We're excited to have Thomas O’Keefe, a seasoned Tour Manager with a long, successful career in the music industry. Thomas began his career in the late 1980s as a bass guitarist for the punk rock band ANTiSEEN. After 6 albums and tours in the US and Europe, he switched careers to become a tour manager in 1996. He has worked with notable artists like Sia, Vince Gill, Train, Mandy Moore, Third Eye Blind, and Weezer, and traveled to over 50 countries. Beyond touring, Thomas is an author, educator, speaker, and a mentor in the music business, currently working on his 2nd book and preparing for Weezer's Blue Album 30th anniversary tour.

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Hosted by Nikki Sanz, Founder & CEO of Giggs, the professional career platform for the live event industry, this podcast dives deep into the world of touring and live events to share the good, the bad, the ugly, and the unbelievable moments of gigging life, along with invaluable lessons learned on the road.

We’re here to fill the gap in content about what it truly takes to work on the road. Our episodes will explore every discipline within the live event industry, showcasing big wins, hard-learned lessons, and everything in between. We honor the pioneers of this industry, offering invaluable insights from the older generations who shaped modern touring.

Whether you’re an aspiring tour manager, a seasoned backline tech, or just passionate about the live event scene, this podcast is for you. Join us as we take you behind the scenes to explore the highs and lows of gigging life.

Find your next Gigg: https://www.giggs.live/

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Host: Nikki Sanz
Producer: Annabelle Wiedower