Bad Bunny Tour Features 286 Claypaky Ultimo Sharpys Rapper and singer Bad Bunny is using 286 Claypaky Ultimo Sharpy fixtures on his Debi Tirar Mas Fotos World Tour, which continues this year after successful runs in Latin America, Europe, and other destinations around the world. Inner Circle Distribution (ICD) is the exclusive distributor of Claypaky lighting fixtures in North America. Fresh off his groundbreaking performance on the Superbowl LX Apple Music Halftime Stage, where he became the first Latino solo artist to headline a show sung almost entirely in Spanish, Bad Bunny resumes his Debi Tirar Mas Fotos stadium tour in support of his latest album of the same name. The tour has resonated with audiences worldwide and reflects his dynamic blend of Latin trap, reggaeton, hip-hop, and pop. "The Deb Tirar Mas Fotos World Tour isn't just a concert, it's a living environment where light, culture, and emotion move together to tell a deeper story," says lighting designer Marcus Jessup, the tour's lighting designer and founder of Miami-based Moving Through Space. "My overall vision was to create an impactful, unique design with the parameters given," he explains. "I really enjoy having straight lines and keeping things consistent throughout the rig. Creatively, I wanted every part of the audience to feel involved; whether it be in the bleachers onstage, in the VIP pit or in the stands, I wanted every person to feel like they were a part of the show. On top of that, I needed to depend on one specific fixture to make the show feel impactful, and that's what led me to the Ultimo Sharpy." Jessup selected 286 Ultimo Sharpys for the rig, which are provided by 4Wall. Sturdy.Co is the design firm for the tour with The Burner Company handling programming. "The role of the Ultimo Sharpy was to create big beam looks: Since most of the shows are outdoors, I needed something to pack a punch," Jessup reports. "Also, with the high intensity of the show, I needed a fast fixture which Claypaky engineers very well. I initially chose Ultimo Sharpy due to its light weight and phenomenal output. All of its other features were a cherry on top!" Jessup notes that one of the main challenges he faced was finding a lightweight fixture to mount above the stage's videowall. "I think personally a massive standout moment is at the top of the show when the Ultimos are focused center stage as Bad Bunny comes up the lift," he says. "it was a real pleasure for ICD and Claypaky to take part in this incredible project," concludes Diego Becerra, marketing manager for Inner Circle Distribution. "Large productions such as these require products that can complement and enhance their shows, and we are pleased to have provided this one with our Ultimo Sharpy!" 
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