PITTSBURGH – Expectations were high when Code Orange announced plans for their Underneath album release party. It wasn’t only fans of the award-winning metal band who were licking their chops; the excitement level for Sam Jimenez, their new 20-year old lighting designer and production designer was through the roof too. Describing himself as an “extreme […]
SUNRISE, FL – CHAUVET Professional has expanded its popular F Series LED panels to offer solutions for a wider range of applications with the introduction of two new products: the F2 2.9 mm pixel pitch panel and F5 IP, an outdoor rated 5.9 mm pixel pitch outdoor rated panel. The highest resolution panel ever offered […]
LOWELL, MA – Every time Tim Messina sat down at his computer to work on a design for the 2017 Steubenville East Conference, he felt “less than completely satisfied” with the end result. The owner of Events United, Messina has been creating the lighting, audio, video, and stage design for the large Catholic youth conference […]
LONDON, UK – Since the world’s most famous oversized gorilla first appeared on cinema screens in 1933, King Kong has become one of the most renowned movie icons, with countless comics, video games and theme park rides adding to a string of film remakes. Now the iconic ape has surfaced again with the release of […]
DALLAS – Versatility is a key ingredient in any lighting rig that Creative Production & Design builds for a multi-artist show. This was especially evident recently when the Austin, Texas-based company created a lighting and video show for CRUSH Dallas 2017, part of a four-city Insomniac production. Their immersive, high octane rig engaged the packed […]
GRANBURY, TX – History runs deep throughout the Lone Star State. Perhaps nowhere in Texas is this more evident than in the little town of Granbury. A look at the well preserved 19th century homes and original frontier storefronts that line the downtown district make it easy to see why Granbury bills itself as “The […]
MINNEAPOLIS – A master of the filthy wub and wiry house vibe, Zomboy has had a powerful gravitational pull on the EDM sound. Stars like Skrillex, DJ Snake and almost every other bass DJ have, at one time or another, used one of his iconic hits as a set opener. His remix of the Chainsmokers’ […]
NEW YORK – Soaring four stories high, the elegantly appointed Grand Ballroom at the Waldorf Astoria creates an awe inspiring impression. Its 44’ high ceiling, custom made 16’ diameter chandelier and ornate carved balconies provide a dramatic setting for any event. To stand out against this backdrop, a stage presentation has to be as bold […]
BOSTON – There was no shortage of star power on stage at Boston’s House of Blues on Monday December 5, as the legendary venue, which is located directly across the street from the famed leftfield wall of Fenway Park, hosted Electric Bounce House. Although it holds only 2,500, the concert hall welcomed an Electric Bounce […]
SPOKANE, WA – Even a charity dedicated to the most serious of causes can inject some humor into its events. Anyone who doubts this should have visited “Beyond Pink Designer Bra Fashion Show” at the Spokane Convention Center ballroom in mid-October. This fundraiser was held by Beyond Pink, a nonprofit dedicated to early breast cancer […]
VACAVILLE, CA – For up-and-coming singer Taryn Cross, “Break Some Rules” is more than the title of her latest recording; it also describes her adventurous approach to music. Cross, who has opened for country stars like Eric Church, Joe Nichols and Randy Travis, has been more than ready to bend and break musical boundaries by […]
NOTTINGHAM, UK – Since opening its doors in 1980, Nottingham’s 2,500-capacity Rock City has showcased some of biggest names in alternative music. Last year, the iconic club won its 10th consecutive Kerrang! Award as Venue of the Year. However, even legends need to upgrade their visual presentation to keep up with the changing tastes and […]