Though they may have fallen out of the spotlight in recent years, alternative rock group Third Eye Blind recently began a festival tour across North America, accompanied by a mood-setting light show. Designed by a Denver-based expert, Mitchell Schellenger, the light show was created to mimic natural lighting, specifically a sunset.
"The band doesn't always have a headline slot, and when that happens they don't have the luxury of performing in complete darkness," said Schellenger, according to Studio Live Design. "So we decided to mimic the look of sunset with warm pretty light on stage. To do that we needed really bright fixtures."
Schellenger explained that he needed moveable lights to quickly switch up the mood and focus for different songs, as well as a show opener and closer sequence designed to impress the audience.
Using gobo lights, any musician or band can attain a higher level of visual entertainment by accompanying their tunes with a light show. From unique uses of color to a custom gobo design that includes the band's logo, the right lighting will make a huge difference in the crowd's mood and appreciation. Schellenger noted that he has received feedback on social media, with fans responding very positively to the lighting for the Third Eye Blind shows.
The right application of lights and gobo patterns could be the difference between an okay show and a memorable one for both your band and your fans. Contact Gobosource for advice on designing the perfect gobos and getting them custom made just for you. Our team is dedicated to creating the perfect gobo for your needs, and we'll keep making proofs for your, at no charge, until you have a design that you're happy with. Contact us today for more information!
