Got the artist’s approval to shoot them at their next show but was never able to get in contact with their management. With less than a week and still no contact, my photo classmates and professor suggested showing up and just trying to make my way in. Getting the artists OK is cool and all but I feel like management has all the control and final say. Has anyone just showed up and smooth-talked their way into shooting a show?
It all comes down to the tour manager of the headliner, he/she is the final level of approval. Even if the venue has an issue with you, if you can get a hold of your band contact and they can get to the tour manager…. You will be fine.