Tom Addison has 30 years of experience in live music touring. He has worked with acts including Good Charlotte, Courtney Love/Hole, Cobra Starship, Butch Walker, Meghan Trainor, Dierks Bentley and Weezer. From sleeping in vans at remote truck stops to managing tours with 20 trucks and over 100 touring personnel, Tom has experienced every corner of the touring world. “Every little club, arena, or stadium I’ve ever set foot in has been part of an amazing journey. The good, the bad, and the ugly - I wouldn’t change a thing.”

With an emphasis on crew unity, Tom believes that a touring crew can never be 100% unless every one of them respect each other, love their jobs and are exactly where they want to be. Unlike many in tour management, Tom is equally at home as Tour Manager or Production Manager. He is currently finishing his 4th year as PM for Weezer.  

It’s all about the show.  “Everything we have done throughout the entire show day, every bridle hung and every XLR run, leads up to that moment when I have the honor of cueing house lights and sending my artist on stage.  It’s a huge rush and it never gets old!” 

Dustin De Rosier began his touring career in 2007 and has worked with artists including Kelsea Ballerini, Jack Antonoff / Bleachers, Gavin DeGraw, Little Big Town and more. His experience spans domestic and international tours, from supporting in clubs to headlining arenas. Major festivals including Stage Coach, Download Festival & Rock Am Ring, along with award show performances including the Grammys, VMAs, Billboard Music Awards, and People’s Choice Awards. When not on the road, Dustin is with his dog Beau at his home in Nashville watching Dateline.

Mike Finn brings nearly 20 years of Tour Managing experience. Starting in Boston’s local music scene, he’s organized everything from basement shows and VFW hall gigs to stadiums. His career quickly expanded to global stages. Over the years, he’s worked with a diverse roster of artists, including Our Last Night, Mayday Parade, Boys Like Girls, Dillon Francis, Thomas Rhett, Morgan Wallen, and Imagine Dragons. In addition to his touring expertise, Mike is an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music where he teaches Concerts and Touring, sharing his knowledge and inspiring the next generation of music industry professionals.

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Erik’s background in the music business was formed as a member of the Student Activities Board Concert Committee while attending The University of Kentucky. After graduating in 1994, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career in the music business. By 1999 he was on the road as a Merchandise Manager and then Tour Manager but eventually transitioned to the role of Production Manager. Since 2005, Erik has overseen worldwide touring productions for Staind, Nelly Furtado, Alice In Chains, Rob Zombie, Billy Currington, Paramore and for the last 10 years, Miranda Lambert, including her Velvet Rodeo Las Vegas Residency. When not touring, Erik has spoken to music industry classes at Belmont University, MTSU and Point Park University. In 2024, he was part of the inaugural CMA Mentorship program.