Rider Rundown

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If you’re booking shows or heading out on tour, it’s worth putting together a basic tech and hospitality rider. Not because you’re trying to be Beyoncé (unless you are, in which case, go off), but because it helps venues and sound techs know what to expect and it makes your day way smoother.

Here’s a simple guide to what each rider is, why it matters, and how to write one that won’t get eye rolls.