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BANDIT LITES’ CHASE STRICKLAND NAMED TO KNOXVILLE 40 UNDER 40
Chase Strickland, Business Manager at Bandit Lites, was named to the Knoxville 40 best business leaders under 40 years of age. In the last three years, Chase has led innovation at Bandit with the creation and implementation of systems and metrics-based tracking services that have led to increased operational efficiency. Chase singlehandedly redefined the hiring…
Read MoreBandit Lites Powers Jason Aldean’s High-Energy Tour With Bandit Veteran Andy Knighton
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NASHVILLE, TN – [SEPT] – Country music superstar Jason Aldean is out on the road with a powerful lighting design that amplifies his rock-infused sound and high-energy performances. Bandit Lites is proud to supply the full lighting package for the tour, with design by Luz Studio’s Matthieu Larivee and lighting direction by…
Read MoreBandit Lites Powers Megan Moroney’s 2025 Tour with Bold, Theatrical Lighting Design by Cort Lawrence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nashville, TN – Country star Megan Moroney has launched her highly anticipated 2025 tour, featuring a bold and theatrical production designed by Cort Lawrence of Raw Cereal, powered by Bandit Lites. The result is a visually stunning show that mirrors Moroney’s artistry, emotional depth, and connection with her fans. “Megan Moroney’s 2025…
Read MoreBandit Lites Strengthens Technical and Facilities Teams with Four Skilled Additions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NASHVILLE, TN – Bandit Lites is proud to welcome four talented new team members whose expertise in technical services, IT, and facilities maintenance will further enhance the company’s ability to deliver world-class production support: Julio Villarreal as QC Coordinator, Sam Khamees as Electronics Technician, Nick Ehrhart as IT Support Technician, and Mason Whiffen as Facilities Maintenance Technician. Julio Villarreal – QC…
Read MoreACME Tornados Touch Down at Bandit Lites
Nashville, Tennessee – Bandit Lites is excited to announce the addition of the ACME Tornado to its lineup of cutting-edge concert touring inventory. Built to meet the demands of touring, the Tornado offers exceptional brightness with fast, precise beam controls. With its high output, wide zoom range, and advanced effects capabilities, the Tornado ensures dynamic,…
Read MoreBandit Lites Nashville Grows with New Gen8 Hires
Nashville, Tennessee – Bandit Lites Nashville office continues its growth in Gen8 with several new hires including Michael Holmes as Bandit’s Chain Hoist Technician. Holmes began his entertainment lighting career as a rigging technician working in the steel isle. He later joined a lighting company and was certified as a motor technician. At Bandit Holmes…
Read MoreBandit Lites Invests in New Claypaky Gear
Nashville, Tennessee – To keep up with the ever-growing list of tours hitting the road this year, Bandit Lites has invested in expanding their touring inventory with a significant purchase of Claypaky lighting fixtures. Working with Inner Circle Distribution (ICD), Claypaky’s exclusive US distributor and service network partners, this expansion ensures Bandit clients have the…
Read MoreBandit Lites Hires Quinton Christian as Facilities Manager
Nashville, Tennessee – 2025 continues to be a banner year of growth as Bandit Lites hires Quinton Christian as Facilities Manager to its Nashville office. As Facilities Manager, Christian will oversee the operations of Bandit’s largest warehouse, emphasizing safety, vendor maintenance and cost-effect measures to ensure an optimal work environment. Prior to joining Bandit, Christian…
Read MoreBandit Lites Awarded Parnelli for Lighting Company of the Year
Anaheim, California –The touring industry’s best gathered for the 23rd Annual Parnelli Awards during NAMM 2025 and Bandit Lites was proud to once again be awarded Lighting Company of the Year. Bandit Chair and founder, Michael T. Strickland, accepted the honor with Client Representative Mike Stanley joining him on stage. “Bandit is humbled to again…
Read MoreKent Shafferman has Left the Building: A Remembrance by Michael T. Strickland
Nashville, Tennessee – To say Kent Shafferman was Bandit Lites is an understatement. Sadly, Kent passed away early in the morning January 22nd, 2025. Kent started at Bandit in 1976 at the ripe old age of 16. His first job was with Michael T. Strickland driving in a snowstorm to Lexington, Kentucky for a Conway…
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