John Ryan
Self-employed
FOH Sound Engineer/Consultant
Naples, Italy
johnhenry.ryan@fastwebnet.it
Bi lingual, fluent in Italian and English. My main jobs lie within Italy, but I also work with international artists involved in European tours. I work with All Areas, a company that provides manpower for heavy touring and gigs. Clients:
Nile Rodgers & Chic in Europe 2006; Nello Daniele Club Tour, Italy; Bengo Festival, Italy; Croatian Ski opening night with Kool And The Gang.
Quote:
"I'm all ears for you."
Personal Info:
Born in Italy, in Naples. American and Italian parents have contributed to my love for travelling. I've always been involved in music in some way, and it soon became my career. I'm a pretty honest team leader, and my team is always great.
Equipment:
Yamaha digital desks: PM1D, PM5DRH, M7CL. Adamson Y-Axis Line Source Array.
Don't Leave Home Without:
…me!
Ben Blomander
Owner, Engineer
PB Pro-Audio & Lighting
Cranbrook, BC
benblomander@pbproaudio.com
Audio & lighting rentals, sales & installation
Clients:
Holly Cole, Colin James, Big Wreck, Nazareth
Quote:
"Go hard, or go home."
Personal Info:
I have been in the business for 20 years and enjoyed every second.
Working out, home life and playing guitar
Equipment:
Midas, EV Line Array, Shure, Neumann and Rode, QSC and Crown Power, Turbosound Monitors. Yamaha outboard and TC Electronics
Don't Leave Home Without:
LED Lights, Sharpie and Multimeter
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