Tales From The Pit Podcast

By Tales From The Pit Podcast

We bring you behind the lens with the creative people in the entertainment world.

We talk with creative people from all areas of Film and Music

Artist, Musicians, Tour Mana... more

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How many episodes does Tales From The Pit Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 92 episodes available.

Tales From The Pit Podcast episodes:

June 26, 2024 Jessie Norris Lighting Technician | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP93 Jessie Norris
We talk with Jessie Norris about her journey to becoming a Lighting Director in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
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Find Jessie:
@Jessdawg16
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
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WSCA Mixtape with Bonnie
https://wscafm.org
www.photographybybonnie.com
Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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1h 3min
June 19, 2024 Mitchell Levine Tour Promoter | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP92 Mitchell Levine
We talk with Mitchell Levine about his journey to becoming a Tour Promoter in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Mitchelle Levine, Over 20 years in the industry as a tm , promoter , travel agent and producer for acts like Celtic woman the pretty reckless Aiden skillet and others
Find Mitch:
valise.live
[email protected]
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Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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45min
June 12, 2024 Adam Ayan Mastering | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP91 Adam Ayan
We talk with Adam Ayan about Mastering in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Adam Ayan is a Grammy Award, 5x Latin Grammy Award, and TEC Award winning mastering engineer, and owner and Chief Mastering Engineer at Ayan Mastering. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Lowell’s Sound Recording Technology program, Adam began his career in audio in 1996 as a recording engineer, and quickly discovered his passion for mastering.
Adam has had the pleasure of mastering tens of thousands of recordings in his career. His credits are diverse and exemplary – including recordings for superstar artists such as Paul McCartney, Carrie Underwood, Katy Perry, Gwen Stefani, Lana Del Rey, Taylor Swift, Shakira, Queen, Father John Misty, Madonna, Marc Anthony, the Foo Fighters, Bob Marley, Tim McGraw, the Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Kelly Clarkson, Journey, Barbra Streisand, Juan Luis Guerra, Rush, Nirvana, Rascal Flatts, Pearl Jam, The Animals, and Keith Urban to name a few.
Adam has mastered several Grammy & Latin Grammy Award winning recordings (67 to date!), countless #1 singles and albums, and has hundreds of Gold, Platinum or Multi-Platinum projects to his credit to date.
Find Adam:
https://ayanmastering.com/
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
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WSCA Mixtape with Bonnie
https://wscafm.org
www.photographybybonnie.com
Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
...more
1h 4min
June 05, 2024 Joe Villacrusis Tour Director | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP90 Joe Villacrusis
We talk with Joe VillaCrusis about his journey to becoming a Tour Director in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
With over 20 years immersed in the dynamic world of touring, Joe has cultivated a global network of relationships and experiences that elevate the standard of touring . With strengths in team, vendor, and creative management he has used emotional intelligence with extensive experience to communicate with clarity and empathy across diverse settings and personalities
His journey encompasses a rich tapestry of experiences:
20 + Years Worldwide Live Touring Experience: From intimate clubs to grand stadiums, Hes navigated headlining and supporting tours, as well as major festivals,: His tenure in Montreal's vibrant music scene equipped him with invaluable insights and knowledge
His client boasts a diverse array of artists , including collaborations with renowned artists such as Seven Lions, Zhu, , and Skrillex, Best Coast , Secret Machines, Simple Plan and Bonobo among others. From tour direction to production management, hes played pivotal roles in bringing concert and tour visions to life.
Find Joe:
www.facebook.com/thaCruza
https://sevenlions.com
https://www.skrillex.com
https://zhumusic.com
https://bonobomusic.com
https://www.thesecretmachinesofficial.com
https://evenko.ca/en
https://blinkerthestar.bandcamp.com
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
www.TalesFromThePit.net
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WSCA Mixtape with Bonnie
https://wscafm.org
www.photographybybonnie.com
Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
...more
1h 13min
May 29, 2024 Cody Heimann RF Coordinator | From The Pit Podcast EP89 Cody Heimann
