Playback engineering for Montell Fish

Montell Fish's live show blends atmospheric production with raw, emotional performance. Behind the scenes, that sound depends on a tight technical setup of playback, synced instruments and a stage rig that works every night. I joined the touring team to manage the playback system and support the band's backline throughout the run of shows.

The story

Modern live shows often sit somewhere between band performance and electronic production. For Montell Fish, playback was the foundation that let the live elements sit naturally inside the sound of the records.

My role was to run and maintain the playback rig, keep sync reliable across the band's setup, and support the backline so the show moved smoothly from venue to venue. Different stages and technical setups mean constant problem-solving; the job is keeping the music consistent whatever the conditions.

The result

The playback system was a stable backbone for the production across the tour. With the technical side running smoothly each night, the focus stayed where it should be: on the performance, the energy in the room and the connection with the audience.