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This Is DeLaCruz

Nicholas DeLaCruz
Sound Engineering
Music Industry
Audio Engineering
Touring
Live Music
Disturbed
Live Sound Engineering
Live Performance
Live Sound
Live Sound Mixing
Alice Cooper
Tour Management
Monitor Engineering
Lighting Design
Nashville
Audio Mixing
Kenny Chesney
Falling In Reverse
Killswitch Engage
Audio Technology

Hosted by Nick DeLaCruz, This Is DeLaCruz takes you behind the scenes of live music with both the bands on stage and the unsung heroes who keep the show alive. Each episode features real conversations with artists, engineers, techs, and crew, pulling back the curtain on life on the road. From the chaos of soundcheck to the rush of showtime, they share the triumphs, struggles, and untold stories th... more

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Hunter Hayes doesn’t just show up and play the show, he is deeply involved in building the entire experience.

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Burna Boy’s live show is built on energy, rhythm, and a sound that has to translate across cultures, countries, and massive crowds. In this episode, I sit down with Temiday Qladehin, the Front of House engineer for Burna Boy, to tal... more

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Kaden Creamer isn’t just setting the stage — he’s making sure the entire show runs like a well-oiled machine. As backline tech for Riley Green, Kaden is responsible for every piece of gear behind the performance, from guitars and am... more

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Maren Morris’ live show is built on powerful vocals, tight musicianship, and a sound that has to translate seamlessly across every venue. In this episode, I sit down with Jacob Cady, the Front of House engineer for Maren Morris, to ... more

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Temidayo Oladeyin
Music director, live sound engineer, and producer with extensive Afrobeat experience
Freelance / Works with artists including Burna Boy
Episode: Burna Boy - What Fans Never See (Temiday Qladehin)
Kaden Creamer
Backline Tech for Riley Green
Riley Green
Episode: Riley Green Backline Tech (Kaden Creamer)
Jacob Cady
Live sound engineer for Maren Morris
Maren Morris Band / FOH Engineer
Episode: How Maren Morris Sounds This Good Live (Jacob Cady)
Tyler Burgess
Singer, songwriter for American Monster
American Monster
Episode: The Business of Starting a Band Nobody Warns You About (Tyler Burgess)
Kevin Brown
KB, live sound engineer and monitor/front of house engineer for major artists
Various (notably Post Malone)
Episode: The Sound of Post Malone (Kevin “KB” Brown)
Stefano Serpagli
Monitor engineer on Andrea Bocelli tour
Andrea Bocelli Tour
Episode: What Andrea Bocelli Hears on Stage (Stefano Serpagli)
Carter Luckett
Monitor engineer for Benson Boone
Episode: How Benson Boone Stays Locked In Live (Carter Luckett)
Loreen Bohannon
Front of house and monitor engineer; per episode discusses career
Audio engineering in live music
Episode: Mixing a Rising Star — Elliot James Reay (Loreen Bohannon)
Harry Collins
Sound/Front-of-House Engineer for Boyce Avenue
Boyce Avenue
Episode: His First Tour Ever — Running Sound for Boyce Avenue (Harry Collins)

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Nick DeLaCruz
Host focused on behind-the-scenes live music stories, bringing engineers and crew into the spotlight.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great content

    I have been following your website, YouTube channel, and podcast for quite a while now. I want you to know that I really appreciate your content and how you include the technical, educational, and personal within your work. Great job please keep giving us more and thanks for a great variety of people that you showcase!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VocalPerformance
    United States2 years ago
  • So happy to have stumbled upon this podcast!

    As a music lover I enjoy being able to dive in deeper with what exactly goes on behind the scenes of some of my favorite bands. Looking forward to seeing what else This Is DeLaCruz adds to his lineup.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    manda.lizabeth
    United States2 years ago
  • Educational and Inspirational

    I absolutely love this podcast! As a total newbie in the audio mixing world, this podcast has opened my eyes to the industry as a whole. I love hearing the pro’s stories of the journey from novice to running sound for some of the hottest acts out there. Great job, Nick! Don’t stop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rufus1911
    United States2 years ago
  • A Wealth of Knowledge

    As someone who mainly does studio engineering I’ve learned so much from these that carries over from live sound to studio. I don’t often find videos or podcasts like these that can be so informative and entertaining at the same time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanSandlin
    United States2 years ago

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His First Tour Ever — Running Sound for Boyce Avenue (Harry Collins)
Q: What was the hardest part of stepping into tour life for you?
The hardest part was setting up and micing everything on the fly, especially without a dedicated guitar or stage tech, which required learning the physical setup from pictures and being self-reliant on day one.
His First Tour Ever — Running Sound for Boyce Avenue (Harry Collins)
Q: How did you get connected with Boyce Avenue and land your first tour?
I started at a production company, met John Rupp who worked with the band, and afterward got invited on tour after a festival connection and a plan to go to Australia last November.
Inside Lorde’s World — Through the Ears of Her Monitor Engineer (Kevin Glendenning)
Q: What was the one time in your career that you felt like, wow, I really made it?
Getting yelled at at the Grammys when I was 25 and mixing Gwen Stefani, convincing the team to bring in a specific analog compressor to ensure Gwen heard herself properly, and realizing I'd reached a high level of responsibility and recognition.
Mixing a Legend: Running Sound for Andrea Bocelli (Davide Lombardi)
Q: What would you like to see manufacturers focus on?
Manufacturers should focus a bit more on audio quality rather than just marketing.
Mixing a Legend: Running Sound for Andrea Bocelli (Davide Lombardi)
Q: What do you think is the difference between a good engineer and a great engineer?
The great engineer is able to listen to the music and reproduce the music that's coming from the stage while respecting the artist.

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What is This Is DeLaCruz about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on the behind-the-scenes world of live music, featuring conversations with engineers, techs, and crew who keep tours sounding tight and performers looking polished. Episodes commonly explore front-of-house and monitor workflows, on-stage communication, gear and macro-driven setups, and the hustle of breaking into or advancing in live sound and touring roles. Notable throughlines include mentorship, hands-on practical tips, and real-world anecdotes from the road, with guests ranging from FOH engineers to lighting designers and drum techs. The format tends to blend technical insights with career storytelling, making it valuable for aspiring live-sound pros, touring crews, and brands looking to connect with industry professional... more

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3. Jacob Cady
4. Tyler Burgess
5. Kevin Brown
6. Stefano Serpagli
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