We talk with Cody Heimann about his journey as a RF Coordinator in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Cody Heimann is a seasoned Large Scale RF Coordinator and all-around Audio Technician. Starting his career as an audio assistant, he turned into a stage tech and patch master moving through the ranks to Monitor and FOH Engineer, PA Tech, and Production Manager. He’s been involved in all things audio which has allowed him to build a diverse portofolio in troubleshooting, technical skills and client relationships. Now, as an RF Coordinator with credentialed highlights to his gig list such as Coachella, Dream Force, Microsoft, NYE Times Square, and everything in between he’s definitely no stranger to being agile and working in different mediums of the industry. Cody is a part-owner of Music City Boxing in Nashville TN as well as an avid motorcycle enthusiast and self-proclaimed “Once upon a time drummer”. It’s no doubt that music has been a passion of his since his youth and he loves being able to help continue to be a small part in the big shows!
Find Cody:
@codycch
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
www.TalesFromThePit.net
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Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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54min
May 22, 2024 Karl Heilbron Sound Engineer | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP88 Karl Heilbron
We talk with Karl Heilbron about his journey to becoming a Sound Engineer in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Karl Heilbron is a seasoned live sound engineer hailing from South Carolina, boasting a rich tapestry of experiences in the realm of audio production. Commencing his illustrious career at Southern Tracks Atlanta under the guidance of renowned producer Brendan O’Brien, Karl's portfolio includes seminal works such as Kings X’s "Dogman" album and Pearl Jam’s "VS" album. Notably, he contributed to Soundgarden's Grammy-winning opus, "Superunknown," and Aerosmith's contribution to the "Wayne’s World 2" soundtrack.
Elevating his craft, Karl assumed the role of Chief Engineer at The Sweat Shop and served as FOH engineer for numerous acclaimed albums and tours, collaborating with luminaries like Keith Sweat, 2Pac, and Silk. His trajectory soared with engagements alongside chart-toppers NSync, Britney Spears, and Brandy, culminating in pivotal collaborations with Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes and TLC.
Transitioning seamlessly into the realm of hip-hop, Karl lent his expertise to Jeezy as his trusted personal engineer and touring recordist. Embracing the dynamism of live performances, he has commanded the FOH/TM roles for esteemed acts such as Pain of Salvation, Klone, and Adam Doleac, leaving an indelible mark on stages nationwide.
Venturing into diverse territories, Karl's versatility shines as he orchestrates soundscapes for theatrical productions including "Nutcracker! The Magical Christmas Ballet," "New Jack City," and the riveting "Superfreak: The Rick James Story" currently on a four-month tour.
Anticipating an exhilarating 2024 season, Karl eagerly embarks on the forthcoming Happy Together Tour, headlined by the iconic Turtles. With a stellar track record and a passion for sonic excellence, Karl Heilbron continues to push forward to make shows shine.
It’s a bit long but I have a shorter one as well.
Find Karl:
@kheilbron
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
www.TalesFromThePit.net
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Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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1h 10min
May 15, 2024 Matt Hanrahan Artist Management | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP87 Matt Hanrahan
We talk with Matt about his journey to becoming an Artist Manager in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Matt Hanrahan began his storied career in entertainment DJing and playing in rock bands like Carpal Tunnel in New England before becoming an alternative music promoter, independently promoting and coordinating live events, organizing street team promotions, and managing and an indie music label and roster.
From his start in CT, Matt built a strong base in New England and then instinctively moved to nearby NYC where he further cut his teeth producing concerts and eventually tours, festivals, and other special events.
Matt eventually took his learnings from the live event space, combined it with his marketing know how, and focused on Branded Entertainment.
It wasn't long before Matt was on the road producing events and content with same of the biggest
bands and brands in the world, including world tours with The
Rolling Stones, Moby's Area Festival Tours, WWE, The Golden Gods, Alt Press, and Loudwire Music Awards, critically acclaimed music video productions, charity concerts, live streams, and an amazing 8 year run producing shows for WWE.
These days, Matt continues to create, program, and produce unique entertainment experiences and content within the realms of music, art, fashion, tech, sports and non profits while forging a burgeoning entertainment partnership with The Outlier Group with a focus on talent development, management, venue / event booking production, and compelling brand partnerships including SPINs Lipps Service Podcast, LA Fleet Week, SXSW, Raven Drum Foundation, Beachlife Festival and much more!
Find Matt:
@matt_han_ra_han
www.outliergrp.com
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
www.TalesFromThePit.net
#NHCONCERTPHOTOGS #talesfromthepitpodcast #Talesfromthepit #musicphotography #concert #tour #onstage #rock #tourmanager #audioengineer #foh #frontofhouse #takingbacksunday #concertphotography #podcast #artistmanagement #wwe #rollingstones
Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
...more
1h 15min
May 15, 2024 Matt Hanrahan Artist Management | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP87 Matt Hanrahan
