{"product_id":"the-road-crew-live-music-and-touring-9781032300153","title":"The Road Crew: Live Music and Touring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Road Crew: Live Music and Touring is a comprehensive study of the road crew, who handle the logistical and technical requirements of popular music concert tours, providing an extensive look at their activities, personnel, and workplace culture. It offers insights into the experience of women working in a male-dominated field, hierarchy, and the effects of touring on road crew members. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 190 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Road Crew: Live Music and Touring is a comprehensive exploration of the indispensable team of professionals who manage the intricate logistics and technical aspects of popular music concert tours. Through in-depth interviews with road crew members, participant observation at concert venues, and extensive archival research, this book delves into the diverse range of activities and individuals involved in the day-to-day operations of these remarkable events.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book encompasses a wide array of topics, including the journey of road crew members in acquiring their roles and sustaining their work through networks and informal practices. It sheds light on the exhilarating experience of being on tour, the unique workplace culture of road crews, the meticulous daily tasks that contribute to the successful realization of concert events, and the critical role played by tour managers in the professional lives of musicians.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, The Road Crew offers valuable insights into the experiences of women working in a predominantly male-dominated field, the hierarchical dynamics that shape the working lives of \"support\" workers, and the profound impact of touring on the well-being of road crew members. This book appeals to scholars and students of popular music, live music, and the creative industries, as well as music enthusiasts, journalists, and professionals and practitioners in the music industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy shedding light on the unseen world of the road crew, this book provides a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics and challenges that shape the live music industry, offering valuable insights for anyone passionate about the world of music and the arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 314g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 155 x 234 x 16 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032300153\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gabrielle Kielich","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44945525932282,"sku":"9781032300153","price":39.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1703874184436_book.jpg?v=1704018071","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-road-crew-live-music-and-touring-9781032300153","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}