Jackson Browne Still Loads Out with Bandit Lites

Jackson Browne Still Loads Out With Bandit Lites posted: 13/11/2016

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legend Jackson Browne recently wrapped another outstanding tour with a lighting package provided by longtime vendor, Bandit Lites. The critically acclaimed singer-songwriter who has sold more than 18 million albums toured this summer with a full band, bringing his classics such as Running on Empty and Somebody's Baby to audiences across the country.

Building on Browne's last album, lighting designer Steve Comer made only a few changes to the previous design, including opening up the stage space by cutting side towers and placing the lights on the downstage truss.

One important aspect for the lighting design for Browne's tour is the desire for an LED prominent rig such as Bandit's exclusive GRNLite Moving Washes, GRNLite Par 64s, Elation 2 Lite LED and GLP X4S, giving the production a cooler, lower power-consumption look.

The flexibility they give me with the music is perfect, Comer said of the LED fixtures. To have all of the colors in one unit with a nice smooth fade between them really helps me busk a song that isnt on the set list, or one that he hasnt played in years.

Additional gear supplied by Bandit included trussing, VL 2500 Spots, Martin MAC Auras and a Grand MA 1 full console for control.

Comer described his design process as one that focuses on creating looks that represent Browne best, going over the design with Dennis Scrimo, Jackson's Production Manager, and then working to make sure the fixtures will accommodate both the truck space and the various venue sizes.

I have had some great fixture recommendations from the Bandit staff, some that are a big part of my rig right now, Comer said. I feel as if there is some freedom in working with an artist on a small to medium size tour, and Bandit is able to pick the fixtures that will work for everyone. The crew on this tour did an amazing job of taking my design and figuring out ways to streamline the load in and out process that I didnt even think were possible.

Working with Jackson Browne is an incredible source of pride for the company, one that Bandit's client representative Dizzy Gosnell has cultivated into a fantastic collaboration with Browne's production team, saying, Steve and Dennis have tuned the system to the get exact maximum bang for their buck without cutting corners that compromise the show in any way. Variations of this system have been built all around the world on this long global trek. It's the modern way: designers have to be flexible to survive and Steve is an absolute master at being able to make an extremely good looking show from what he has at his disposal. He has rightly got plaudits from many fans on Jackson's social media sites, which is truly fitting. We are so proud to be working on this tour; Jackson is a true musical legend.

Bandit has always been there to help from start to finish. They always accommodate me if we need to figure out programming space and time, which is usually the case since there are never any production days, finished Comer. Jackson and I have both worked with Bandit for a long time and its just a given thats who were going to use, the question never comes up about if were going to try a different lighting company.

About Bandit Lites, Inc. Bandit Lites is a global leader in the entertainment lighting marketplace. From touring productions to fixed installations, Bandit Lites has a full staff of highly trained professionals to deal with all types of lighting needs. Bandit's global presence will insure seamless transitions no matter where your next show takes you.

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