Posts by Sharon Gross
We Came as Romans ‘Blooms’ In the Dark with Bandit Lighting
NASHVILLE, TN – We Came As Romans recently wrapped the fall leg of their “Darkbloom II” headlining tour, a 30-date run with a lighting system from Bandit Lites. The metalcore band kicked off on October 10 in Indianapolis and made its way throughout the country, culminating in Nashville, Tennessee on November 19. Lighting designer Corbin…
Read MoreOriginal Bandit Brent Barrett Retires
NASHVILLE, TN – It is with both pride and sadness that Bandit Lites announces that an original Bandit, Brent Barrett, has moved into his richly deserved retirement. Brent, along with Founder Michael T. Strickland, first met in grade school in Kingsport, Tennessee. Neither knew this meeting would culminate in a strong bond and friendship that…
Read MoreBandit Lites Partners with Belmont’s Student-Run Pop Showcase
NASHVILLE, TN – The Belmont University Pop Showcase, an annual concert featuring Belmont’s best pop acts, returned to the Curb Event Center October 28th with a lighting system provided by Bandit Lites. The concert acts as a competition, with the artists who perform having underwent a rigorous evaluation including demo submissions and live auditions. The…
Read MoreBandit Lites Nominated for Pollstar Awards Concert Visuals Company of the Year
NASHVILLE, TN – Bandit Lites is finishing 2023 with yet another nomination for Concert Visuals Company of the Year at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards where the industry gathers to honor the top tours, venues, live music executives, agencies, production companies and more in over 40 categories. “Bandit is again humbled and honored to be…
Read MoreBandit Lites Nominated for Lighting Company of the Year
NASHVILLE, TN – It is with enormous pride that Bandit Lites shares its nomination for Lighting Company of the Year at the 22nd Annual Parnelli Awards. Since 2001, the award recognizes “pioneering, influential professionals and their contributions, honoring individuals, companies, and game-changing products.” Bandit Lites continues to lead in lighting and 2023 was another banner…
Read MoreBandit Brings Lights to Birthday Bash with Sir Elton John
NASHVILLE, TN – When Jimmy John’s founder Jimmy Liautaub threw a party for his wife Leslie’s birthday, he had one surprise she absolutely did not see coming: a serenade from her favorite musician, the legendary Sir Elton John. Bandit Lites illuminated the stage for the Rocketman’s 12 song set at Nashville’s Supper Club at The…
Read MoreHARDY and Designer Trevor Drawdy Launch Fall Arena Tour with Bandit Lites
NASHVILLE, TN – HARDY, one of country music’s hardest rocking singer-songwriters, is out on his debut arena tour with a lighting package from Bandit Lites. The Mockingbird & The Crow Tour, named for his highest charting album to date, merges his country roots and rock sound, to deliver music that rings true for his millions…
Read MoreUniversity of Tennessee Volunteers Deliver ‘Nightmare at Neyland’ with Bandit Lites
KNOXVILLE, TN – When the University of Tennessee Volunteers took to the field at Neyland Stadium against South Carolina, Tennessee went “Dark Mode” for the night game matchup, wearing all black uniforms on the field before they brought home another victory. Bandit Lites once again upped the ante for the “Nightmare at Neyland” fan experience,…
Read MoreEmily Ann Roberts Shines at Bijou Theatre with Bandit Lites
KNOXVILLE, TN – Bandit Lites is immensely proud to light up American country singer Emily Ann Roberts at her album release concert at her hometown Knoxville’s Bijou Theatre. Before she even graduated from high school, Roberts made a name for herself on Blake Shelton’s team on NBC’s The Voice. As the runner up for the…
Read MoreBlack Veil Brides Bring Bandit on the Road
NASHVILLE, TN – As 2023 dips into shorter nights and colder seasons, American rock band Black Veil Brides is transporting fans into a transcendent gothic heavy metal revelry. Their tour kicked off in early September with Bandit Lites supplying the lighting. Mark Scherer, Bandit Lites Client Representative, worked closely with the band to craft a…
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