GORDIE BROWN - Paradise Artists · min. 8 VCA masters min. 4 FX on aux sends, individually switchable (by channel) pre-post Any of the modern Yamaha consoles are the preferred choice,

GORDIE BROWN TECHNICAL RIDER FOR LIVE BAND PERFORMANCE

SOUND CHECK

It is understood that one (1) pre-show sound check is required. Such sound check shall be

approximately two (2) hours in length, shall be uninterrupted, and shall not be compromised. The last

45 minutes the room shall be cleared of all personnel except for immediate running crew so that the

artist may rehearse. This includes all hotel or venue staff which may be working in the room at the

time of the sound check.

SOUND SYSTEM

SPEAKERS: Mains must be professional industry standard powered or passive speakers, with

appropriate amplification if passive. Meyer, JBL, L’Acoustics, and D&B are examples of acceptable

brands. All components in the sound system must be functioning correctly and must be free from any

distortion or other defects before the sound system is set up. Please confirm each box is functioning

properly before flying the rig.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION: System must be set up in a manner so as to provide even coverage

throughout the audience seating area, with subs, front fills, out fills, and delay speakers (EACH ON AN

AUX BUS) as needed. System must be capable of producing a sound pressure level of 110 dB

unweighted, at the house mix position. The mix position must not be enclosed for any reason.

HOUSE MIX POSITION APPROVAL: FOH mix position must be approved by the sound engineer or

production manager no later than fourteen (14) days prior to engagement. In addition, the system is

subject to final approval on day of first performance.

HOUSE MIX POSITION: FOH mix position must be located within the system’s coverage pattern,

preferably near center, approximately two-thirds of the distance from the stage to the rear of the

seating area whenever possible. It should not be directly under any balcony or overhead obstruction.

At time of beginning of set-up, FOH must contain the following equipment, in perfect working order:

FOH Console:

min. 32 mono inputs, 6 stereo inputs (placed as needed)

min. 8 VCA masters

min. 4 FX on aux sends, individually switchable (by channel) pre-post

Any of the modern Yamaha consoles are the preferred choice, including CL5, M7CL, or LS9.

Open to suggestions of other desks that can perform the same functions, but MUST be digital.

Must have correct, functioning work lights.

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Misc. FOH equipment:

1 Clear-Com belt pack w/HS6 handsets 1 Clear-Com speaker station

1 Beta 58 V.O.G. / talkback microphone

2 Heavy base quartz little lites (in addition to rack lighting)

Subsnakes:

One 12 pr. Subsnake for drums, upstage center placement

Two 6 pr. Subsnakes for keys, one upstage center, one upstage right

MONITOR SYSTEM

1 (one) Monitor engineer

Monitor Console:

Any modern, professional grade DIGITAL console that the monitor engineer prefers

Band Monitors:

5 professional industry standard powered or passive wedges

GORDIE BROWN Monitors:

All must be professional industry standard, such as Meyer, JBL, L’Acoustics, D&B, or equivalent.

2 downstage wedges

2 side fills (stereo)

2 upstage wedges

Mics, RF Mics, DIs, stands and booms:

All microphones must be provided with their appropriate mic stand mount (clip) and preamp as

necessary. This is a list of the exact amount needed. Please include spares. Please contact us if

substitutions are necessary.

Drum mics: one SM91, one BETA 52, five SM57, (or equivalent), four SM81. Eight Countryman

85 active direct boxes (or equivalent) for keyboards. Guitar amp mics: Two Shure SM57.

Two Sure Beta 87 wireless for Gordie Brown Vocal (no substitutions for GB vocal mics!). Two

Shure Beta 58 Band Vocals. One Countryman 85 active direct box (or equivalent) for acoustic

guitar.

Mic Stands & Accessories:

This is a list of the exact amount needed. Please include spares.

4 Tall w/boom (heavy base-Atlas MS20 w/KM211/2 boom)

10 Short w/boom (Atlas TS8 w/base from MS11, KM211/2 boom)

1 Tall-round base-clean, new (Atlas MS11) black, not chrome for Gordie Brown

3 LP “Claw” for tom mounting if small boom stands are N/A

1 Acoustic Guitar stand


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LIGHTING AND STAGE

FOLLOW SPOTLIGHTS:

(1) A minimum of two (2) Xenon Super Troupers or equivalent, with a qualified and experienced

operator for each unit. Units are to be supplied with at least one spare lamp.

