Ever wondered who does what behind the scenes on a music tour? From set carpenters to production managers, here’s a breakdown of every role and how it all fits together.

Being skilled isn’t always enough. These common traits can quietly hold you back on tour—here’s what to look out for and why they matter more than you think.

Stage barriers might not be glamorous, but they’re critical. Here’s a breakdown of what they are, how they work, and what you should know before you encounter one on tour.

From tapes to blades and markers—these are the consumables every set carpenter should have in their kit to keep things running smoothly on the road.

Not sure if you need public liability insurance for touring? Here’s a clear breakdown of what it covers, when you need it, and how it impacts your role as a set carpenter.

Ever wondered what separates a lead carpenter from the rest of the crew? Here's a breakdown of what the role demands, both on paper and behind the scenes.

Before a single screw hits the deck, set carpenters are already deep in prep. Here’s what goes into those vital hours before the tour even begins.

Festivals can be tough on gear. Here are some practical tips roadies use to keep equipment protected, organised, and ready for whatever the day brings.

Arena shows bring big energy—and big challenges. Here’s how set carpenters can approach load-ins like pros and avoid the common pitfalls.

It takes more than just roadies to keep a tour rolling. Here's a breakdown of the key crew roles you’ll come across—and what each one really does.

Coffin lock gone? No stress. Here’s a straightforward fix that can save your stage deck mid-tour—without needing a full rebuild.

Before the first truck rolls out, here’s what you should be double-checking with your stage supplier to avoid stress later down the line.

Festival life is a whole different beast. From unpredictable builds to long days in the elements, here's what set carpenters can expect out on the circuit.

While the crowd watches the main event, set carpenters are hard at work keeping the wheels turning backstage. Here’s a look at what really goes on behind the curtain.

Loading into an arena is more than just muscle and movement—it’s timing, teamwork, and strategy. Here’s how set carpenters approach it when the pressure’s on.

What do years on the road really teach you? These are the key lessons every seasoned set carpenter picks up after life on tour.

What really goes on before the first show? Here’s what rehearsals look like from the perspective of a set carpenter working behind the scenes.

A clear, straightforward look at how stage builds come together on music shows—from truck to show-ready. Ideal for anyone curious about what really goes into it.