King Buffalo, a band known for pushing boundaries in live music, pulled off something truly historic in the summer of 2022—they became the first-ever rock band to headline at Burning Man. The performance took place at the legendary Opulent Temple sound camp, a setting that’s already larger than life, but this night was on another level. The stage was decked out with flame throwers and towering fire displays, adding an unreal energy to an already electric atmosphere. To top it off, our hosts let Renee, Sean’s girlfriend, operate the fire towers, turning an already insane night into something straight out of a movie.

Our three-day stay at Burning Man is something I’ll never forget. It was the kind of show that doesn’t just live in the moment—it leaves a mark. But for me, it was more than just a wild gig; it was also a turning point. That summer marked my final run with the band as I made the decision to step away from touring and focus on building my career in Colorado, shifting my energy toward studio production.

Burning Man was the perfect sendoff—a surreal, high-energy, once-in-a-lifetime experience that felt like a fitting close to my chapter on the road. While stepping away from touring was a big change, it’s been just as rewarding to dive deeper into the creative process, refining my craft in the studio and opening up new possibilities for collaboration and production.

King Buffalo’s performance at Burning Man will go down as a milestone in their journey, but for me, it represents something even bigger—a transition, a shift in focus, and the beginning of a new era. The lessons I learned and the memories I made during my time with the band continue to inspire me every day, shaping the way I approach music and the stories I help bring to life in the studio.