Steve O'G Rock Podcast POLARIS - Pressures of arena shows and the future of the band.
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Nov 1, 2024 
Join Jamie Hails, the intense vocalist of Polaris, and Dan Furnari, their talented drummer, as they dive into the pressures of performing at arena shows and major festivals. They share surreal experiences, like jamming with Mike Shinoda, and the excitement of playing Download Festival. The duo talks about connecting with fans across vast venues and the meticulous preparation that goes into a show. They also reflect on writing new music, balancing creativity with personal challenges, and lessons learned from touring with Beartooth.
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Normalize Every Show
- Treat every gig with equal preparation to avoid overpressuring yourself for 'big' shows.
- Keep pre-show routines consistent so performance feels like rehearsal rather than a unique, high-stress event.
Play To The Whole Room
- In large venues you must address the whole room, not just the front row, to connect with distant audience members.
- Simple gestures like waving to the back and scanning the crowd help make remote fans feel seen.
Backstage At Download With Metallica
- At Download Festival Jamie walked around Lars Ulrich's yellow drum kit and realised the scale of the day before Metallica played.
- The surreal moment hit when he looked back up the hill and saw the immense crowd and festival setup.