Top 5 signs that a career in event production may be right for you!

Eric gives us his DREAM PROJECTS in Episode 43 of CSM!

Eric tells us stories about his most enjoyed artists and events since starting his production journey!

Eric gives his top 5 personal gear to bring to every production gig.

Eric explains the top 5 things to expect when working your first production gig.

Bill Bentley worked with Lou Reed for years becoming a friend and confidante. Bill is a former music journalist and publicist for Warner Records. He has assembled a fantastic cast of musicians performing in a tribute album: Lou Reed - The Power Of The Heart is available now. Lou Reed fans, you're going to want to tune in to this one. Please support…

Join host, Frank Gallagher and Melissa Etheridge, in a great chat across the spectrum of music and life. Plug in! Please support the show at soundmanconfidential.com Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Bruce Findlay has played an important part in Scottish pop music history. Check in for an episode that travels the early path of Simple Minds on their way to global success, managed by Bruce Findlay. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Galen Ayers and Paul Simonon have a new album out, Can We Do Tomorrow Another Day ? It's an album you'll have on repeat, a dynamic blend of duets and melody. Galen Ayers is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter. Her life has been steeped in music. As a child, she would tour with her father, Kevin Ayers, a founder of the influential Sixties band…

Fred Armisen is my guest. Actor, comedian and drummer. Plug in! Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Lenny Kaye is best known as the guitarist for the Patti Smith Group. He is the author of Lightning Striking: Ten Transformative Moments in Rock and Roll. Plug In. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Eric gives some advice on what to do when your small business is struggling. Watch the video here. Learn more about us here.

Eric tells the story of why he started the company that became Vivid Sky Productions. Watch the video. Learn more about us.

Eric answers the question, "What would you if you had $10 million to invest in your company?" Watch the video here. Learn more about us here.

Eric answers the question, "do you want to run your business forever, or sell it off?" Watch on YouTube here. Learn more about us.

Eric hops on to talk about what he would do differently if he were to start his company all over again starting today. Learn more about us. Watch this show on Youtube. Follow us on Instagram.

Black 47's, Larry Kirwan is on the show this week. Songwriter, playwright, novelist and storyteller - tune in. It's a smashing chat. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Last week Eric was answering the questions – now it's John's turn to share his answers to five quick questions about production and business. Learn more about us. Watch this on YouTube.

John asks Eric five random questions about production and business. Watch this video on YouTube Learn more about us.

Today, we’re getting a cautionary tale from Eric and John on the harsh realities of starting your own event production company. Spoiler Alert: It’s not for the faint of heart. Learn more about us here. Watch this episode on YouTube.

Eric and John share some insight on the planning process, how to work with a client to ensure they get the event they want, within the budget they have, and how they prep the production side to fit the event needs. Learn more about us here. Watch this episode on YouTube here.

Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers, Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, on this month's show. Plug in! Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Eric and John share some advice for those looking to freelance in event production, either directly with clients or as a part of a larger crew. Watch this on YouTube Learn more about us

Eric and John share some things to avoid when working production at a concert or an event. Learn more about us. Watch this episode on YouTube

Eric and John give some quick tips to get into doing production for live events. Follow us on Instagram Watch this video on YouTube

Today, Eric and John chat about the challenges and lessons of growing a team – it's not easy, and it's harder still when you're combining teams. They've got some thoughts! Follow us on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube

Eric and John discuss having different sets of gear for different events, and how best to keep them operating longer. Watch the video version here. Follow us on Instagram

Eric and John discuss the stresses and best practices of managing your event production inventory. Catch the video version here: https://youtu.be/SVuqozJxnHM

Eric and John talk about adding the K3 System from L-Acoustics, and share their first impressions of the system. Long story short – It's awesome! Follow us on Instagram. Learn more about the K3 from L-Acoustics.

Eric and John chat about moving from competitors in the same city to merging their two companies and becoming partners.

