It’s nine miles from Ladbrooke Grove to Alexandra Palace, from AJ Tracey’s home turf to the heart of Muswell Hill, a short hop by car, yet a huge milestone on the career of this bright new star. Two sold-out shows at the hallowed London venue November 8th & 9th, saw ecstatic fans surround a central stage as dazzling as the man’s own charisma.
“I certainly felt this was a career highlight,” said Production Manager Joel Stanley. “Bronski, (Creative Director) and I had a long chat; the show would be streamed live so we knew it had to be the best quality for everything. Time was short, we hit the ground running, there was no time for introductions.”
Two intense production meetings later saw Video Design chosen to supply the stunning four-sided LED display above stage that Bronski conceived to contextualise the energy of AJ Tracey’s performance beneath it. Neg Earth supplied lights and rigging, while SSE provided sound. “Bronski’s creative side knows no bounds,” continued Stanley. “He confounds us all with ever more amazing platforms for his performers. Choosing vendors we have worked with before like Neg Earth, SSE and Video Design proved pivotal, most of the crew chiefs knew each other from jobs they had done with me previously. When planning time is short such relationships are crucial.”
“Video Design are a good example of what we needed,” continued Stanley. “Bronski and I agreed they would give more care and attention to the job. That’s what made this work so well. Come load-in, low and behold Alex (Leinster) was there, getting his hands dirty. I’m not sure I could say that about other video company CEOs. That’s where pressure gets released. On a central stage when all departments are working in the same space stresses can arise. Yes, we had a couple of small hiccups in our plan, but I never once heard anyone shouting, everyone worked harmoniously. I won’t be forgetting this show in a while. I’m very grateful to Alex and the other suppliers for helping us pull this off. A terrific show for a terrific performer.”