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July 7, 2020 46 mins

In this episode, hosts Eric Kilby and Mike Jay interview David '5-1' Norman, a 35-year veteran in the music industry. He has filled the role of Tour Director, Tour Manager, Tour Accountant, Production Manager, and more. Having worked on most every continent, his experience is second to none. A few of the artists he's worked with include Prince, Earth, Wind & Fire, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Chase Rice, Alison Krauss, Charlie Wilson, and so many more. 

Get ready for some laughs, a few stories, and even some practical wisdom you can apply to your life. Some of our favorite highlights include:

  • Playing drums in a Rush cover band
  • A Tour Director vs. a Tour Manager vs. a Road Manager
  • Getting arrested for trespassing
  • Unique tour pranks
  • Differences in genres when touring
  • Wisdom from '5-1' in this week's Road Map for Life

Be sure to check out our show website: https://www.everythingbuttheshow.com.

You can find David online at::
http://www.david51.com
http://www.tourforensics.com

You can find David on Instagram at:
@davidfiveone
@tour_forensics

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