Geezers of Gear

EPISODE #635

Steven "Creech" Anderson is a key figure in the live music production industry and a core member of the team at Premier Global Production (PGP), a lighting and staging company based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Known across the industry simply as "Creech," he has spent years supporting major arena and stadium tours. As a key contact and leader at PGP, Creech plays an integral role in facilitating lighting systems, venue logistics, and concert production setups for premier touring acts.

Throughout his career in live event production, Creech has built strong partnerships with artists, tour managers, and international production vendors. Beyond his work on major tours, he has been involved with key operational developments at PGP, including facility expansions and the rollout of Camp PGP—a turnkey live streaming and rehearsal production soundstage at the company's Nashville headquarters.

This episode is brought to you by ETC and Main Light

LEADING LADIES EPISODE 28

Anne Militello shares her incredible journey through the lighting industry, from underground clubs to Broadway and international projects. Discover her insights on the science of light, her creative process, and advice for aspiring designers.

This episode is sponsored by Lightwsitch

EPISODE: 364

Welcome to our ultimate guide to LDI 2026.Today, we're unlocking the best-kept secrets of the LDI website, from booking hands-on control network training to scoring a ticket to the exclusive Dining with Dinosaurs dinner, where the industry's living legends pass down fifty years of rock-and-roll touring wisdom.Whether you're a young professional under twenty-five looking for a break, or a veteran programmer looking for a challenge, this is your master plan for Las Vegas.

Let's dive in.

EPISODE 67

We break down Pangolin’s redesigned Unity Elite PRO series, from the Elite 60 PRO’s major weight and power reductions to its impressive red output, tight beam divergence, and integrated FB4 control. Plus, we cover the practical upgrades crew members will appreciate, including yoke angle reference markings and full IP65 weatherproofing for demanding tours and festivals.

EPISODE 67

We break down how a historic riverfront festival pulled off a jaw-dropping spectacle: fireworks launched from barges and a bridge, synced to live radio, and timed with hundreds of drones over the Ohio River. From GPS anchoring and SMPTE timecode to FAA clearances and safety zones, it’s a look at the production complexity behind a modern outdoor show.

EPISODE 66

ETC’s latest Hog HPU Plus packs full console power into a 2U rack unit, delivering headless operation, DMX processing, and support for 64 universes. The episode also covers its ruggedized rear-panel IO, legacy support for original HPU units, and ETC’s five-year warranty commitment.

Robert A. Roth, Vice President of Live Events at 4Wall Entertainment and Founder of Eccentric Design, continues to shape live event production with the inventive streak that launched his career nearly six decades ago. A rare triple threat, Roth seamlessly bridges business, design, and technology to navigate complex productions from every angle, overseeing strategy for major stadium tours, broadcast productions, and corporate events

Across his career, Roth has been a creative visionary for globally recognized artists, including Eagles, Billy Joel, Metallica, Justin Bieber, Eric Church, Bad Bunny, The Jacksons, and Ozzy Osbourne, as well as “The Trilogy Tour” featuring Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, and Ricky Martin.

His journey started at just 14 in Athens, Georgia, where he created his first projection performance, “The Aurora Lite Show.” Choosing the road over Georgia Tech, he found mentorship from industry veterans like Lynyrd Skynyrd’s original road manager and founded R.A. Roth, Inc. in 1975. A major milestone came in the early 1980s with his lighting design for The Jacksons’ “Victory Tour,” elevating his work globally. Always innovating, he integrated early CAD systems into his workflow through ventures like Source Point Design.

Roth later joined Production Resource Group (PRG) in 1997 as Vice President, spent 15 years as a Sales Executive at Christie Lites, and eventually transitioned to 4Wall Entertainment. His diverse portfolio also spans television, festivals, Tyler Perry's stage tours, and historic political events, including Barack Obama’s 2008 election night broadcast.

A dedicated mentor, Roth remains driven by one core philosophy: stay curious, stay committed, and make it work.

Robert A. Roth is a veteran executive, designer, and entrepreneur in live event production and lighting design with a career spanning nearly six decades. Known for bridging creative design, business strategy, and technological innovation, he has designed and managed lighting systems for major stadium tours, television broadcasts, historic political events, and corporate productions.

EPISODE 27LEADING LADIES PodcastTee-Cee Bailey shares her extensive experience in the music touring industry, her journey with Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, and insights into the evolving nature of touring, work-life balance, and mental health support.Tee-Cee shares her extensive experience in the music touring industry, emphasizing the importance of human connection, evolving technology, and supporting the next generation of industry professionals.This episode highlights the human element behind the scenes and the power of music to unite and inspire.

EPISODE 65On the occasion of the Nuit Blanche, our GigaPix boats boarded the famous float of the Pari Roller & Mobilités Association to accompany this great night hike in the heart of the capital.Two GigaPix and two Lonestar Prime cars punctuated the route and accompanied the participants through the streets of Paris.Every Friday evening, Pari Roller & Mobilités organizes a free ride, open to all and supervised by volunteers: a great way to discover Paris in a different way... on wheels!We break down how weather-resistant, high-output fixtures can thrive on a moving parade float during Nuit Blanche in Paris. The conversation covers IP54 protection, Integrated Fresnel optics, RGBL color mixing, and wireless DMX control for mobile lighting rigs.

Episode 361

From selling homemade fog fluid out of the trunk of a 1993 Buick LeSabre at just 18 years old to building one of the live entertainment industry’s leading atmospheric effects companies, Vince Camerano’s story is anything but ordinary.As founder and CEO of **Master FX**, Vince has spent more than 15 years turning a lifelong obsession with Halloween, haunted attractions, and special effects into a USA-based manufacturer of professional fog, haze, low-lying fog, snow, and atmospheric effects equipment and fluids used across concerts, theatre, theme parks, and major live events.

What started as *Master Fog* grew through curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to solve problems others couldn't. Vince recognized early that production professionals needed cleaner, more reliable fluids and equipment that could protect expensive lighting and production gear — and built Master FX around that philosophy.But Vince’s story is about more than gear. He’s a believer in relationships, adaptability, patience, innovation, and simply being nice.

He also shares those lessons as host of **Beyond the Limelight**, where he talks with leaders from across the entertainment industry.From the trunk of a Buick to Super Bowl productions, Vince Camerano is a great example of what can happen when passion meets persistence.