We sit down with tour manager Jamie Mayes to unpack the realities of life on the road - from early mornings and late-night settlements to the unseen logistics that keep tours running smoothly.

Blending scientific precision with the chaos and creativity of the road, this interview explores the unconventional career path of a tour manager whose journey spans professional dance, nursing, PhD research, and full-time touring.

Merchandiser & designer, Ellie Stanbury's talents range from setting up an epic merch table to eye-catching merch designs, and we had the pleasure of catching up with her to chat about how she got started and the lessons learned along the way.