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Bruno Mars’ live show is known for its precision, energy, and a sound that feels almost perfect every single night. Behind that experience is a level of detail and discipline most people never see.

In this episode, I sit down with Sean Sully, the audio engineer for Bruno Mars, to talk about what it really takes to deliver a show at this level. We dive into how a mix like this is built, how consistency is maintained across different venues, and the pressure of supporting one of the most polished live performances in the world.

From balancing a full band to making sure every vocal moment cuts through exactly the way it should, this conversation explores the mindset, preparation, and decision-making behind a world-class live mix.

This isn’t just about gear or technique, it’s about execution, trust, and the responsibility that comes with being behind the sound of a global superstar.

If you’ve ever wondered how a show like this sounds so clean, so tight, and so powerful night after night, this is a rare look behind the console.

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What actually happens before the doors open?

In this episode, we go on the road with Couch for a full behind-the-scenes look at show day, following the crew from load-in all the way to doors. This is a real-time countdown to the moment fans walk in, and everything that has to happen before that clock hits zero.

Along the way, I spend time with Chris DiCorpo, the band’s audio engineer, and BT Odoy, the lighting director, as they walk us through their roles and what it takes to get a show up and running. From setting up the system and dialing in sound to building the visual atmosphere, you’ll see how each piece comes together under time pressure.

This isn’t just an interview, it’s a look at the pace, the problem-solving, and the coordination that happens behind the scenes to make a live show feel effortless.

If you’ve ever wondered what a real show day looks like from the crew’s perspective, this is it.

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Hunter Hayes doesn’t just show up and play the show, he is deeply involved in building the entire experience.

In this episode, I sit down with Hunter Hayes to talk through his current tour, the creative process behind it, and everything he helped shape behind the scenes. From the overall concept and production choices to the details that make the show feel personal, Hunter breaks down how an idea turns into a full live experience.

We also talk with his audio engineer, Chad Byrd, to get the technical side of what it takes to bring Hunter’s vision to life every night.

This one is about creativity, ownership, and the amount of work fans never see before the first note is ever played.

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Burna Boy’s live show is built on energy, rhythm, and a sound that has to translate across cultures, countries, and massive crowds. In this episode, I sit down with Temiday Qladehin, the Front of House engineer for Burna Boy, to talk about what it takes to bring that global sound to life every single night.

We dive into how he approaches mixing a show that blends Afro-fusion, live instrumentation, and powerful vocals, while keeping everything tight and impactful in a wide range of venues. Temiday shares insight into consistency on tour, adapting to different environments, and the responsibility of delivering a sound that connects with audiences around the world.

This conversation goes beyond just mixing, it’s about feel, musicality, and understanding how to support an artist whose sound moves people on a global scale.

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Kaden Creamer isn’t just setting the stage — he’s making sure the entire show runs like a well-oiled machine. As backline tech for Riley Green, Kaden is responsible for every piece of gear behind the performance, from guitars and amps to drum kits and quick-change setups.

In this episode, we dive into the day-to-day grind of life on tour, how Kaden preps for each show, and what it takes to stay calm when the unexpected hits. He shares the behind-the-scenes realities of touring life, the importance of trust within the crew, and the moments that make it all worth it.

If you’ve ever wanted to know what goes into keeping a live show running flawlessly — this is the episode you need to see.

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Maren Morris’ live show is built on powerful vocals, tight musicianship, and a sound that has to translate seamlessly across every venue. In this episode, I sit down with Jacob Cady, the Front of House engineer for Maren Morris, to talk about what it takes to deliver that experience night after night.

We dive into how he approaches mixing a voice that carries both intimacy and power, how he balances the band within a modern country/pop sound, and what it takes to stay consistent on tour. Jacob shares insight into the realities of mixing in different environments, the pressure of live performance, and the decisions that shape what the audience hears in real time.

This conversation goes beyond just turning knobs, it’s about musicality, trust, and understanding how to support an artist in a way that feels authentic every night.

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Tyler Burgess has played the biggest stages, toured at multiple levels, and seen firsthand what it takes to make a band work. But with American Monster, he’s no longer just the hired gun he’s building something that is fully his.

In this episode of This Is DeLaCruz, Tyler opens up about the reality of starting a band from the ground up in today’s world. We get into the part most people never see: trademarks, LLCs, branding, merch, marketing, social media, team building, production, long-term vision, and the mental grind of trying to build something authentic in an oversaturated industry.

This conversation goes way beyond music. It’s about identity, leadership, obsession, risk, and what it really looks like when an artist decides to stop helping build everyone else’s dream and finally go all in on their own.

We also talk about:
-going from hired gun to band leader
-why starting a band today is really starting a business
-building the identity behind American Monster
-designing merch that actually means something
-choosing the right people around you
-the pressure of social media and modern music marketing
-how Tyler sees the next chapter of American Monster unfolding

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to build a band from scratch, this is the conversation.

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Behind the scenes with Kevin “KB” Brown, the front-of-house engineer for Post Malone. In this candid conversation, KB shares what it takes to craft the perfect live sound for one of the world’s biggest artists. From sold-out arenas to the biggest festival stages, he gives us an inside view of what goes into every mix and every show.

KB opens up about his journey in the audio world, how he landed the Post Malone gig, and the techniques and gear that help him create Post’s signature sound. Along the way, he reveals the creative and technical decisions that make each performance unforgettable, offering a rare glimpse into the world of top-tier live production.

Whether you’re an audio engineer, a touring tech, or simply curious about what happens beyond the barricade, this interview is filled with stories, insights, and a look at the dedication that goes into every note of a live show. Tune in and discover the passion and precision behind Kevin “KB” Brown’s work with Post Malone.

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When you’re supporting one of the most recognizable and powerful voices in the world, there is no margin for error.

In this episode, I sit down with Stefano Serpagli, the Monitor Engineer for Andrea Bocelli, to talk about what it takes to craft the perfect on-stage sound for a performance of this magnitude.

Stefano shares insight into the precision and restraint required to support a voice like Bocelli’s, balancing orchestra, band, choir, and venue acoustics while ensuring the artist hears exactly what he needs in every moment. We dive into trust between artist and engineer, adapting to world-class venues across the globe, and the responsibility that comes with mixing for a performance where nuance and dynamics matter deeply.

This conversation goes beyond gear and technology. It’s about musicality, awareness, and understanding how the smallest adjustments can shape a performance experienced by thousands in the room, and millions beyond it.

If you’ve ever wondered what Andrea Bocelli hears when he steps onto a stage, this is a rare look into the monitor world behind one of the most iconic live voices in modern music.

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Benson Boone’s performances live and die on emotion, dynamics, and a vocal that has to land perfectly every night. And a huge part of making that possible is what happens on stage, specifically, what the artist and band hear in the moment.

In this episode, I sit down with Carter Luckett, the monitor engineer for Benson Boone, to talk about the behind-the-scenes role that most fans never see, but every artist depends on. We get into what it takes to build a monitor world that keeps a show consistent from venue to venue, how trust is built between an artist and the person mixing their in-ears, and why small adjustments can completely change a performance.

Carter shares the mindset required to stay calm under pressure, how he approaches consistency on tour, and what it’s like supporting a fast-moving live show where the details matter and the pace never lets up.

If you’ve ever wondered what an artist actually hears on stage — and how that impacts the energy, confidence, and execution of a live show — this is the conversation.

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