BERLIN – Former Stooges bass player Mike Watt once famously declared that “punk is not really a style of music; it’s more like a state of mind.” His words aptly describe the world of the Alex Mofa Gang. Even three successful studio albums haven’t dimmed the street-borne punk fervor of these hard-driving Berlin rockers. This […]
CHAPEL HILL, NC – Silvia Hatchell, the fourth winningest coach in women’s college basketball history and David Cutcliffe head football coach at Duke University have more than athletic success in common. Along with other sports figures like Coach Larry Fedora from the University of North Carolina, the two have participated in “Playbook How To Win […]
BLACKPOOL, UK – While Blackpool’s Winter Gardens is perhaps most famed for its varied programme of visiting musical acts, during three days in March, the complex attracts a whole different kind of audience for the International Fitness Showcase (IFS), the UK’s largest event for fitness aficionados. To provide suitably dynamic lighting for the three energy-packed […]
LONDON, UK – Any major refurbishments on cruise liners are best done when the ship is in dry dock to minimize passenger disturbance. However, when Fred Olsen decided to upgrade the stage lighting in the Neptune Lounge on board MS Braemar a more unconventional option was taken. Hastings UK-based EW Production Services Ltd. was able […]
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Ravenswood School for Girls has brought a new level of production to its performing arts theatre by adding a collection of CHAUVET Professional fixtures to its rig for two recent shows: Grease The Musical, and Ravenswood Presents. Supplied by Showtools International, the Ovation C-640FC, Rogue R1 Spot and Rogue R2 Wash were […]
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 […]
CUMMING, GA – How does a large and rapidly growing house of worship still maintain an intimate small church feel? While there is no one answer that applies in all situations, the leaders of First Redeemer Baptist have come up with an approach that works well at their 2000-seat church. One of the fastest growing […]
CONWAY, AR – Often referred to as the “City of Colleges,” because it’s home to three large institutions of higher learning, this picturesque city in central Arkansas has a well-deserved reputation for being tech savvy. It’s been rated the “6th Geekiest City” in America by Onlineuniversities.com. Forbes tabbed it as one of the top 20 […]
NEW YORK – Even by the standards of pop punk, a genre famous for blending outrageously divergent sounds, The Wonder Years stands out for its incredibly wide-ranging style. Deftly swinging from subtle melodies to heart-pounding choruses in the blink of a musical eye, this freewheeling band from the Philadelphia area takes fans on an emotionally […]
SYDNEY, Australia – Almost 60 countries worldwide host their own version of the wildly popular TV program The Voice. Although the iconic show follows a similar format throughout the world, each nation’s version of the program has its own set and lighting design. However, one thing that viewers of The Voice are likely to see […]
NEW YORK – Attending a concert by the Australian Recording Industry Hall of Fame band The Church is described by many as an ethereal experience. That’s to be expected from a group whose signature hit is the often-covered and widely acclaimed “Under The Milky Way.” Currently touring the US in support of its Further/Deeper album, […]
NEW YORK – Since their inception in 1977, the Psychedelic Furs have never shied away from making sharp musical turns. Much to the delight of their fans, the legendary UK rockers have weaved like a speedboat from austere art rock to new wave, to rhythmic tunes like their mega-hit “Pretty in Pink,” to hard growling […]