We have the experience and the knowledge to give you what you need, when you need it. We strive for sound excellence in the studio and on the road. Customer Satisfaction is our top priority.
The Staff at Hand
Combining over 20 years of musical excellence!
Garrett Wilson - Chief Engineer, Mixer, Metro Concerts Live Promotions
Graduated from Grandview College in Des Moines, Iowa in 2002 with a degree in Business Administration. He then attended the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Phoenix, Arizona and received a certificate of completion for the Master Recording II Program. While in Phoenix, he worked as an assistant engineer at a prominent recording studio specializing in radio commercial production and band recording. Garrett is an experienced studio and live sound engineer, and is Digidesign Pro Tools certified.
Josh Grant - Technical Director, Public Relations
Has extensive experience in the Audio/Visual industry. He has worked as an outside sales representative of A/V systems and is a Certified Technical Specialist (CTS). He has also worked as a Service and Installations Job Foreman and Technician for A/V systems. Josh also has extensive live sound reinforcement experience, and is an experienced musician that has played with numerous bands.
Aron Wilson - Studio Manager, Metro Concerts Live Manager
Graduated from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa in 2000 with a degree in Marketing, then attended the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Phoenix, Arizona and received a certificate of completion for the Master Recording II Program, as well as Digidesign Pro Tools certification. Aron worked for a number of years as a technician for A/V systems and gained extensive experience with corporate Audio/Visual. He is also an experienced musician and songwriter. He is responsible for all Metro Concerts Live booking of national, regional and local shows and works closely with the Metro Concerts Live team to make sure each and every show is handled properly.
Eric Gates - Assistant Engineer, Live Sound Technician
Eric graduated from Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida in 2009. There, he recieved an associates degree in recording arts. Eric has extensive experience with audio production and mixing as well as live sound knowledge. His areas of expertise include Digidesign's Pro Tools platform as well as Apple's Logic Pro DAW software. Currently our head DJ for Skyline's wedding services, Eric also specializes in hip-hop music production, and brings a critical understanding of that genre to our staff.
Coleman Moore - Assistant Engineer, Metro Concerts Live Promotions
The newest addition to our team, Coleman graduated with a degree in Management from Kirkwood Community College in 2008. He then went on to recieve Audio Engineering Certification from The Recording Connection Institute in 2009. His experience with audio production and Pro Tools has been a great asset to the company. He is also an experienced vocalist and has worked with many different artists. Coleman is also an intergral part of our Metro Concerts Live team and works hard to make all of our live shows a success.
Chad Willey - Metro Concerts Live Promotions
Chad has been involved in the local Des Moines, Iowa music scene for many years. Beginning as a music fan going to shows to support local musicians, he eventually created No Surrender Promotions and began booking local shows. After a failed co-venture with another promoter, Chad and the No Surrender team were welcomed into Metro Concerts Live. Chad has helped take Metro Concerts Live to the next level by taking a "no holds barred" attitude towards promoting shows and showing support for the local music scene. Chad can always be found on our Facebook page hyping shows, or at different local venues supporting what brings us all together: Music.
Mike Farrell - Metro Concerts Live Promotions
Mike has been involved in the local music scene for almost a decade, either playing in bands, working at concerts or just going to shows. He began working for No Surrender Promotions with Chad Willey, and soon after made the jump to Metro Concerts Live. Most of Mike's time is split between working for the Army National Guard and Metro Concerts Live. An integral part of the team, he assists with all aspects of our events.
Jeramy Oehlers - Metro Concerts Live Promotions
Jeramy moved to Iowa from Jackson, Michigan just under two years ago, making him fairly new to the local Des Moines music scene, however, he has brought with him a very eclectic taste in music and this has been a great benefit to Metro Concerts Live. With his fiance, Amy Hick, herself a long time No Surrender team member, Jeramy is a pivotal member in the promotion and coordination of our shows. Come to a show and you'll find Amy working the door and Jeramy handling stage manager duties all the while enjoying what they love, music.
Angela Wilson - Administrative Assistant
Handles scheduling and customer service, and just makes sure the business runs smoothly. Her job is not glamorous but is an integral part of Skyline's success.