Mat's Monthly: Tour Managing, Daysheets & In Rainbows
Welcome back to Cloud Machine, the weekly music business video podcast hosted by Mat Landry and industry insiders. In this twenty-second episode, we return with the second edition of Mat's Monthly! Mat dives into valuable tour managing tips, introduces a powerful tool called Daysheets, and spotlights Radiohead's iconic album In Rainbows. Alongside updates from Eights Creative, Mat shares his thoughts on the new Boss & Swift Act, recommends key music business resources, and highlights upcoming shows by incredible artists.
Episode Highlights
Tour Managing Tips: Mat shares insights from his experience, offering practical advice for keeping tours smooth and stress-free.
Daysheets: Learn about Daysheets, a game-changing tool for managing tour logistics.
Music Business Resources: June’s book recommendation is All You Need to Know About the Music Business—a must-read for professionals and students alike.
Album of the Month: Celebrate Radiohead’s In Rainbows. Explore why it’s a masterpiece, and check out the "From The Basement" performance for an extra treat.
Live Shows You Can’t Miss: Upcoming events featuring Akeem OH, Whacks, Pleasure Craft, and Beau Nectar.
Key Takeaways
Tools like Daysheets simplify the chaos of tour managing and keep everyone on the same page.
Resourcefulness is key in the music business—books like All You Need to Know About the Music Business are invaluable for understanding the industry's intricacies.
In Rainbows by Radiohead is a timeless album that continues to inspire listeners, musicians, and producers alike.
Guest Spotlight
Mat Landry is the founder of Eights Creative, a company focused on musical direction, playback, and cutting-edge technology to deliver unforgettable live experiences. His expertise spans from working with global artists to leading Eights Creative’s efforts in bringing creative and advanced digital solutions to the music industry.
Mat’s Socials: Instagram
About Cloud Machine
Produced by Eights Creative, Cloud Machine is your go-to podcast for music industry insights. Each episode blends education and entertainment to inspire and inform musicians, creators, and fans.