Front of House || Monitors || Playback || Backline
Born in London and currently residing in Leeds, West Yorkshire, Tom brings a unique blend of musicality and technical expertise to the live events industry. His passion for music began as a drummer and bassist, nurtured within a church environment, and led to formal education in music performance and production. After establishing his own recording studio, Tom transitioned into live sound in 2016, working in local venues before embarking on his first tour with Jax Jones in 2018. In 2025, he founded Tom Nelhams Audio to manage his growing freelance portfolio.
A versatile Front of House Audio Engineer with a proven ability to deliver exceptional sound across a wide spectrum of events. His proficiency with industry-leading consoles (Allen & Heath, DiGiCo, Midas) allows him to handle any audio challenge with confidence. From the intimacy of a 100-capacity venue to the scale of a 10,000+ attendee outdoor festival. His portfolio includes work with esteemed Christian artists like Philippa Hanna, LIFE Worship, and New Wine Worship, as well as significant experience in both live music and corporate environments, highlighting his adaptability and expertise.
A Monitor Engineer with a strong focus on building positive artist relationships and delivering exceptional in-ear monitor mixes. He utilises his expertise to create personalised mixes that empower musicians to perform at their best. From small venues to large-scale events, his commitment to clear communication and artist satisfaction sets him apart.
A Playback Technician specialising in efficient and dynamic show setups using Ableton Live. He creates flexible sessions that allow for quick song adjustments and on-the-fly changes, streamlining live performances. His experience running tracks both as a musician and engineer ensures reliable and adaptable playback, even in complex scenarios.
Delivering practical and efficient backline technical support, covering a wide range of instruments and gear. His experience includes building and maintaining DJ rigs for touring artists, such as Jax Jones in 2018. With 20 years of experience as a drummer, he offers expert drum kit tuning and maintenance, alongside guitar and bass support. He's adept at on-stage gear setup, maintenance, and audio patching.
Festival Manchester (FoH) 2022
LIFE Church Christmas Spectacular (Musician/MD/Playback) 2024
The Kings Voice (FoH) 2024
Philippa Hanna (FoH/Production Coordinator)
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