Soundman Confidential is back with a bang! This week's guest is Clem Burke, best-known as the drummer from Blondie. You'll want to hear this one. Tune in. Check out past shows on soundmanconfidential.com Support the show. Thank you. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

In today's episode, Eric chats with Justin Nelson from Bearded Brothers Events, an event planning company right here in Gainesville, Florida. They chat about working with vendors, how the latest COVID spike is impacting event planning, and even some tricks and tech to work smarter. Show notes: Follow @TheCheerfulSoundman on Instagram Follow @bearde…

Eric looks back on 2021, looks forward to 2022, and shares some 2022 advice for event planners and professionals. Show Notes: Follow @TheCheerfulSoundman on Instagram

Today we hear Eric's thoughts on what should have been done differently at the ASTROWORLD Festival to prevent the tragedy that occurred. Show Notes: 70 Minutes at ASTROWORLD Follow @TheCheerfulSoundman on Instagram

We asked our crew to share the biggest mistakes they see event plannners and venue owners making. Here's what they said. Do you agree? Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram

Ian Rankin is the best-selling crime fiction author of the Rebus series. He's also a massive music lover. Plug in for our chat. It's a belter. Support the show and subscribe. We can't do it without you. Thank you. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

On this week's mini-episode, Talia and Eric fire off their quick answers to a round of random questions. We're asking these same questions on our Instagram account, so follow along there! Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram Connect with Talia Rogers on Instagram

The fabulous Suzi Quatro on the show this week. Check it! Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Today we get to talk to Talia Rogers (@theluxeplanner) about moving from freelance event planner to corporate event planner and back again – and about balancing professionalism with expressing yourself. Such a fun guest to have, we really hope you enjoy it! Thisis also a great example of why you should always have a backup plan – the main interview…

Cool for Cats! Plug in for my chat with Chris Difford of Squeeze. Support the show at soundmanconfidential.com. Thank you. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

On today's mini-episode, Eric and Drew discuss NFTs and what they might mean for live events in the next few years. Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram

Hugo Burnham drummed the beat in Gang of Four, a band with influence. Tune in for our chat. And please help us keep the sound on by making a donation. We can't do it without your support. Loud cheers to those who have donated. Thank you! soundmanconfidential.com Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Today we get a special chance to let the host do all the talking. Eric switches seats and answers the questions he's been asking all our great guests so far. Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram Connect with Bunt Backline on LinkedIn

Today we hear from Eric from a recent interview about just how hard it can be to own and operate your own business. In today's world the entrepreneur lifestyle can be a bit over-glorified, but the truth is: it's not an easy gig. Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram

Today we get to talk to Devin Gregory about just about everything – including but not limited to, growing and adapting your business and the journey of selling your business. Don't worry – You'll get more from this great conversation in the future. Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on Instagram Connect with Devin Gregory on LinkedIn…

John Cooper Clarke is the Bard of Salford, the pioneer punk-poet putting the pun in punktuation. Tune in. It's a belter. If you like what you hear, please support the show at soundmanconfidential.com. Thanks a million. And subscribe on the podcast channels. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Gina Schock is the drummer of The Go-Go's. Take a listen. It's a smashing chat. And check out Gina's upcoming book, Made in Hollywood, for all things Go-Go's. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the show at soundmanconfidential.com. Subscribe where you get your podcasts. Next up is Dr. John Cooper Clarke, the Bard of Salford, Engl…

Ed Stasium has worked with with Talking Heads, Ramones, Living Colour, and Mick Jagger amongst others. Plug In! Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher

Between our longer interview-style shows, we’re answering YOUR questions. Thank you to those who gave us some great ones to answer this week, and be sure follow Bunt Backline on Facebook or @TheCheerfulSoundman on Instagram to ask us your questions. Enjoy, and see you next week for another great episode. Show notes: Follow @thecheerfulsoundman on I…

Tom Bailey is lead vocalist for Thompson Twins. All you New Wavers out there! Tune in for our chat. soundmanconfidential.com for the latest. Support the showبقلم Frank X. Gallagher