Music Industry Experts: Alex Magleby, Founder of In Between Days Music Festival

<p>Welcome to Music You’re Missing’s Music Industry Experts, a special series of 1:1 interviews with the most influential thought leaders in the music industry. <br /><br />In an exclusive interview with host Brendan Jeannetti, Alex Magleby, co-founder and CEO of the New England Free Jacks and founder of the In Between Days Music Festival, shared his insights on using musical performances to grow the audience for the New England Free Jacks, the founding of the In Between Days Festival, and the significance of fostering community.</p><p><strong>The Birth of the New England Free Jacks</strong></p><p>Before diving into the exciting world of the In Between Days Music Festival, Alex Magleby reflects on the origins of the New England Free Jacks. Founded in 2018, the professional rugby team was driven by a desire to build community through sports and music. Magleby's passion for rugby, having been involved with the sport for much of his life, led him to envision a platform where people could come together, regardless of age or background, to enjoy a visceral and emotional game.</p><p><strong>Creating Community Through Rugby and Music</strong></p><p>Magleby emphasizes the importance of building an audience and creating a compelling experience. Rugby, being relatively unfamiliar to many in the United States, posed a challenge in terms of exposure. However, Magleby's team embarked on a journey to share the sport's magic with people, leading them to fall in love with rugby and become part of the community. By combining rugby matches with live music performances, the New England Free Jacks revolutionized the sports entertainment landscape and have built a sustainable fan base.</p><p><strong>In Between Days Music Festival</strong></p><p>In Between Days Music Festival was conceived as a natural extension of the New England Free Jacks' vision to bring the community together. Magleby explains that the festival's name captures the feeling of being in an in-between space, not fully in summer but not yet in fall, where people can c