(2) Minimum 48 – 1-K par 64 medium throw lamps located on two (2) trusses. One truss upstage and

one truss down stage.

(3) Stage colors preferred are Blue #83, Purple #49 and Amber #22. These would be the primary

stage washes. Any added creativity would be helpful and appreciated.

(4) One light board operator

COMMUNICATIONS

Please provide Clear-Com hand set between the House Mix and Monitor Mix position on a single

discreet channel (Channel A). Channel B should be a line of communications to the Light Board

Operators position and Channel C should go to the I-Mag Directors position

IMAG

A complete I-MAG system will be provided if the audience attendance is over three hundred (300)

people. This will also include no less than (2) camera positions with operators. The screen position

should be left and right of the stage and not directly upstage unless that screen is well above the

performance area.

STAGE

Stage size shall be no smaller than 24’ in depth and 40’ in width. If the sound system will be ground

stacked, sound wings will be added so no speakers are placed on the stage. STAGE HEIGHT should be

appropriate for venue but should be high enough so the artist’s feet can be seen while performing.

STAGE FLOOR

Stage floor shall be strong, sturdy, free of gaps or other irregularities and of quality construction, with

a clean, smooth, non-carpeted surface (i.e. devoid of holes or protrusions) to prevent injury to

performers or damage to equipment. If needed a Marley or parquet dance floor surface will be added

to accommodate dancing on stage.

STEP UNITS

Step units are to be provided from stage into the audience. These step units are to be located down

stage center, without hand rails and safety marked with white tape or glow tape. Please provide each

riser on stage with steps positioned upstage out of the audience site line clearly marked with white

tape or glow tape for added safety.

RISERS, PLATFORMS

(1) Risers and/or platforms to conform to attached band stage plot. One 8X8 Drum riser, 12” tall

(2) Above listed risers/platforms must be sturdily built.

(3) All risers will have permanent carpeted surfaces. No throw rugs.

PROP TABLE

One (1) 2’ X 3’ prop table must be provided with black cloth covering table completely to stage floor.

The legs must not show from any angle. This table should be sturdy and non-rolling. The prop table

must be in place prior to afternoon sound check.

PROPS, STANDS, STOOLS, ETC.

Three (3) black wooden no-back bar stools, 30" height, in new condition

Seven (7) Clean Towels on stage prior to performance

Seven (7) bottles of water on stage prior to performance


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Gordie Brown Show 5-pc Band Backline List

Guitar (2) Fender Deluxe or Deville amplifiers or any other tube amps 40 watts or more (1) Well setup Fender Telecaster w/strap (3) 15’ guitar cables Bass (1) Well setup 5 string Fender Bass w/strap (1) Sm900 SWR amp head (1) Goliath III SWR 4 10 cabinet Or (1) Hartke1000 and 4 10 cabinet (1) 15’ guitar cable (3) Guitar stands (one center stage for Mr. Brown’s acoustic guitar, w/15’ guitar cable) Keyboard 1 (Center stage) No substitutions please! Lower keyboard: Yamaha S90-ES 88-key, weighted action Upper keyboard: Korg Triton LE Two-tiered key stand for use in seated position Music stand with light Roc N Soc or similar heavy/duty drum throne (1) Small mixer or headphone amp for in-ears (2) Yamaha FC4 sustain pedals Keyboards 2 (Stage Right) (1) Roland A90-EX 88 key controller- no exceptions, no substitutions (1) Roland XP-80 76-key synth (1) Keyboard analog mixer. Requirements: Minimum 16 line inputs, minimum 4 busses with headphone output Suitable analog mixers:

Mackie 1604 VLZ PRO Mackie 1604 VLZ Mackie 1604 VLZ3 16 channel or greater Midas Venice. Questions/doubts: Please call 30 days in advance (702-614-1334)

(1) Two-tier, adjustable keyboard stand for use in seated position (1) Roc N Soc or other heavy duty adjustable drum throne (4) Roland EV5 continuous controller (volume) pedals (2) Roland compatible sustain pedals (1) Music stand with light (1) Percussion table for on-stage computer


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Drum Set Drum brand preference (in order): 1. Yamaha 2. Tama 3. Pearl

