Concerts are literally some of the best experiences you can have but sometimes, they’re not perfect. There’s a good side and a bad side to concert culture, and if you’re planning to go to your first show, you should probably know both.
The Good Stuff
First off, concerts are just a great experience, especially if you go with the right people. The second the lights go out and the artist steps on stage, it’s like the whole place explodes. You’re surrounded by people who love the same music you do, and even if some of the people around you cannot sing you still appreciate every minute of it. Everyone’s singing, dancing, screaming , it’s pure happiness.
Another awesome thing is the connection. Sometimes the artist will stop mid-show and just talk to the crowd, telling stories or saying how much they love their fans. It’s super personal and makes you feel like you’re seen, even if you’re in the nosebleeds with binoculars.
Plus, the memories you make at concerts are unmatched. Even if you lose your voice and your legs hurt the next day, you’ll always remember the night you screamed your heart out with a stadium full of people.
The Bad
Concerts can also be rough.First of all, the crowds. If you don’t like being squished between sweaty strangers, you might have a bad time. People will shove you, step on you, and some won’t even say sorry. Especially in general admission (aka standing areas),it’s like survival of the fittest in there, especially for me standing at 5”3, I see people shorter then me around and I wonder how they are feeling.
Also, getting tickets is a whole nightmare. You think you’re gonna be fine, but then Ticketmaster decides to put you at 30,000 in the queue . And IF you somehow manage to get a ticket, it costs so much money.
Finally, there’s always the risk of bad crowd behavior. Some people don’t know how to act, they push, they fight, they throw stuff on stage. It can turn what should be a fun night into a stressful one if people don’t respect each other.
Final Thoughts
Even with all the downsides, concerts are still SO worth it. Yeah, you might get shoved around and spend too much money, but the feeling of seeing your favorite artist live is just unbeatable. You’ll laugh, maybe cry, probably lose your voice, but most importantly, you’ll leave with memories you’ll never forget.
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2 replies on “Concert Culture: The Good And The Bad”
Hi Ella, as a concert enthusiast myself your article definitely caught my attention. Those moments the artists connect with their audience truly is special. I also completely agree that even when my feet were killing me all I cared about it was how amazing it felt to sing my heart out surrounded by fellow fans. Unfortunately, I have also experienced those downsides that you mentioned. However, I’m totally with you and think it’s worth it. Like you said the experience truly is unbeatable! Great post!
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Hey Ella!! I didn’t start going to concerts until 2 years ago when I saw Pantera in San Diego for the first time. I had an amazing concert experience until a few intoxicated men accidentally spilled beer all over me!! Since then, my concert experiences have only gotten better fortunately. In March, I got to see Deftones at the Kia Forum. This was my greatest concert experience of all times. Did 2 tickets cost over $800? Yes. Was it worth it? Also yes, after I successfully paid off my credit card. Being in the audience felt like I was transported into a different dimension. I wholeheartedly agree with your comment about Ticketmaster. The prices are insane!! But the experience is unforgettable. The money always comes back… hopefully. This post rocks! 🙂
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