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TMT:105 Alex Bruford On Fixing Live’s Economics

6 Sep 2026 · 59 min

Welcome to The Money Trench! This week, Mark is joined by Alex Bruford, Agent and Co-Founder of ROAM.

After starting his career as a drummer and tour-managing around the world, Alex has transitioned to the booking agent side of the business with Reprise, ATC Live and now ROAM.

The pair discuss Fontaines DC’s latest landmark shows, Nick Cave’s record-breaking Brighton show, and the devastation of Brexit on touring.

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