We talk with Matt about his journey to becoming an Artist Manager in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
Matt Hanrahan began his storied career in entertainment DJing and playing in rock bands like Carpal Tunnel in New England before becoming an alternative music promoter, independently promoting and coordinating live events, organizing street team promotions, and managing and an indie music label and roster.
From his start in CT, Matt built a strong base in New England and then instinctively moved to nearby NYC where he further cut his teeth producing concerts and eventually tours, festivals, and other special events.
Matt eventually took his learnings from the live event space, combined it with his marketing know how, and focused on Branded Entertainment.
It wasn't long before Matt was on the road producing events and content with same of the biggest
bands and brands in the world, including world tours with The
Rolling Stones, Moby's Area Festival Tours, WWE, The Golden Gods, Alt Press, and Loudwire Music Awards, critically acclaimed music video productions, charity concerts, live streams, and an amazing 8 year run producing shows for WWE.
These days, Matt continues to create, program, and produce unique entertainment experiences and content within the realms of music, art, fashion, tech, sports and non profits while forging a burgeoning entertainment partnership with The Outlier Group with a focus on talent development, management, venue / event booking production, and compelling brand partnerships including SPINs Lipps Service Podcast, LA Fleet Week, SXSW, Raven Drum Foundation, Beachlife Festival and much more!
Find Matt:
@matt_han_ra_han
www.outliergrp.com
Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]
www.TalesFromThePit.net
#NHCONCERTPHOTOGS #talesfromthepitpodcast #Talesfromthepit #musicphotography #concert #tour #onstage #rock #tourmanager #audioengineer #foh #frontofhouse #takingbacksunday #concertphotography #podcast #artistmanagement #wwe #rollingstones
Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
...more
1h 15min
May 08, 2024 Dan Stork sound engineer, tour and production manager | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP86 Dan Stork
We talk with Dan Stork about his journey to becoming a Sound Engineer in the entertainment industry.
Bio:
is an experienced front of house audio engineer, tour and production manager with over 15 years of industry experience. Raised in a musical family,
Dan studied a Bachelor of Music at the prestigious Queensland Conservatorium in Brisbane, before relocating to Melbourne.
He then attained a Masters of Marketing to further his understanding of the financial and business aspects of the music industry.
Dan currently resides in Los Angeles, USA. He has toured extensively in Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Europe as well as in the USA, Asia, and Canada, and has worked with artists from all over the world. He prides himself on his impeccable audio skills, logistics and organisational vision and excellent people and time management skills.
Dan regularly works, and is comfortable in every venue, from small bars to major outdoor festivals and prestigious theatres. This has included Reading and Leeds Festivals (UK), Pukkelpop Festival (BEL), Summer Breeze (GER), Deichbrand Festival (GER), and Splendour in The Grass, Falls Festival, Laneway Festival and Download Festival in Australia.
He has worked with bands including Taking Back Sunday, Deafheaven, Russian Circles, Rolo Tomassi, and Nothing as well as major Australian acts including Hockey Dad, Dune Rats, DZ Deathrays, The Smith Street Band, Ruby Fields and Clowns.
When not on tour Dan has spent the past decade working as a production supervisor in award-winning venues across Australia. Outside of music, Dan enjoys cycling, taking photos, and hiking.
Learn more about his photography here. You can see a selection of recent media coverage for his work below.
Find Dan:
@danstorkaudiophoto
www.danstorkaudio.com
danstorkphotography.com
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www.TalesFromThePit.net
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Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com
Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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1h 5min
May 01, 2024 Bobby Phillips Tour Manager | Tales From The Pit Podcast EP85 Bobby Phillips
We talk with Bobby about his journey to becoming a Tour Manager in the entertainment industry.

Bio:
With two decades of experience Bobby has worked his way up in the touring world to expand his client list one artist at a time. Thought his duties as a front of house engineer, tour manager and other odd jobs throughout the years, he has worked with artists such as GWAR, Asking Alexandria, Noah Cryus, Of Montreal, The Flaming Lips, Joey Valence and Brae, Icon for Hire and more. His company, Electroganic, currently focuses on touring staffing and Audio fly rack builds for touring bands of all levels.

Find Bobby:
@bobertgrizz
https://www.electroganic.org/

Send your Concert Questions to [email protected]

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Hosted by Jason Levasseur
www.AcoustifiedMedia.com

Music Licensed by Story Blocks
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1h 18min

FAQs about Tales From The Pit Podcast:

How many episodes does Tales From The Pit Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 92 episodes available.