Fighting The Villain – TOUR TIPS

This set of Tour Tips was written by the progressive rock band, Fighting The Villain. You can check out their tips for being on the road, after the break.

1. Public restrooms are your best friend. That’s where you will most likely shower, poop, pee, brush your teeth, wash your hair and put your makeup on and dance in front of a mirror. Also bring extra seat covers and toilet paper, take them when ever you can!!! Because some restrooms may not supply you with any if you are lucky enough to find a restroom.

2. Pack healthy snacks, buy healthy snacks. Touring is rough and you need food to help keep you feeling GOOD on tour. Protein, fruits and veggies are the best options.

3. Always have an energetic co- pilot just in case you are driving and get sleepy. You can avoid many accidents on the road this way! Have something to do in the van to stay awake when you are driving. One thing that worked for us is listening to rap beats on Pandora and take turns free styling over all the beats. It was hilarious, the more you suck at it the funnier it gets.

4. Always make friends! You might want to come back to that venue on the next tour! You might need a house to crash at, place to shower, or even get free food. You’re gonna be seeing the bands you’re on tour with for quite some time, might as well become best friends and make the best of your journey.

5. Baby Wipes! Remember, touring is not about luxury. Most of the time you don’t have the chance to find a place to shower so baby wipes are very necessary. It will keep you temporarily clean and less smelly until you do get to take a shower, and when you do it will be the best shower in the world.

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