Regarding the catering demands on his 2009 tour rider, singer Jason Mraz explains that the required items "make the crew happy people and make the band rock you like a hurricane." He adds, "Silly items like gum make a difference to these boys who are far from their families and friends." Mraz, whose touring company is Mraz Discount Janitorial Services, Ltd., also includes a handy list of acceptable fruits, vegetables, and nuts in his rider, since he tours with a couple of vegetarians.

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