From Festivals to Forests: How SoweQ Makes the Impossible Stream Possible
Few creators embrace adventure quite like Twitch streamer SoWeQ. Over the last 5 years, he’s become known for his boundary-pushing content - with livestreams from over 40 countries - from off-road expeditions to crowded festivals, climbing treetops to sky diving.
Humble Beginnings: From Gaming to Global Streaming
SoWeQ’s journey began eight years ago on Twitch as a gamer, diving into immersive role-playing games like GTA and Arma 3. But in 2018, he felt the itch to do more—he wanted to explore the world. That same year, he switched from streaming in Danish to English, starting fresh with a new audience. “I was the first airsoft streamer on Twitch back in 2017,” he explains. “I started with just a phone on my forehead and a router in a backpack.”
Those early setups were primitive, but they laid the groundwork for his future. SoWeQ’s big breakthrough came during a metal festival at Copenhell in 2018, where he collaborated with LiveU. “It was a game-changer,” he says, “going from a single phone stream to a LiveU Solo setup with multiple bonded connections.”
The Technology That Keeps Him Connected
SoWeQ streaming from rural Scotland
Today, SoWeQ’s primary streaming rig features a LiveU Solo PRO paired with antennas mounted on his car, ensuring a stable connection even in remote areas.
“I’ve driven through 36 countries in my car,” he says, “and the antennas on the roof, along with the ability to switch providers, are what make it all possible.” With LiveU’s Solo Connect modem kit add-on, unlimited data on local cell networks is available at a flat rate price on either 2 or 4 modems, depending on configuration.
Whether he’s crossing Scotland’s rugged Isle of Skye or navigating Ukraine’s city streets, his LiveU pack allows SoWeQ to keep his audience connected to his adventures.
When asking SoWeq for his favorite destination for streaming, he said “I don’t think I have a favorite.. every country is beautiful in it’s own way.”
Memorable Moments: Streaming a Metal Festival
One of SoWeQ’s standout moments was his live coverage of Copenhell, Europe’s third-largest metal festival. Surrounded by thousands of fans and a network overloaded with traffic, SoWeQ’s setup kept his stream running while everyone else’s phones struggled to connect.
“I’ve streamed concerts with over 20,000 people around me, and my stream kept going when others couldn’t even post photos on social media,” he recalls.
What made it possible? His IRL Backpack’s LiveU Solo PRO, which bonds multiple cell connections to stream in when a single network just doesn’t cut it. “It’s a unit you need in your arsenal,” SoWeQ says. “It’s a tank.” With Solo Connect, no matter where SoWeq is, he can connect to local cell networks on his LiveU’s four cell modems. “It just works.”
But SoWeQ’s content goes far beyond festivals. He’s also known for his airsoft streams - he was the first to IRL stream Airsoft to Twitch in 2017. Running through forests, dodging BBs, and climbing through treetops, SoWeQ captures the intensity of each match, giving his audience a front-row seat. “Airsoft is probably my most extreme content so far,” he says. “But I’m always adding more—I want to do jumps, parachuting, and more.”
The versatility of his setup allows him to push IRL content to new levels, whether he’s exploring remote landscapes or navigating urban environments. His viewers have joined him on everything from mountain hikes and boat trips to road-tripping across Europe.
A Documentary That Captures the Journey
SoWeQ's passion for streaming eventually drew the interest of a filmmaker, leading to the production of a Danish documentary, Once Upon a Time on Twitch. The film gives an honest look at the challenges of making a living from streaming, highlighting SoWeQ’s fight to balance his dream with financial struggles and personal hardships. "It's all real—no acting," he says. "It shows everything, from losing my girlfriend to selling my home to chase this dream." The documentary went on to win the Best Short Film award in 2023 and was even nominated for the Danish version of the Oscars, the Robert Award.
“It’s free to watch, and I recommend it,” SoWeQ says. “Every time I see it, I cry. It’s real, and it’s something I’m proud of.”
For those considering IRL streaming, SoWeQ has some advice: start simple. “Test the waters with your phone before spending big on gear,” he suggests. “It’s easy to go all-in, but sometimes you need to see if it’s right for you first.”