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In this episode of This Is DeLaCruz, I sit down with Theodor Woolsey, the sound engineer behind The Phil Collins Story.

We talk about what it takes to mix a show that celebrates the music, energy, and legacy of Phil Collins, while still making it feel alive night after night. Theodore shares his approach to live sound, the challenges of mixing a tribute-style production, and what goes into making sure the audience feels connected to every song.

From FOH decisions to managing consistency on tour, this conversation gives a behind-the-scenes look at the world of live production and the people who help bring these shows to life.

If you love live music, touring, audio engineering, or just want to better understand what happens behind the console, this one is for you.

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Running sound for an artist is about far more than pushing faders—it's about translating their music into an unforgettable live experience.

In this episode, I sit down with Joe Traux, the Front of House engineer for Mariah The Scientist, to talk about what it takes to mix a live show that connects with audiences night after night.
Joe shares his approach to balancing vocals, instruments, and the emotion of a performance while adapting to different venues and audiences on tour. We dive into the realities of life behind the console, the pressure of delivering a consistent mix, and the preparation that happens long before the first note is played.

This conversation goes beyond equipment and technology. It's about trust, musicality, and the countless decisions made in real time that shape what thousands of fans hear every night.
If you've ever wondered what goes into creating a great live concert experience, this is a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of live sound.

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The audience hears the front-of-house mix. The artist hears something completely different.

In this episode, I sit down with Brent Washburn, the Monitor Engineer for Josh Ross, to talk about one of the most important jobs in live music: making sure the artist hears exactly what they need to perform at their best.

We dive into the world of monitor mixing, the trust that develops between an artist and their engineer, and the challenges of delivering a consistent experience night after night on tour. Brent shares what happens behind the scenes, how he approaches building mixes for the stage, and why the smallest adjustments can have a huge impact on a live performance.

Whether you're an audio professional, a country music fan, or just curious about what happens behind the curtain, this conversation offers a rare look at the side of live sound most audiences never get to hear.

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Every great live show has someone behind the console making thousands of decisions in real time.

In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Waller, the Front of House engineer for Josh Ross, to talk about what it takes to deliver a powerful and consistent mix night after night on tour.

We dive into the challenges of balancing vocals, instruments, crowd energy, and venue acoustics while creating an experience that feels natural and exciting for the audience. Jordan shares his approach to mixing live country music, adapting to different rooms, and the realities of life behind the console on a busy tour schedule.

This conversation goes beyond faders and speakers. It's about trust, preparation, and the responsibility of shaping what every fan hears from the moment the lights go down until the last song ends.

If you've ever wondered what it takes to make a live show sound great, this is a look behind the mix.

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Bruno Mars’ live show is known for its precision, energy, and a sound that feels almost perfect every single night. Behind that experience is a level of detail and discipline most people never see.

In this episode, I sit down with Sean Sully, the audio engineer for Bruno Mars, to talk about what it really takes to deliver a show at this level. We dive into how a mix like this is built, how consistency is maintained across different venues, and the pressure of supporting one of the most polished live performances in the world.

From balancing a full band to making sure every vocal moment cuts through exactly the way it should, this conversation explores the mindset, preparation, and decision-making behind a world-class live mix.

This isn’t just about gear or technique, it’s about execution, trust, and the responsibility that comes with being behind the sound of a global superstar.

If you’ve ever wondered how a show like this sounds so clean, so tight, and so powerful night after night, this is a rare look behind the console.
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