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Music Interviews · Nicholas DeLaCruz

This Is DeLaCruz

by Nicholas DeLaCruz

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 that make touring unforgettable. Whether you’re a fan, a musician, or just curious about what happens beyond the spotlight, this podcast is your all-access pass to the world of live music.

Latest episodes

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On the Road With Zach Myers of Shinedown

Send us Fan Mail Go on the road with Zach Myers of Shinedown for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life on tour. In this episode Zach takes us inside the world of

Nov 6
1 h 04 min

Running Sound for Charlie Puth (Mike Schaeffer & Josh Cruz)

Send us Fan Mail This one was too good for a single episode. In this two-part interview, I sit down with Mike Schaeffer, FOH Engineer for Charlie Puth, and Josh Cruz, M

Oct 12
1 h 05 min

Running Sound for Lindsey Stirling (Sage Tichenor)

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it takes to make a Lindsey Stirling show sound as massive, detailed, and dynamic as it looks? In this episode of This Is DeLaCruz, I s

Oct 9
55 min

The Man Behind Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Aerosmith & More (Toby Francis)

Send us Fan Mail Toby Francis has mixed some of the biggest artists and most iconic live shows in music history. In this sit-down interview, Toby shares stories and les

Sep 30
1 h 02 min

Tour Manager for Max McNown

Send us Fan Mail Extended Versions 👇 YouTube Membership: http://youtube.com/channel/UC87o5nnsjldToX-uP8TlYeA/join   Patreon: http://patreon.com/ThisIsDeLaCruz  Running

Sep 24
42 min

On the Road with Luke Combs

Send us Fan Mail This episode of This Is DeLaCruz is sponsored by Shure Huge thank you to Shure for supporting the channel and helping us continue telling the stories of

Aug 17
2 h 41 min

Monitor Engineer for Dance Gavin Dance (Christian Giroux)

Send us Fan Mail Go behind the scenes with Christian Giroux, monitor engineer for Dance Gavin Dance, and learn what it takes to keep one of the most dynamic live bands s

Aug 3
12 min

Running Sound for The Phil Collins Story (Theodor Woolsey)

Send us Fan Mail Extended Versions 👇 YouTube Membership: http://youtube.com/channel/UC87o5nnsjldToX-uP8TlYeA/join   Patreon: http://patreon.com/ThisIsDeLaCruz  In this

Jul 20
59 min

Running Sound for Mariah The Scientist (Joe Traux)

Send us Fan Mail Running sound for an artist is about far more than pushing faders—it's about translating their music into an unforgettable live experience. In thi

Jul 6
40 min

Josh Ross — Inside the Monitor Mix (Brent Washburn)

Send us Fan Mail The audience hears the front-of-house mix. The artist hears something completely different. In this episode, I sit down with Brent Washburn, the Monito

Jun 22
18 min

Josh Ross — Running Sound for a Rising Country Star (Jordan Waller)

Send us Fan Mail Every great live show has someone behind the console making thousands of decisions in real time. In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Waller, the Fr

Jun 8
33 min

Bruno Mars — How This Show Sounds So Perfect Live (Sean Sully)

Send us Fan Mail Bruno Mars’ live show is known for its precision, energy, and a sound that feels almost perfect every single night. Behind that experience is a level of

May 27
1 h 08 min

Before the Show Starts with Couch (Chris DiCorpo & BT Odoy)

Send us Fan Mail What actually happens before the doors open? In this episode, we go on the road with Couch for a full behind-the-scenes look at show day, following the

May 19
54 min

Hunter Hayes — From Idea to Stage

Send us Fan Mail Hunter Hayes doesn’t just show up and play the show, he is deeply involved in building the entire experience. In this episode, I sit down with Hunter H

May 11
1 h 25 min

Burna Boy - What Fans Never See (Temiday Qladehin)

Send us Fan Mail 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 s

May 4
46 min

Riley Green Backline Tech (Kaden Creamer)

Send us Fan Mail 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

Apr 28
17 min

How Maren Morris Sounds This Good Live (Jacob Cady)

Send us Fan Mail Maren Morris’ live show is built on powerful vocals, tight musicianship, and a sound that has to translate seamlessly across every venue. In this episod

Apr 21
50 min

The Business of Starting a Band Nobody Warns You About (Tyler Burgess)

Send us Fan Mail Tyler Burgess has played the biggest stages, toured at multiple levels, and seen firsthand what it takes to make a band work. But with American Monster,

Apr 13
1 h 40 min

The Sound of Post Malone (Kevin “KB” Brown)

Send us Fan Mail Behind the scenes with Kevin “KB” Brown, the front-of-house engineer for Post Malone. In this candid conversation, KB shares what it takes to craft the

Apr 6
1 h 04 min

What Andrea Bocelli Hears on Stage (Stefano Serpagli)

Send us Fan Mail When you’re supporting one of the most recognizable and powerful voices in the world, there is no margin for error. In this episode, I sit down with St

Mar 30
26 min

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