Church Sound: Inter-Team Dialogue By Samantha Potter • November 19, 2018 The biggest fault line in any relationship is communication. Without good communication and open dialogue, we are destined for inefficiency, unmet goals, and more often… Read More
The Right Balance: The Diverse Career And Life Of Grace Royse By Kevin Young • November 15, 2018 “It’s a gorgeous day and I’m just sanding away at my little boat,” says Grace Royse, speaking to me from Los Angeles. Her boat, she… Read More
Martin Audio Promotes Bradley Watson To International Sales Director By PSW Staff • November 15, 2018 Martin Audio announces the promotion of Bradley Watson to the new position of international sales director. One of the company’s longest serving… Read More
Who Is My Neighbor? The Myriad Benefits Of Technical Team Outreach By M. Erik Matlock • November 15, 2018 I recently read a great article by fellow author Mike Sessler (here) about the benefits of knowing the sound crews from other… Read More
A Burning Passion: The Multifaceted Production Life And Views Of LaGrand By M. Erik Matlock • November 13, 2018 LaGrand grew up a preacher’s kid, a preacher’s nephew and a preacher’s grandson on both sides of his family. As a musician, he played in… Read More
Playing To Win: Checking Our Strategies For Showtime By M. Erik Matlock • November 9, 2018 One of the very few “non-productive” activities I enjoy is a good strategy game. I say non-productive only in the sense that it’s not earning… Read More
Church Sound: It All Starts With Drums By Andrew Stone • November 5, 2018 It goes without saying that I consider drums to be the most important part of most current rock-oriented music. Starting out my career as a… Read More
The Incidental Contractor: Go In With Eyes Wide Open By Bruce Main • October 31, 2018 We’re currently in-between touring seasons. Cables and snakes have been tested and repaired, wood painted, and cases treated to fresh new stenciling. All racks have… Read More
Lost In Translation? By Jonah Altrove • October 30, 2018 I first started reading Live Sound International during high school (literally, during school), and I distinctly remember feeling frustrated by the professionals’… Read More
Church Sound: Foundational Principles Of Technical Service By M. Erik Matlock • October 30, 2018 As a church tech, what is your real job? It’s a question that can spark endless debates. Usually, when I ask it, I get a… Read More
Getting A Handle On Church System Maintenance, Upgrades & Lifecycles By Gary Zandstra • October 25, 2018 Do you replace production/system equipment based on it being worn out or for new features and functionality? When we get a new system or new… Read More
In The Studio: Beware Of Ear Fatigue By Adam Stamper • October 23, 2018 One common concern when mixing for long periods of time is ear fatigue. The limits of one’s ears (and mind for that matter) may vary… Read More
The Old Soundman: Dealing With Getting Walked On By Old Soundman • October 19, 2018 “Getting ahead without being a jerk” is actually what our young friend said he wanted to discuss. I will use the pseudonym “Oz Man” for… Read More
Church Sound: Own It By Andrew Stone • October 18, 2018 While traveling with a female entertainer many years ago, I experienced something that turned out to be a pivotal moment in my life and career. Read More
Making The Grade: Meeting The Responsibilities Of Being A True Professional By Michael Lawrence • October 12, 2018 I got a call last night from a buddy of mine, the technical director of the 700-seat theatrical space at an area college. The college… Read More
