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Billie Eilish Got Stung By 20 Bees On Her Head
Billy Eilish discusses her upcoming Saturday Night Live performance, her evolving relationship with touring, and overcoming physical injuries like a sprained ankle in Milan.summaryPerformance Anxiety and Growth: Eilish admits she previously hated touring due to travel and hotels, but now enjoys it, largely because she can share the stage with her brother Finneas and their mother, turning performantakeaway“I used to hate touring... I hated the travel, I hated the hotels... I was miserable... but recently... I'm just like doing so good yeah and enjoying it yeah and like want to tour it shows.”quote
Jon Bon Jovi on American Idol & The "Death" of the Record Business | 60 Minutes Australia
He critiques the modern music industry's reliance on internet distribution over touring and reality TV, arguing that true artistry requires long-term dedication rather than instant stardom.summaryThe modern record business is 'over' due to greed; artists must rely on touring for income as the art form of recorded music has diminished in value.takeaway
Chito Vera Podcast Episode 69: B-Real - Cypress Hill - Dr. Green Thumb
The conversation also covers their career longevity strategy, which prioritizes consistent touring and high-energy live performances over relying on radio hits, drawing inspiration from the Grateful Dead's fan engagementsummaryLongevity Through Touring: The group studied the Grateful Dead's ability to sell out shows without new albums. They adopted a strategy of constant touring and delivering high-quality live experiences to maintain fan loyatakeaway
Not Caring w/ Anthony Jeselnik and Jessie "Jetski" Johnson | Jet Fuel Podcast | Ep 018
He discusses the strategic value of touring small clubs to build reputation and revenue, his strong opposition to AI in comedy, and his approach to managing audience engagement and online comments.summaryTouring Model: Focus on selling out smaller clubs (50-200 capacity) in cities where you have a reputation, rather than attempting large venues in unfamiliar markets where sales are unlikely.takeaway
Becky Robinson is down to clown! | Whiskey Ginger
Andrew Santino and Becky Robinson discuss the psychological toll of touring, including anxiety-induced eating disorders and the necessity of professional therapy.summaryTouring Burnout and Boundaries: The intense touring schedule creates a 'champagne problem' where comedians sabotage themselves due to chaos; Robinson highlights the importance of hiring a professional tour manager (like takeaway
Lady London Dedicates Freestyle to DJ Clark Kent & Chino XL ❤️, Talks New Music & Tour
She shares practical advice for upcoming artists on financial discipline, touring strategies, and leveraging acapella skills to win over crowds, while also touching on her upcoming tour with Coco Jones and her new album.summaryArtist Business Structure: Successful artists must view themselves in a specific hierarchy: first as an artist, second as a brand, and third as a business. This structure allows for infinite potential through brand partntakeawayTouring Strategy: When opening for major acts, not every city will love you immediately; the goal is to control the controllables by grabbing 10-15 fans per show and converting them at the merch table.takeaway
Bobby Lama | Ep 165 | Bad Friends
They share humorous anecdotes about fan interactions, bizarre restaurant experiences, and the logistical nightmares of touring, while also addressing the unfairness of dynamic pricing in ticketing and hospitality.summaryTouring Dynamics: The physical toll of touring includes sleeping in 'coffins' on a bus, dealing with crew members' erratic behavior (like Carlos's night terrors and smell), and managing health issues like sore throats frtakeawayHealth Awareness: Andrew discusses his clinical depression and anxiety, noting that touring can be anxiety-inducing due to constant proximity to others, and emphasizes the importance of taking space when needed.takeaway
Arcade Fire's Win Butler & Régine Chassagne on new album WE, Montreal, 1973, dropouts | SmartLess
The discussion highlights how streaming has shifted the economic model of touring, the importance of psychological flexibility in weight loss and mental well-being, and the profound impact of collaborative art on personasummaryMusic Industry Economics: Win Butler explains that streaming services pay negligible amounts to artists (except top-tier stars like Drake), making live touring and merchandise the primary sources of income for bands todatakeawayEarly Career Struggles: Régine Chassagne reveals she had vocal nodules and underwent surgery early in her career, while Win Butler suffered from chronic sinus infections for four years, highlighting the physical toll of takeaway
122 - TJ MIller Is WILD!
He shares anecdotes about the harsh realities of touring, including difficult cities and the emotional toll of being away from his family, while also revealing insights into director Michael Bay's leadership style.summaryComedians face significant emotional challenges when touring, particularly when balancing work with family life; missing key moments with children can lead to regret and a reevaluation of touring frequency.takeaway
Breaking Bread with Taylor Tomlinson and Stavros Halkias
He also explores the physical toll of touring on aging comedians, the generational divide regarding social media and teenage daughters, and the importance of mental health support.summaryTouring Health: Aging comedians must prioritize physical comfort during travel; flying first class or taking day flights instead of red-eyes significantly impacts long-term health and performance quality.takeawayComedy Industry Shift: The comedy landscape has shifted from occasional tours to continuous touring for all comedians, creating segmented audiences similar to Spotify playlists.takeaway
Breaking Bread with Jim Gaffigan
Tom Papa and Jim Gaffigan discuss the evolution of their comedy careers, the challenges of maintaining authenticity in an era of 'edgy' content, and the practical realities of touring.summaryThe Necessity of Creative Diversification: Gaffigan believes that stand-up comedians need 'forced hiatuses' or other creative outlets (like writing books or acting) to keep their stand-up material fresh and prevent burnotakeawayTouring Realities and Isolation: Gaffigan notes that solo touring (without a large entourage) can be isolating but also allows for a purer focus on the performance. He also highlights the difficulty of gauging audience rtakeaway
Breaking Bread with Tommy Johnagin
Tommy Johnagin discusses his transition from full-time touring to television writing and back to stand-up comedy, highlighting the importance of balancing family life with career demands.summaryCareer Balance: Johnagin shifted from touring 50 weeks a year to TV writing to be present for his young children, but realized he missed the immediate feedback and creative fulfillment of stand-up, leading him to return takeaway
Anthony Jeselnik Doesn't Believe In Cancel Culture | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa
Anthony Jeselnik discusses his new Netflix special, reflecting on a two-year touring cycle that highlights the shift in comedy success metrics from traditional media to viral social media clips.summaryThe conversation also covers his unique performance style, personal health challenges during touring, and his deliberate isolation from industry trends to maintain creative authenticity.summaryTouring Health Impact: Touring sober was more difficult than drinking because he lost the ability to use alcohol to sleep and eat late-night pizza. He lost 30 lbs on tour due to not eating late and the physical toll of stakeaway
Tye Trujillo on Growing Up with Metallica, Joining Suicidal Tendencies, Touring with KoRn
Tyra Trillo, son of Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo, discusses his upbringing in the metal industry, his early musical influences, and his current career as a touring bassist for Suicidal Tendencies and leader of his osummaryTouring Lifestyle: Growing up with Metallica provided a balanced touring experience where families traveled together, avoiding the 'torturous' separation common in smaller bands. Later tours with Korn and Suicidal Tendentakeaway