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2 Promoters, 1 Pod

ArcTanGent & Damnation
Arctangent
Damnation Festival
Merchandise
2000 Trees
Festival Clashes
Clash Finder
Festival Scheduling
Music Discovery
Bob Vylan
Lou's Brews
Heilung
Creeper
Arctangent Festival
Music Festivals Industry
Live Nation
Festival Riders
Salvation Festival
2000 Trees Festival
Music Promotion
Download Festival

ArcTanGent and Damnation organisers, James Scarlett and Gavin McInally, discuss the good, the bad and the downright ridiculous of promoting festivals.

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Latest Episodes

Gav and James sit down for their third pod in six days (before the big man left on holiday) and leave no stone unturned in their search for fresh chat. 

AI bands, end-of-days conspiracy theories, cartoon reviews, football analogues, restaurant bloop... more

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Gav and James dive back into the mailbag to address the pressing matters of the day: best and worst festivals, that elusive Mars Volta booking and whether negative reaction to the pod from within the music business could see it killed off. 

But befo... more

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We've heard the stories of chaotic first years of 2000trees as James and his band of merry men tried to find their feet as festival organisers.

But what we haven't heard about - until now - was their secret weapon for success: a woman who already ha... more

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The dreaded clashfinder, followed by the tsunami of complaints. A bleak annual onslaught every festival promoter dreads.

But what actually goes into putting that particular puzzle together?

Well there's the contractual obligations, and then the obv... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Scarlett
Co-owner of the Two Thousand Trees festival and part of ArcTanGent
Episode: Customer Help Desk (with Rob Scarlett)
James Spence
Booking agent and member of Rolo Tomassi
Atonal agency, Rolo Tomassi
Episode: Carving a Career in Live Music (with James Spence)
Meryl Streek
Avant-garde punk musician
Episode: The Industry with Meryl Streek
Stinky Pete
Toilet operations manager for festivals
Episode: Stinky Pete
Haydn Britland
Prominent music agent representing several bands
Agent for bands like Cult of Luna and Envy
Episode: Being Our Agent... with Haydn Britland
John Rostron
CEO of the Association of Independent Festivals
Association of Independent Festivals
Episode: Festivals in Crisis (featuring John Rostron)
Andy Farrow
Manager for prominent bands including Devin Townsend, Opeth, and Paradise Lost.
Northern Music Company
Episode: The Band Manager with Andy Farrow
Tom Begley
Member of the band Bossk
Bossk
Episode: Countdown to ArcTanGent (feat. Bossk)
Frank Turner
An influential singer-songwriter known for his compelling storytelling and energetic live performances.
2,000 Trees Festival
Episode: Talking 2000trees with Frank Turner

Hosts

James Scarlett
Co-host and promoter of music festivals, sharing insights into the challenges and joys of festival organization.
Gavin McInally
Co-host and festival organizer, offering perspectives on the live music industry and the experience of promoting festivals.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 826 ratings
  • Supurb insights into the festival and music sector

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PapaW
    a month ago
  • Brilliant

    This may be the greatest podcast in the world. Amazing insight into this part of the music business

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PedroS555
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great Pod

    Really good to have an insight into the behind the scenes and catch up on the news in alternative music. Bonus - it’s always hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FearOfMoomins
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Bob Vylan is a hero

    Bob Vylan is a hero and anyone that thinks otherwise lacks humanity, compassion, empathy and basic critical thinking skills tbh. FREE PALESTINE.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Camera_add
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Great content, terrible sound.

    These guys have great insights and stories. Genuinely interesting fellas. But please sort the sound out. Levels are all over the shop and one sounds like they are in an echo chamber. Can barely hear it sometimes on full volume. Just buy a cheap blue yeti and run it through a levelator. Sorted

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Fugaziuk
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Banking Ballaches, Stalking The Mars Volta & The End of 2 Promoters… Q&A17
Q: Will Damnation continue as a two-day festival?
Yes, next year will definitely be a two-day festival as I have enjoyed the process and the lineup opportunities it provides.
Banking Ballaches, Stalking The Mars Volta & The End of 2 Promoters… Q&A17
Q: Has booking a two-day festival been easier or harder than a one-day version?
It's not harder; it's actually felt easier due to having more freedom in scheduling. It allows for a more diverse lineup without the constraints of a single day.
Banking Ballaches, Stalking The Mars Volta & The End of 2 Promoters… Q&A17
Q: How much of your booking decisions are swayed by booking agents?
It's not really about the agent but the band. If I want a band, I'll try to book them regardless of who their agent is. However, a good agent can make the process smoother, which influences my approach.
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Q: What is a day or a week in the life of running 2 Promoters 1 Pod like?
It's quite chaotic; we don't have a strict plan but adapt each week based on what comes up in the industry.
Hacking Spotify, Merch Budgets & Battlejackets - Q&A 15
Q: Are either Trees, ATG, or Damnation going to grow beyond their current labels, as small and mid-sized festivals?
No, there is no intention to grow beyond mid-sized festivals as it could compromise their unique feel.

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A vibrant exploration into the world of music festivals through the eyes of seasoned promoters James Scarlett and Gavin McInally. Listeners are treated to a candid mix of insights, anecdotes, and industry challenges surrounding the promotion of festivals like ArcTanGent and Damnation. Each episode weaves together humor and thought-provoking discussions, delving into festival planning, artist bookings, ticket sales, and personal stories from the field, creating an engaging blend that appeals to both music enthusiasts and those curious about the behind-the-scenes of live events. The hosts' chemistry and relatable banter enrich the listening experience, offering both entertainment and enlightenment about the complexities of live music events.

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