Camera Policy?

logan5ive · Jun 11, 2015, 10:08 AM

Does anybody know if the band has an official concert camera policy? I had zero problems getting my camera into the first two shows at the Chicago Theatre. The first night I took photos all night, no problems. But last night about a 3rd of the way through was asked to check my camera at coat check because the band doesn't allow pictures taken with cameras (apparently cell phone pics and vids are no problem). I've never had an issue at a MMJ show taking pictures, only at venues who had a no camera policy.

Can someone help or point me in the right direction to find an answer whether that be an email or contact? Thanks.

Bulldog · Jun 11, 2015, 10:37 AM

I called the theater before the first show and they said small digitals were fine (don't ask me what their definition of small digital is)

Only issue I can see is if you were using excessive flash.

logan5ive · Jun 11, 2015, 11:06 AM

I have a non-DSLR camera- granted it is a nice and somewhat big non-professional camera so it does look professional (which is what the guy told me last night). But he said it was the band's policy and not theirs that they were enforcing. That's why I'm wondering if the band does have a policy.

rincon2 · Jun 11, 2015, 02:09 PM

I had a DSLR on a monopod at OBH1. I was told in the middle of night 2 I needed to put it away. I just moved to the other side, but DLSR's are not allowed in most venues. The only time I was able to use it was at the Troubadour for a DBT show. And I was up against the stage.

Rex · Jun 11, 2015, 06:02 PM

It's a pretty typical policy these days, generally referred to as "No Pro". In the old days it was no cameras at lots of shows, but with phones that's pretty unenforceable nowadays, so they at least try to limit big cameras.

logan5ive · Jun 11, 2015, 06:10 PM

Quote from: Rex on Jun 11, 2015, 06:02 PM
It's a pretty typical policy these days, generally referred to as "No Pro". In the old days it was no cameras at lots of shows, but with phones that's pretty unenforceable nowadays, so they at least try to limit big cameras.

I think you're right. But it sure would be nice to have a policy/statement in writing that we could refer to when issues arise with venues.

DayDrinkin · Jun 13, 2015, 02:50 PM

I saw some ushers in Knoxville tell some people filming continuously to stop but it was only when they were literally within arms length of security.

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logan5ive · Jun 13, 2015, 04:24 PM

Night 3 in Chicago as we entered early thru roll call I talked with the lady that was with the band. She said the band was ok with non-pro cameras but if the venue asked to stop taking pictures then to abide by that. I always thought it was the band's call. I asked her if she could see if a policy could be posted on the website so there would be no confusion.

logan5ive · Oct 15, 2015, 10:22 AM

So...is there an official policy listed anywhere? Or is it the typical "No Pro" stance?

ratsnest74 · Oct 21, 2015, 11:14 AM

I think the bands policy is no DSLRs. Most bands and Live nation type venues have this policy as well. Sometimes you can get one in if they aren't paying attention. Any fixed lens camera, no matter how large, should be allowed most of the time. Sometimes they cant tell the difference and you have to educate them its not a DSLR