Eli5: How are large bands able to move from one city to another so quickly?

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It just occurred to me when I saw a band on tour go from Connecticut on the 20th to South Carolina today the 29th while playing at various venues between the two states.

Like logistically it’s insane to me plus how are the singers voices not burnt?

12 hours later: Thanks everyone! Absolutely fascinating for sure, especially the Wendover YouTube links. Didn’t know that channel existed.

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To add to this, while Metallica, Muse, and T-Swift have a huge retinue that travels with their shows — a lot of medium sized bands will rent the audio and musical equipment from local shops and travel only with their absolutely unique tools: guitars, pedal boards, and maybe an effects rack. They will rent the amps, drums and hardware, and use the house light, microphone, and PA systems and soundboard/desk.

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