Tour life in summer: What nobody tells you beforehand

Dreaming of summer on tour? A new place every evening, applause, sunsets and exciting encounters. Yes - all of that can be true. But there are also sides to life on tour that are rarely talked about. Especially as a musician.

In this article, I share experiences that you won't learn in music schools - and that will strengthen you on your next summer tour.

The tour bus is not a wellness resort

Hardly any sleep, lots of people in a confined space, new challenges every day. As a musician, you need more than just good equipment - you need tools that keep you emotionally and physically stable.

What you really need to know:

1. Setting boundaries is essential:
   Even if you are part of a team - you are allowed to ask for breaks. You can say no. You can opt out.

2. Routines give you stability:
   Small rituals such as journaling in the morning or 10 minutes of voice training every day keep you focused. Especially when everything outside seems unpredictable.

3. Tour life is not a comparison game:
   Everyone processes tour differently. Some party every night, others withdraw. Find your own rhythm. You don't have to prove anything to anyone.

4. Places blur - you don't:
   Capture moments: photos, audio memos, short texts. They help you to remember - not just the places, but your development as an artist.

5. Tour fatigue is real:
   Sometimes everything feels heavy. That's okay. What matters: How you look after yourself - even without a sofa and your own kitchen.

Why the topic is important now:

Summer is here, tours are underway - and many people are thinking: "I have to enjoy this." But enjoying doesn't always mean "everything is great". Sometimes it means consciously experiencing it. Even the difficult aspects.

If you need support for your life as a musician on tour, get inspiration from my newsletter or arrange a strategy meeting.

Kind regards,