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Empowering Touring Professionals: High Road’s Support for ECCHO Live

Touring isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life. The late nights, early mornings, and the thrill of life on the road are what make the touring world exciting. But let’s be real, it can also be exhausting. With unpredictable schedules and constant travel, finding stability can feel impossible. That’s where ECCHO Live steps in. ECCHO Live is a nonprofit that has one mission: to support the unsung heroes of the live event industry—the freelance technicians, roadies, production managers, and

10 Essentials for a Smooth Tour: Must-Knows and Must-Haves from the Road

Special thanks to our collaborator and guest blogger, Production Manager Luke Meek for providing valuable insight on tour essentials! Dropkick Murphys at The Ryman, Nashville, TN. Whether you’re gearing up for your first tour or your fifteenth, there are some essentials just can’t skip. We checked in with some of our tour pro friends to put together a list of the top 10 must-knows and must-haves for a successful tour. 1. Tour Dates and Locations You know this one, but

Building Your Music Industry Network: Tips from the Road

Creating connections in the music industry can feel like a huge lift, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating! Here are our go-to tips for growing your network and finding your tribe in the music world: 1. Show Up Where It MattersAttending industry events and conferences is one of the best ways to meet fellow pros andstart building solid contacts. Since the sold-out inaugural event in 2022, we have participated in THE Conference at Rock Lititz in Lancaster County, PA—well

Tour Manager Toolbox: 5 Must-Have Resources for the Road

You know more than anyone else that being a tour manager isn’t all glitz and glam. Long days and sometimes weeks on the road can be tough and stressful. Luckily, there are plenty of tools out there that you can utilize to make your job easier. Check out these top five must-have resources: 1. Road-Worthy Playlist Arguably one of the most important items on your packing list, a killer playlist can take a road trip from a snoozefest to a party

TOUR MANAGER – Rock your Travel Logistics

Rock Your Traveling Experience with These 6 Apps As a tour manager, you’re on the road or in the air on a seemingly constant basis. If you’re not booking gigs for your band, you’re flying across the country or around the world with your awesome group of musicians. At High Road, we want to help make your travelling experience as painless as possible. That’s why we decided to create a list of some of the best apps for frequent flyers,