About Erica Strout

Guitarist since 2000, lifelong musician (piano, vocalist, synthesizers, drums/percussion, alto and baritone saxophone). Currently in SERVICE as lead guitar and Gorgeous Beast as singer/guitarist. Was singer/guitarist in Motherfucker (don't google it without the album title 'Confetti'). Guitar tech for B-52s and stage manager for Gang of Four, working toward becoming a luthier. In search of guitar tech opportunities to support female and non-binary artists in particular, but happy to take on any challenge and learning opportunity.

Work experience

  • Gang of Four
  • April-June 2025
  • Stage Manager
  • The B-52s
  • September-November 2025
  • Guitar Tech

Erica's Skills

Art
  • Content Creator
Live
  • Artist
  • Backline
  • Singer
  • Touring Musician
Venue Type Experience
  • Amphitheatre
  • Club
  • Festival
  • Theatre/PAC
Musician
  • Artist
  • Instrumentalist
  • Singer
  • Touring Musician
Songwriting
  • Lyricist
  • Songwriter
Video
  • Music Video Director
Visuals
  • Music Video Director

Erica's Genres

  • Alternative Rock
  • Electronic
  • Grunge
  • Indie Rock
  • New Wave
  • Pop
  • Psychedelic
  • Punk

Erica's Experience

With Gang of Four, I maintained the gear, worked to set the stage correctly each night, and developed and ensured a consistent pack in the trailer. The B-52s had me taking care of their guitarist and bassist. I set up all 9 of the guitars for their respective tunings (7 for the guitarist, 2 for the bassist) and did light repair work where necessary in order to keep them in top working condition. I worked with the guitarist and bassist to make sure I knew how to best support them each night. I set up the backline and arranged the stage set up for maximum comfort for my guitarists.