OUR TEAM
DAN BURNS
Co-Founder @ CoPilot
Los Angeles, CA
Dan Burns is a versatile and accomplished Music Programmer and Engineer with an exceptional career in the field of live music production and technology.
After kickstarting his career as the Recording Engineer and Digital Editor at The Chop Shop in Los Angeles Dan honed his skills at renowned Los Angeles recording studios such as Ocean Way Studios, Record One, Capitol Records, Cello, Conway, The Village and Henson.
In 2012, Dan parlayed his diverse skill set to programming and playback engineering. He quickly built a stellar lineup of artists, including Taylor Swift, A Perfect Circle, Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson, Vampire Weekend and Max Martin. His technical prowess and musical sensibility became the backbone of numerous successful tours, allowing artists to bring their unique sound experience to live stages across the globe.
The founding of CoPilot in 2020 was a natural progression in Dan’s career, underscoring his commitment to push the boundaries of live music technology, sound design and engineering, show control, and playback. CoPilot currently employs a team of the world’s finest sound engineers and has an extensive client list (including Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Jonas Brothers, Paramore, Kacey Musgraves, and Awakening at the Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas) and is at the forefront of shaping the future of live modern music programming.
PAUL “RELLI” BARBER
Co-Founder @ CoPilot
Nashville, TN
Relli is a seasoned music industry professional with a wealth of touring experience. His primary roles have been as a playback engineer and musical director where he continues to work with a wide range of artists, from local talents to The Eras Tour which has become the biggest concert tour in history.
Relli began building his professional experience in the Washington, DC area as a touring musician and music producer but also as a critical teammate behind the scenes of major concerts and events. After moving to Nashville for increased opportunities, Relli has become a trusted partner in translating studio-recorded music to captivating live performances for an incredible array of artists.
This commitment to excellence in delivering seamless transitions from album to stage has solidified his reputation among industry peers. In 2020, Relli took his passion and expertise to the next level by founding CoPilot where he’s furthered his dedication to supporting artists in achieving their creative vision.
Throughout his career, Relli's work has taken him across the United States and around the world, touring in over 60 countries, expanding his cultural knowledge and musical understanding. Some of his most notable clients include OneRepublic, Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban, Awakening at the Wynn, and Maren Morris.