14" x 5.5" Wood Snare Drum with stand

13" Piccolo Snare Drum with stand

22"x16" Bass Drum

10” and 12” Toms with mounting hardware for mounting on bass drum

16"x16" Freestanding floor tom with legs Roc N Soc or comparable professional drum throne - must have wide bike seat, be able to adjust height and be in PERFECT working condition. No hydraulics please (1) Yamaha or DW Hi Hat stand with clutch and 3 legs that rotate 360 degrees (1) DW 5000 or 9000 Double Bass Drum Pedal with drum key (5) Yamaha or comparative boom cymbal stands with functional felts and rubber/plastic sleeves HEADS (New Remo): Powerstroke 3 or 4 on kick CS Coated Reverse Dot on 14” snare, Coated Ambassador on 13” snare Coated Emperor on tom tops, Clear Ambassador on tom bottoms No-logo black head on bass drum front with 6" hole CYMBALS: (Sabian HHX or Zildjian K) 20" Ride, 14”, 16", 18" and 19” crashes, 14" hats One large cowbell with multi-mount for cymbal stand Behringer 802 or comparable small mixer for in-ear mix On venues with wooden floor stages, a DRUM CARPET must be provided. Suggested size:8x8 Not a blanket, but a carpet large enough to accommodate the drum set.


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GORDIE BROWN FOH INPUT LIST

Input Item Transducer Processor Stand

1 Kick Inside Beta 91 N/A

2 Kick Outside Beta 52 Short Boom

3 Snare Top SM57 Comp, Gate Short Boom

4 Piccolo Snare SM57 Comp, Gate Short Boom

5 Snare Bottom SM81 Short Boom

6 HH SM81 Short Boom

7 T1 SM57 Gate Short Boom



10 OH L SM81 Tall Boom

11 OH R SM81 Tall Boom

12 Bass DI Comp N/A

13 Guitar Mic 1 SM57 Short Boom

14 Guitar Mic 2 SM57 Short Boom

15 S.L. Keys Upper L DI N/A

16 S.L. Keys Upper R DI N/A

17 S.L. Keys Lower L DI N/A

18 S.L. Keys Lower R DI N/A

19 S.R. Keys Upper L DI N/A

20 S.R. Keys Upper R DI N/A

21 S.R. Keys Lower L DI N/A

22 S.R. Keys Lower R DI N/A

23 Gordie AC Gtr. DI Comp N/A

24 Vocal - Bass Beta 58 Comp Tall Boom

25 Vocal - Guitar Beta 58 Comp Tall Boom

26 Vocal - Gordie Beta 87 Wireless Comp Straight, Round

27 Vocal - Gordie B/U Beta 87 Wireless Comp Set On Table

28 V.O.G. (FOH) Beta 58 Comp

FX 1 Drum Reverb

FX 2 VOC Reverb

FX 3 Mono Delay

FX 4 Long Delay


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KEYBOARD 1

KEYBOARD 2

GTR AMP

GTR AMP

DRUMS

(IN EARS) MIX 7

(IN EARS) MIX 5

(IN EARS) MIX 4 BASS


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SPECIAL NOTES

AUDIENCE MUST BE UP CLOSE, preferably within 5 feet and no further than 8 feet away. No dance

floor in front of stage. If dance floor is needed, place to left or right of stage or in the middle of venue.

CENTERPIECES

For dinner shows, should not exceed 12 inches in height to assure an unobstructed view of the stage

performance from all angles. Artist, at his sole discretion, reserves the right to have all centerpieces

removed from the tables prior to performance.

DRESSING ROOMS

Gordie Brown, Band and Production Crew will require the exclusive use of two (2) private, secure

dressing rooms in close proximity to the stage.

CATERING REQUIREMENTS

A. Dressing Rooms: Band for 5 people

10 Non-sparkling bottled water

10 Sparkling bottled water

Table

5 Chairs

Lights

Mirror

B. Gordie Brown Dressing room for 3 people

6 Non-sparkling bottled water

6 Sparkling bottled water

Table

3 Chairs

Lights

Mirror

REHEARSAL SCHEDULES

The technical lighting and sound rehearsal(s) shall be arranged and mutually agreed upon between all

parties involved.

ENTIRE PRODUCTION (STAGE, SOUND, LIGHTS) MUST BE SET UP AND

COMPLETELY OPERATIONAL 1 HOUR PRIOR TO ARTIST'S SOUND CHECK. NO

EXCEPTIONS!!!!!

AGREED TO AND ACCEPTED:

PURCHASER: _________________________________________________________

ARTIST: ______________________________________________________________


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