{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker","title":"278-Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker ZoomCast Show Notes","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3268,"description":"The group discussed various aspects of the music and entertainment industry, including recent performances, technical challenges, and historical experiences working with famous musicians. They explored topics such as audio equipment, mixing techniques, and the evolution of live sound production, while sharing personal anecdotes and industry insights. The conversation concluded with discussions about upcoming events, the changing landscape of audio technology, and the logistics of large-scale music productions.\nNext steps\nThe next steps section is empty, so there are no action items to summarize and rank.\nSummary\nMusicians' Experiences and Performances\nThe group discussed various topics, including Wayne Sims's recent work with the Blues Roadshow, which involved eight guitar players performing simultaneously. They also talked about Barry Manilow's ongoing career at age 82 and his energetic performances. The conversation shifted to past experiences working with famous musicians, with Bruce and Wayne sharing stories about difficult encounters with drummers like Buddy Rich. The group also briefly discussed a fundraising event they had worked on together in the past.\nChallenges of Celebrity and Media\nThe group discussed the challenges faced by celebrities, particularly child stars, and how fame can affect their demeanor and careers. They also talked about audio setup issues and technical adjustments for a live stream. The conversation briefly touched on the situation with Jimmy Kimmel and the role of politics in late-night talk shows, but Jan stopped the discussion before it could become too political. The conversation ended with a brief discussion about the shift towards streaming media and its impact on traditional broadcast ratings.\nMusic Industry and Concert Trends\nThe group discussed various topics including concert ticket prices, the changing music industry, and upcoming tours. Ken shared his experience attending Paul McCartney's concert in Las Vegas, while Curt...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/NfBf6PmjT7H0nhA0K2bBJ72mhBH4oJa15DhXB-F_2s8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85YjVm/Y2IyMDRhN2ZjNmMy/NWUxZjY3YmE4ZDk4/ZWJhZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}