Twenty One Pilots Brings the World of Clancy to Life: A Fusion of Storytelling, Music, and SFX

With the release of their seventh studio album “Clancy,” Twenty One Pilots announced their tenth concert tour, aptly named the “Clancy World Tour.” This tour takes fans on a journey through the enigmatic world of Clancy, blending music, storytelling, and stunning visual effects to create an unforgettable experience. The night kicks off with performances from their new album, including “Overcompensate” and “Vignette” setting the tone for the night. As the show progresses, fans are treated to popular hits like “Heathens,” “Stressed Out,” and “Ride,” each song enhanced by breathtaking visuals and SFX.

Special Effects by Image SFX

Laser Light shines over crowd

One of the most striking features of the Clancy World Tour is the special effects, provided by Image SFX. Image SFX has been responsible for providing SFX for some of the biggest tours and artists, including Doja Cat, Panic! At The Disco, BTS, and Paul McCartney, to name a few. Their expertise in creating immersive and memorable experiences has made them a go-to for high-profile events.

Nick Arnold, the special effects designer and programmer for the Clancy World Tour, was instrumental in transforming the tour’s stage. His expertise brought the stage and entire arena to life, bathing the stage in a symphony of vibrant colors, confetti, and pyro. From reds and yellows to greens, purples, and blues, the laser design perfectly complimented the duo’s performances and the mood of each song.

Laser Show Technology

Lasers beam over crowd

Utilizing Pangolin’s BEYOND multimedia control software and 14x FB4 hardware integrated lasers, Arnold has crafted a laser display that is both intricate and visually stunning. He was able to design a multitude of diverse and complex effects and patterns that perfectly and reliably sync with the duo live every night on the tour.

With the collaboration of Image SFX and laser design by the talented Nick Arnold, the tour has become an unforgettable one. The combination of storytelling, music, laser technology, and artistic vision has resulted in a show that is as visually stunning as it is musically captivating. As fans from around the world continue to experience the Clancy World Tour, it stands as a testament to the band’s creativity and dedication to their art.

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Show Crew

  • Designer and Programmer – Nick Arnold
  • Crew Chief & Pyro Shooter – Aaron Walters
  • SFX operator (Lasers, Flames, Cryo, Smoke, Confetti) - Brent Swaltek
  • Laser Technician - Tyler Rodriguez
  • SFX Technician - Geoff Bourlet
  • Pyro Technician - Paul Cusato

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