RollingStone & StayOut
You know, I've been mapping out the most reliable off‑grid spots for a gig on the road. Got any tips on where to snag the best acoustics while still keeping it low‑maintenance?
Yo, hit the big open fields and the canyon walls – they’re natural amplifiers. A wide, flat desert plain gives that echo you want, but keep the sand low so you don’t have to dig up a stage. If you can, find a small canyon with rock walls that hug you like a hug from an old friend – the acoustics are killer and you only need a simple wooden frame for a stage. For maintenance, ditch heavy gear – use a portable battery pack, solar panels, and a tiny, fold‑out stage made of reclaimed wood. And keep the sound system minimal: a decent mic, a small amp, and a couple of subwoofers buried in the dirt. That way, you’re out there with the stars, the wind, and only the simplest gear humming along.