23rd Annual Parnelli Awards a Gala to Remember
January 27, 2025
“Everybody, up on stage!” There was a laugh, and then some looks when Parnelli Audio Innovator honoree Dave Rat called that out from the stage. But he insisted and then more and more people stepped up into the spotlight. It was just one of the many memorable moments from the 23rd Annual Parnelli Awards held […]
Read More...Meet the Parnelli NextGen Class of ’24
November 20, 2024
Parnelli NextGen Class of ‘24 It was longtime PLSN Editor’s Nook Schoenfeld’s idea to shine a light on those up-and-coming talents in the form of this honor. It was far from Schoenfeld’s (1957-2022) only good idea, but it might be his most enduring. For the sixth time, we present you with these young professionals who […]
Read More...Sponsors Embrace Seventh Year of Parnelli Awards at NAMM
October 28, 2024
Forward-thinking Companies New and Old Sign Up for Industry Celebration Work is very much in progress on what will be 23rd Annual Parnelli Awards, and the excitement all starts with the forward-thinking live event industry leaders who make the celebration possible. “It’s a busy time for all of us on the Parnelli production team as […]
Read More...A Stunning Night for the Parnelli Awards – See Who Won
January 29, 2024
ANAHEIM, CA – For the 22nd year, the professionals backstage who make the biggest concert tours happen were praised, honored, awarded. Not surprising the crew, companies, and creatives who supported the year’s biggest tours – Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Luke Combs, P!nk – received multiple awards. U2 at Sphere also had multiple nominations and took home […]
Read More...2023 Parnelli Golf Tournament a Day to Remember
December 4, 2023
Who says you shouldn’t attempt to host a golf tournament in Las Vegas in December? While it’s true that the odds for rain and wind (if not snow) increase substantially that late in the season, PLSN/FOH’s Terry Lowe and Greg Gallardo took that gamble and, along with close to 100 participants, won big time with […]
Read More...Buford Jones, Carol Dodds, and Jim Brammer to Receive Parnelli Honors for Career Achievement
June 15, 2023
The Parnelli Board of Advisors has announced the three lifetime honorees for the 2024 22nd Annual Parnelli Awards: Buford Jones, Audio Innovator; Carol Dodds, Visionary; and Jim Brammer, Lifetime Achievement. “In addition to these three live-event professionals having prolific careers, their work has had far-reaching influence beyond their individual achievements,” states Parnelli Awards Executive Producer […]
Read More...21st Parnelli Awards Offer Surprises, Emotions, and Winners
April 16, 2023
Always full of surprises and the unexpected, the 21st Annual Parnelli Awards held on Friday started out with a big one: Outgoing NAMM CEO/President Joe Lamond was initiated in the Parnelli Hall of Fame with an award. “I would like to thank someone very special to us at the Parnelli Awards,” said PLSN & FOH […]
Read More...Sponsor Support for 21st Annual Parnelli Awards Climbs to Record Level
January 4, 2023
“We are overwhelmed by the support we’re receiving for our 21st annual show being held April 14th,” says Parnelli Awards Executive Producer and Co-Founder Terry Lowe. “Now that the live event industry is roaring back to life, the desire to be part of the gala that honors those behind the scenes is stronger than ever.” […]
Read More...Marty Garcia, Keny Whitright, Roy Lamb to Receive Lifetime Honors
July 6, 2022
At the recent 20th Annual Parnelli Awards, Board of Advisors Chairman Marshall Bissett took to the podium to announce the 21st Annual Parnelli Award Honorees: Marty Garcia is the Audio Innovator Award honoree; Keny Whitright is the Visionary Award honoree; and Roy Lamb will be recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Here is a little […]
Read More...20th Annual Parnelli Awards Winners
June 6, 2022
“I am so inspired by the stories of the awardees!” “I love the memories this event conjures from my past.” “This was the best one yet.” It was indeed another magical night. The Parnelli Awards has completed its 20th show, and while it looked a little different from previous ones, it still drew a record […]
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