Communities have spent more than 100 years mastering the mighty Brazos River and its waterways. In the 1800s; Stephen F. Austin chose the Brazos River as the site for the first Texas colony because of its vast water and fertile soil. Within 75 years; a pumping station would herald the way for crop management. A sugar mill that was eventually known as Imperial Sugar spurred community development. In 1903; John Miles Frost Jr. tapped the Brazos to expand the Cane and Rice Belt Irrigation System while Houston newspapers predicted the infrastructure marvel would change the regions future--and it did. Within a few decades; the Texas agricultural empire caused Louisiana to dub Texas farmers "the sugar and rice aristocracy." As the dawn of the industrial age began; the Brazos River and its waterways began supplying the Texas Gulf Coast industry.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Cool; relevant bookBy Alan AshWonderful book with real life anecdotes and stories that apply to all facets of being in a band.It is a bit dated as it was written some years back; but doesnt affect most content- it mentions Myspace rather than Facebook; Twitter; etc. Lots of great ideas and good advice.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Tour Smart is a must have for any bandBy ed wilsonIt you want to be a music professional; Tour Smart is a must have for any band; manager; venue owner or pretty much anyone in the music business. Tour Smart is well organized; a great read and packed full of vital information. Listen to Martin. He can save you a lot of time; energy and frustration and make life easier for yourself and everyone around you.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Highly recommend this book to anyone going on tour.By Matt OgilvieThis book has everything you need to know about touring. If you plan on going on a tour; I highly recommend you read this book first. Martin Atkins gives readers an inside look at touring. He lists real world examples from himself and other artists he has worked with. This book includes everything from what vehicle to take; how to allocate your money; what not to do; and so much more.
