This Is 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.
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Burna Boy - What Fans Never See (Temiday Qladehin)
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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 sit down with Temiday Qladehin, the Front of House engineer for Burna Boy, to talk about what it takes to bring that global sound to life every single night.
We dive into how he approaches mixing a show that blends Afro-fusion, live instrumentation, and powerful vocals, while keeping everything tight and impactful in a wide range of venues. Temiday shares insight into consistency on tour, adapting to different environments, and the responsibility of delivering a sound that connects with audiences around the world.
This conversation goes beyond just mixing, it’s about feel, musicality, and understanding how to support an artist whose sound moves people on a global scale.
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to make a show like this hit as hard live as it does on record, this is a look behind the console.
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