John Legend's New Musical Director, Eugene "Man Man" Roberts, Shows Us How He Uses Logic Pro During A Live Show
Eugene Roberts, now the musical director for superstar, John Legend, walks us through how he programs and triggers samples and tracks during a live show using Logic Pro.
In this detailed tutorial, Roberts demonstrates his setup for John Legend's live performances, showing how he integrates backing tracks, samples, and virtual instruments with the live band. He explains his approach to creating a seamless blend between pre-programmed elements and live musicians, ensuring that performances maintain both consistency and spontaneity.
Roberts covers his workflow for preparing sessions before rehearsals, including how he organizes tracks, creates custom key commands, and sets up MIDI controllers for efficient live operation. He also discusses troubleshooting common technical issues that can arise during performances and his backup strategies to prevent show-stopping problems.
This behind-the-scenes look provides valuable insights for keyboard players, music directors, and producers who want to incorporate digital audio workstations into their live setups. Roberts' techniques demonstrate how modern technology can enhance live music while maintaining the organic feel that audiences expect.
