adam jauregui

What did Norco Music mean to you?

Norco Music was a major catalyst in both my professional and personal life. The people I met, worked with, studied alongside, and was instructed by left a lasting and meaningful impact on me. I owe much of my growth to the experiences I shared not only with countless peers in the Music Industry Studies program, but also with my instructors. I cannot emphasize enough my gratitude to Brady Kerr, Kim Kamerin, Angie Tabor, and Vonetta Mixon. Without their invaluable guidance, patience, and understanding, I would not be the person I am today, nor would I be where I am in my professional journey.

Favorite memory from your time there?

It’s a very difficult question—there are so many favorite memories. If I had to choose one, a strong contender would be my very first studio session and collaboration in the music program. What began as me simply playing drums quickly evolved into a larger role as a writing partner, producer, and vocalist. That session became the song “Shut Down,” which was ultimately included on the Take Me There album. It was also my first time working under Brady Kerr’s guidance—and it was an unforgettable experience.

What are you doing now?

Currently, I’m a full-time employee of Clair Global, working as part of their road staff. I serve as a monitor systems engineer in the concert and touring industry and am presently on tour with Lainey Wilson in that role.

What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced?

This is another tough one, as my field presents countless challenges of varying degrees. But that’s also one of the things I enjoy most about it. One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced so far was coordinating 80 channels of RF at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (which is notoriously spectrum-congested), for two major pop acts performing back-to-back on the same night.

Project you’re most proud of?

Completing 7 months of touring with Lainey Wilson in 2024 as monitor systems engineer and RF coordinator.

Was there a moment you knew you were on the right path?

One moment I knew I was on the right path was when I was asked to be the monitor/RF tech on Katy Perry’s Las Vegas residency. I was fortunate to complete the entire second year in that position.

How do you stay inspired?

I stay inspired by watching, studying, and listening to other techs, engineers, and professionals in my field—and in the broader world of live event production. There’s always something to learn.

What advice would you give current Norco Music students?

I don’t feel like I’m in a position to give advice, but if I could offer one recommendation to current Norco Music students, it would be this: put yourself in the environment you want to be a part of. If you’re an aspiring performer, musician, or writer, get out of the classroom and perform in front of as many people as you can, as often as you can—no matter how uncomfortable it feels. Reach out to fellow students, non-students, and any organizations connected to your field, and humbly seek opportunities. The same applies if you’re an aspiring tech: go to events, connect with vendors, do your research, and learn how others got started. Most importantly, never stop seeking knowledge or being willing to learn. These are all things I wish I had done more of as a student.