The Rep Shift

Chris Lowe & Tom Brain
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The Rep Shift

A podcast about the live music industry. Join Chris Lowe and Tom Brain as they dive into the world of live shows and the touring industry. They'll be joined by guests including promoters, reps, tour managers and agents to discuss the weird and wonderful ongoings of life in the live industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    S3 Ep 4 - Graeme Calls Time

    Graeme Nash has been a full time rep since 2004 - He’s been to most venues in the country, worked with an incredible roster of bands but sometimes on a rep shift there is nothing you can do other than call time and make your way back to the premier inn. Graeme takes us through his brilliant backstage career in live music.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min

  2. FEB 19

    S3 Ep 3 - Riley and the Climbing Enthusiast

    It’s a big moment for the Podcast, as Chris and Jacko are going across the pond to speak with Riley Difford of Boulevard Carroll.  Riley started off in publishing then as a freelance backline tech and driver for various bands across the states for acts like Ghost, King Krule, Mura Masa, and many more… The last 5 years Riley Stepped up into managing DBM Pro Audio / Jim Flynn Rentals.  Riley then returned to live production roles and took on Tour Managing Various Indie bands across the USA and successfully tour / production managing Sammy Rae & The Friends for the past 2 years. Organising all logistics and booking while advancing over 500 shows / festivals internationally delivering sold out shows across the globe for 5000 cap rooms but nothing can prepare him for what happens one night in LA at The Fonda Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min

  3. FEB 12

    S3 Ep 2 - It's just not your day Caitlin

    On this weeks episode we welcome Caitlin Ford to The Rep Shift, having shifted plans of becoming a doctor to running events at the legendary night club World HQ in Newcastle, to being part of some of the biggest festival event crews across the world. What Caitlin has achieved in such a short period is remarkable even if she gets it wrong from time to time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min

  4. FEB 5

    S3 Ep 1 - Adam Turns Up The Heat

    Tom is off travelling the world this season but I have found new co-host for the next run of shows and am so thrilled to be joined by Mr Jacko Hooper of The Folklore Rooms in Brighton. In our first episode of the season we’re joined by Adam Jones an AEG rep who talks us his journey from London’s Grassroots Music Venues to Arena Tours where he finds himself scrambling to turn up the heat on the biggest of stages.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

  5. 10/23/2024

    S2 Ep 10: Joe Black wants a Spotlight

    In a series of firsts, our season 2 finale has us welcoming our first artist and performer to the podcast! Self proclaimed cabaret reprobate, musician and former star of Ru Paul’s Drag Race joins us to talk about some (very!) memorable shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 13m

  6. 10/16/2024

    S2 Ep 9: Elliott’s Quick Getaway

    Elliott Andrews is a legend in the world of Tour Manager and Show Repping. Throughout his career he’s worked in some of the best venues in the world for some incredible artists. He’s seen and done it all, that is until a local crew member breaks an integral piece of equipment which sees Elliott making his getaway. Chris and Tom would be on that very same train. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min

  7. 10/09/2024

    S2 Ep 8: Hollie and The Quick Change

    On this weeks episode we’re joined by Production Coordinator Hollie Doherty. Hollie has worked with some of the biggest touring artists in the world alongside working backstage at multiple festivals whilst setting up her own company Postcard Touring.  With a few bumps in the road along Hollie has a goal to become one of the best tour managers around and we wouldn’t bet against her. We dive into her career so far and what keeps her motivated when most of us would have headed for the exit door.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m

  8. 10/02/2024

    S2 Ep 7: Paul Talks Mental Health

    On this weeks episode of The Rep Shift previous venue manager at the legendary Gorilla in Manchester now studying to become a Mental Health Nurse - Paul Edwards talks about the joys and stresses of running a prestigious music venue, starting his career doing merch for The Front Bottoms and why talking about your mental health is the most important thing when working in the music industry.  If anyone needs to speak with music industry professionals about their mental health and wellbeing please reach out to the Music Industry Therapist Collective  https://www.musicindustrytherapists.com/ who are doing fantastic work to support people in the music industry.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
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A podcast about the live music industry. Join Chris Lowe and Tom Brain as they dive into the world of live shows and the touring industry. They'll be joined by guests including promoters, reps, tour managers and agents to discuss the weird and wonderful ongoings of life in the live industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Chris Lowe & Tom Brain
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Lowe & Tom Brain
  • Show Website
    The Rep Shift

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