Music Business Insider Podcast

Elevating Your Music Career Through Live Performance with Tour Manager and Co-founder of Lollapalooza Stuart Ross

Jan 16, 2024
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Stuart Ross
Former tour manager at Red Light Management, Stuart Ross, discusses the role of a tour manager, starting a music career in live touring, and advice for aspiring tour managers. They also explore the origins and evolution of Lollapalooza, the emphasis on live performances for building music careers, and when an artist needs management. They discuss influential books in the music industry and the importance of content creation and connecting with fans.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
2
Stuart Ross's Journey in the Music Industry
05:28 • 11min
3
The Inspiration Behind Lollapalooza and an Ad from Music Business Registry
16:00 • 4min
4
The Evolution of Lollapalooza: From Traveling Festival to Stationary Event
20:02 • 8min
5
Building Music Careers Through Live Performances
27:55 • 22min
6
When an Artist Needs Management
49:28 • 16min
7
Books and Media that Make an Impact
01:05:36 • 14min
8
Creating Content, Building Methodology, and Connecting with Fans
01:19:41 • 3min