#TourManagement

2024-01-03

It’s been a frantic few weeks pulling everything together for the MENTORS tour, with complete line-ups only secured as the New Year ticked into being. An exhausting endeavour, although I’m never one to back away from such challenge.

Given timing and circumstance, I knew this wouldn’t be an easy ride. Cancellations and complaints forced swift rescheduling, and inclement weather was always a concern. Despite these obstructions, the true test lies on the road ahead.

There’s always doubt and trepidation when organising tours, especially this close to the start of the year. Post-festive fatigue ails the gig-goer, and ticket sales have been likewise sluggish. Although we anticipate plenty of on-the-door custom, merch sales will be especially welcome!

Despite the sleepless nights and passionate panic, I’m happy to say it’s happening. With no small thanks to those who’ve helped arrange the tour, spread the word, and suggest suitable support acts. There’s a learning curve in all that matters, and I’m willing to work through the woes with the best of tutelage.

Most of the band are already in the country, and tomorrow morning I’m off to the airport to pick up the last before arcing into Hackney. Last chance to get some solid shuteye tonight, to prepare for a week of madness and merry mayhem with the Kings of Sleaze!

https://heathenstorm.com/2024/01/03/under-the-hood/

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2023-08-03

The Chthonic Odio European tour has concluded, culminating in a pair of passionate performances at Reaper Festival in Derby. Thirty-five dates in fourteen countries over six weeks, with the final UK stretch booked and managed by myself. Ably assisted by promoters and venues up and down the country, and many superb supports.

This tour was my greatest endeavour so far, and there was much trepidation. Naysayers nagged as they always do, eager to tear down potential than support possibility. Scoffing that I’d overstretched with unearned experience, that it would all fall apart in disaster.

It didn’t.

Of course there were challenges on the road. Heightened tempers and harsh words. Unknown Unknowns cropping up at inconvenient times. Issues and setbacks communicated and resolved through quick thinking and flexibility, with valuable lessons learned for the next tour.

It was an absolute pleasure to work with two laid-back yet professional international acts. Veterans of the road, they appreciated my relaxed competence, reliability, and an enriched itinerary that covered more than just getting from show to show. My efforts were thanked many times along the way, and I am glad I could make them all feel welcome.

The bandmembers are safely en-route to their homelands, if not there already, and I think back on the tour with humility and gratitude. Thankful for both bands’ willingness to work with me on this, and to share their own experiences and advice. Although some turn-outs were low, those who made the effort were treated to an evening of fine music and memorable mayhem.

An alchemist once told me not to believe in hope. That all we are responsible for is the consequence of our actions. But sometimes we need to take a chance, to leap into the void of unknowing and see where we land. It is in these acts of doing that we find ourselves tested, and perhaps become better through the process.

There will be further tours under the HeathenStorm Productions banner.

No apologies.

https://heathenstorm.com/2023/08/03/end-of-the-tour/

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2023-05-11



FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Cancels European Tour Dates Due To Higher Post-Pandemic Costs
Arizona thrash metal veterans FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have been forced to cancel their previously announced European tour dates. Earlier today, FLOTSAM AND JETSAM released the following statement via social media: "It is with ...

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Flotsam and Jetsam has canceled their upcoming European tour due to higher post-pandemic costs. The Arizona-based thrash metal band were due to kick off the tour on July 30 in the Czech Republic, but will now be replaced by a special VIP show on August 6 in Mnchen, Germany. Flotsam and Jetsam lead vocalist Eric A.K. commented: "Due to the increase of costs and long travel times, we have decided to cancel the entire European tour. We are disappointed that we won't be bringing our live show to Europe this summer, but look forward to returning as soon as it's safe." All ticket holders will be refunded in full.

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