The Scoop
A look at inclusivity and accessibiltiy initiatives in the live music scene.
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Coldplay
Coldplay took sustainability and inclusivity to a whole new level on their Music of the Spheres tour. "We want our concerts to be accessible for everyone, and for everyone to have the best possible experience." says the statement on the bands website.
From sign language interpreters and Subpacs for their D/deaf and hard of hearing guests, sensory bags and refuge stations provided by KultureCity, and touch tours for their blind or low vision guests, Coldplay made sure everyone's needs were taken into consideration.
They also care about our planet by making their latest tour as sustainable and low-carbon as possible guided by their three key prnciples:
REDUCE consumption, recycle extensively, and cut their CO2 emissions by 50%.
REINVENT by supporting new green technologies and develop new sustainable, super-low carbon touring methods.
RESTORE by making their tour as environmentally beneficial as possible by funding a portfolio of nature-and technology-based projects and by drawing down significantly more CO2 than the tour produced.
You can learn more about Coldplay's sustainability initiative on their website.
From sign language interpreters and Subpacs for their D/deaf and hard of hearing guests, sensory bags and refuge stations provided by KultureCity, and touch tours for their blind or low vision guests, Coldplay made sure everyone's needs were taken into consideration.
They also care about our planet by making their latest tour as sustainable and low-carbon as possible guided by their three key prnciples:
REDUCE consumption, recycle extensively, and cut their CO2 emissions by 50%.
REINVENT by supporting new green technologies and develop new sustainable, super-low carbon touring methods.
RESTORE by making their tour as environmentally beneficial as possible by funding a portfolio of nature-and technology-based projects and by drawing down significantly more CO2 than the tour produced.
You can learn more about Coldplay's sustainability initiative on their website.
Dopapod
Dopapod's drummer, Neal "Fro" Evans, played the very first Shine Music Festival in 2021.
During his interview with award-winning director Nigel Dick, Neal discussed his thoughts on accessibility at festivals. "It's really like a back of the mind scenerio, which is really unfortunate and sad because obviously they deserve every bit of access to these experiences as everybody else. Very often, it can always be better."
In 2022, Dopapod chose Iowa based nonprofit Camp Courageous as their charity to receive proceeds from that year's tour. Fast forward to Shine Music Festival 2023, where Camp Courageous travelled over 800 miles to bring 13 campers to Shine Music Festival in Denver.
Catch Dopapod on tour at a city near you!
During his interview with award-winning director Nigel Dick, Neal discussed his thoughts on accessibility at festivals. "It's really like a back of the mind scenerio, which is really unfortunate and sad because obviously they deserve every bit of access to these experiences as everybody else. Very often, it can always be better."
In 2022, Dopapod chose Iowa based nonprofit Camp Courageous as their charity to receive proceeds from that year's tour. Fast forward to Shine Music Festival 2023, where Camp Courageous travelled over 800 miles to bring 13 campers to Shine Music Festival in Denver.
Catch Dopapod on tour at a city near you!
So Ready for ADA
Collin McSpirit, a music lover and Goose fan, created the Facebook group “So Ready for ADA” as a resource for Goose fans to share venue accessibility information for upcoming Goose shows. "I started So Ready For ADA because I personally live with mental and physical disabilities due to my motorcycle accident." said Collin. "After recovering, I started going to shows and quickly realized how difficult it was. I created the group so Goose fans with mental and physical disabilities can talk about all their problems.” With over 250 members in just 7 short months, the group shares their firsthand experiences at venues.
If you are interested in joining this private group, visit So Ready for ADA on Facebook.
If you are interested in joining this private group, visit So Ready for ADA on Facebook.
ADA seating at concerts, theaters, sports venues, etc.
In 2021, Shelley Jaspering started a Facebook group to provide helpful information on venue accessibility. "I started the group because I’ve always been a big concert goer and when I had my accident I wasn’t going to stop. I had issues with many older venues small ADA areas and wanted to join forces with others who wanted to help the community."
The group shares information based upon firsthand venue experiences as well as collective problem solving when it comes to ADA ticket issues. Ultimately, they support each other by providing a space to vent their frustrations and provide communication on accessibility in an industry that doesn't seem to take their needs into consideration.
For more information, visit their private Facebook group and become part of the solution!
The group shares information based upon firsthand venue experiences as well as collective problem solving when it comes to ADA ticket issues. Ultimately, they support each other by providing a space to vent their frustrations and provide communication on accessibility in an industry that doesn't seem to take their needs into consideration.
For more information, visit their private Facebook group and become part of the solution!