstage to the band, how would one go about doing that?
caities asked: While we're on the subject of height, I had another question. I was a sort of part time TM/ Merch for a local band for a while before they broke up (I would go on the road with them whenever possible, but I was in school so there were times I just couldn't go). I'm also 5' 4" and 18 years old. While I tried my absolute best to get my job done, there were times when guys at...
girlintheradiowaves asked: What do tour moms do when they're bored? Anything different than from when the average person is bored?
-summergirl asked: You guys always mention you can spot a Lot Lizard or an obsessive fangirl from miles away. How do you tell those from just excited fans?
my-name-is-emma-deactivated2011 asked: I'm not sure if you girls are the right people to ask, but...Bands on tour. If they're a small band playing small venues...What do they actually do all day? I mean, obviously, you have to get to the venue at a certain time, but if you're traveling a short distance, say, a couple hours, how do they occupy themselves? I'm sorry if this is a silly question.
hashtagblown asked: I don't want this to come off crude but do women on tour end up picking up guys? from bars after shows and etc?
Megan Picturetaker Tumbls: PropertyOfZack... →
meganpicturetaker:
Awesome article with my favorite touring mommy!
propertyofzack:
PropertyOfZack is extremely excited be to be launching our second Contributor Blog today with Jenn Enders. Jenn, who is Ace Ender’s wife, has an extremely interesting and very unique point of view on the industry that not…
amandaxrae:
the rest of the NEW Vans Girls Spring line drops Tuesday 2/1 are we excited?
“When you name drop people wont remember your name”
– themerchdude (via themerchdude)
Probably the truest thing I’ve ever read.
Don't believe everything you read on the internet....
Truth.
brittvero asked: This is a completely hypothetical situation but I have a feeling this could happen...
What should you do if you are a blogger/photographer/etc, and you meet a member of a band and exchange numbers on a what you believe to be a business level exchange, but later that night you get a text asking for nudes? What would be a polite way to be all "WTF" but at the same time keep...
What should you do if you are a blogger/photographer/etc, and you meet a member of a band and exchange numbers on a what you believe to be a business level exchange, but later that night you get a text asking for nudes? What would be a polite way to be all "WTF" but at the same time keep...
beautynthebreakdown asked: Have you ladies ever taken your Tour Mom duties out of the country?
if not, Where would you like to go?
if not, Where would you like to go?
weekenderoffender asked: So this probably isn't going to mean much to you guys, but I just wanted to say that I have so much respect for all of you. You've worked hard to get where you are today, and you're all so nice to everyone even though I'm sure you've encountered hundreds of horribly bitchy groupies and jealous fans.
And you don't brag about how awesome your jobs are,...
And you don't brag about how awesome your jobs are,...
funsizedmedia asked: I noticed that a lot of people are still asking how to get a press/photo pass to WT, so I thought I'd share how I got one.
Warped was the first show I shot... ever. I had a pass with no previous experience. Maybe I just got lucky? I don't know. Anyway.
I started up my own blog. Had a couple of posts, got some followers, a local charity helped me get my name out a...
Warped was the first show I shot... ever. I had a pass with no previous experience. Maybe I just got lucky? I don't know. Anyway.
I started up my own blog. Had a couple of posts, got some followers, a local charity helped me get my name out a...
mysyntheticmaze asked: What's your biggest pet peeve on tour? What are some things you'd put a stop to if you could?
The GREATER you are the LESS you have to PROVE:... →
More amazing advice from…
themerchdude:
I assume if you work on the road you have all those frequent flier memberships for every hotel chain and airlines (if you dont you should helps you out tons) early check in late check outs, free breakfast, upgrades and even a free room for every X amount of nights (helps out those bands that are…
"If you try to ice your tour mom, the searing pain...
-TMS (coughWhiskeyHandsCough)
Production Internship Opportunity!
We are the kids is offering a special opportunity for our followers. A friend of the site has reached out to offer an internship opportunity on their upcoming tour.They will be embarking on a month long tour in March and are looking for two to three people per city to help with street team type jobs in advance of the date and then helping the touring production on the show day. The people...
lextravels asked: I love reading this blog because I got the "tour mom" title from my friends' band a couple of years ago, even though I'm not employed in the touring world at all. I still, however, was the person who talked them out of doing stupid shit, bandaged blistered hands, and got the 3am "omg the bus left me!!!" and "help, I have hives all over my body and I don't...
So our darling friends in Breathe Carolina are...
Breathe Carolina Live Check it!!!!
quiettemperament asked: I suppose this applies more to Megan, but you ladies will have seen your fair share of tour photographers. Is it more difficult to do your job if you are rather short? I know you are all fairly tall, but I am wondering if my height will hinder me.
Someone asked this question: Is there any street...
(I dont want to put anyone on the spot for asking a question but here you go)
1) Its all based on your personal preference of music! If you really love metal/ hardcore go for the Rise Records/ Metal Blade route but if you really love Pop check out Fearless!
2) It’s what you make out of your street team job that will get your foot in the door. Street Team is not an easy job any given show...
inartistruth-deactivated2012030 asked: So, I've been helping bands navigate the local scene for quite a few years but for some reason at least one guy in each band will like me. How can I keep this from happening because it always makes me feel like I am losing creditability. And so far everything I have tried just ruins my relationship with the bands, or causes a rift in the bands.
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what we deal when local production is high (video)
themerchdude:
Made this video from quotes and experiences me, fellow merchies and crew guys go thru, yes all this shit does happen!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQaqh7t77ZA
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jroemsley-deactivated20110627 asked: so I read what you said about wearing the bands merch to their shows, but what about wearing a shirt/hoodie of a band that isnt even on that tour? When I see people wearing other bands shirts I feel they are confused about where they are.
missyaya asked: So do any of you tour moms plan or hope to one day become a tour wife? Or once you retire from touring this will be it cased closed?
kateyvstheworld-deactivated2011 asked: Is it possible to maintain a job at home when you're touring?
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Lesson#15: The Double Standard... srsly
This blog is based solely on our experiences and opinions. We usually try to keep this blog as humorous and lighthearted as possible. This one’s pretty serious guys, but it addresses some important questions you’ve had. Don’t hate, we love you!
We’ve been getting lots of mail about the double standard in the industry. It’s okay for boys to sleep around, while girls...
Tyler "TELLE" Smith: My current medical condition... →
Think good thoughts for our friend Telle from The Word Alive! Get well soon kiddo, and take care of yourself!
telle:
So despite doing everything in my power and not having been sick the majority of this past year, I started feeling pretty rough a few days ago. You’ve all heard about my friend Josh from WCAR going into the ICU and 4 members of Texas In July were also hospitalized this tour. It’s...
If you sleep with a band dude that you just met,...
-TMS
stay-spontaneous asked: I went to a show the other night where I saw the same merch girl from a different show in a different city.. my friend replies "what a groupie" and I immediately jumped down her throat and repeated everything I read on this site. Thought I would share :)