Even when I was young I didn't go to clubs. I've been to one club (where unexplained blood dripped on me and I didn't even get cool music like in Blade) and, I think, two concerts.
Neither was superior to anything I could enjoy at home.
Yeah i m really not enjoying concerts. I don't do well standing for long periods of time either. I much rather be at home constantly blasting music I like. The only thing I was envious off was the couples busy making out in the back, that I could do lol
Years ago, I saw Brian Setzer and his Big Band, and it was a crazy, raucous crowd of people of all ages, from young high school jazz band players, to old people who actually remembered the original Big Band era.
The concert was unbelievable, and the encores were REAL. They were so real, that eventually he had to say "We've played EVERYTHING in our book! We don't have anything else!" And the crowd started screaming "PLAY IT AGAIN!" So they played two more songs over that they'd already played!
He finally said "No, we're tired, go home!" And everybody left happy. Easily one of the most exciting shows I've ever experienced. No musical ensemble is hotter and more exciting than a real Big Band in full blow.
Right?! If it’s a given there’ll be an encore anyway, what’s even the point. Just means a whole lot of extra clapping for literally zero point. Like, at this point it’s just a part of the crowd work kit. I feel played every time
I got nerve damage on my toe moshing at the latest Blind Guardian concert so it's probably time for me to hang it all up and enjoy my drink further back. It's been a good run.
27 Comments
Sergio@piefed.social · 65 pts · 41d
That's why, once you get older, you stick to the back of the club.
toynbee@piefed.social · 12 pts · 41d
Even when I was young I didn't go to clubs. I've been to one club (where unexplained blood dripped on me and I didn't even get cool music like in Blade) and, I think, two concerts.
Neither was superior to anything I could enjoy at home.
VinegarChunks@lemmus.org · 11 pts · 40d
I feel like I went from “I’m to young to go to a club” to “I’m too old to go to a club” in about six months.
Noodle07@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 40d
Yeah i m really not enjoying concerts. I don't do well standing for long periods of time either. I much rather be at home constantly blasting music I like. The only thing I was envious off was the couples busy making out in the back, that I could do lol
deacon@lemmy.world · 35 pts · 41d
I’ve been to more rock shows than I can count, of all sizes, since I was a kid.
Wanna know what I hate, even from my favorite band? Encores. Just make the set the appropriate length and let’s not play games.
triple_entendre@infosec.pub · 15 pts · 40d
It would be cool if they were actual encores rather than this staged "oh we're finished now, just kidding!" nonsense
guy@piefed.social · 5 pts · 40d
Precisely! We all know you will come back for more songs, there's still 20 minutes of the concert left. Just stay on stage
brightandshinyobject@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 40d
Cause maybe they have to pee?
deacon@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 40d
Taking a planned break is fine. They could do it halfway through. Hell they can pee whenever they want
kurwa@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 40d
Right into the crowd!
LemmyFeed@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 2 pts · 40d
What is this? GWAR?
sangriaferret@sh.itjust.works · 4 pts · 40d
That's what mid-set drum and guitar solos are for. Everyone takes turns getting a breather.
BarneyPiccolo@lemmy.today · 7 pts · 40d
Years ago, I saw Brian Setzer and his Big Band, and it was a crazy, raucous crowd of people of all ages, from young high school jazz band players, to old people who actually remembered the original Big Band era.
The concert was unbelievable, and the encores were REAL. They were so real, that eventually he had to say "We've played EVERYTHING in our book! We don't have anything else!" And the crowd started screaming "PLAY IT AGAIN!" So they played two more songs over that they'd already played!
He finally said "No, we're tired, go home!" And everybody left happy. Easily one of the most exciting shows I've ever experienced. No musical ensemble is hotter and more exciting than a real Big Band in full blow.
lemon@sh.itjust.works · 7 pts · 40d
Right?! If it’s a given there’ll be an encore anyway, what’s even the point. Just means a whole lot of extra clapping for literally zero point. Like, at this point it’s just a part of the crowd work kit. I feel played every time
MrSelfDestruct@lemmy.zip · 6 pts · 40d
Agreed, but I'd be lying if i didn't get hyped a few times growing up as they came back on and played a favorite song.
sangriaferret@sh.itjust.works · 6 pts · 40d
It gives the band a chance to take a break so they can end the set on a high note.
deacon@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 40d
I don’t mind them taking a break, it’s the pretense that bothers me.
mrgoosmoos@lemmy.ca · 4 pts · 40d
so say you'll be back in five minutes
nightofmichelinstars@sopuli.xyz · 18 pts · 41d
Moshing is a youth sport
Someonelol@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 15 pts · 41d
I got nerve damage on my toe moshing at the latest Blind Guardian concert so it's probably time for me to hang it all up and enjoy my drink further back. It's been a good run.
RogueBanana@piefed.zip · 3 pts · 41d
Maybe I should try one with full moto gear.
ArmoredThirteen@lemmy.zip · 4 pts · 40d
How young is youth? I'm entering mid thirties and I fucking love moshing. It's basically the main reason I even go to live shows
nightofmichelinstars@sopuli.xyz · 6 pts · 40d
Keep going until any combination of the following things happens:
You get your first big injury and after/assuming it heals you realize you want to avoid another
You realize the smaller injuries aren't healing as well as they used to
You get tired
It stops being fun
LBP321@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 40d
Always wear ear protection!
WorldsDumbestMan@lemmy.today · 6 pts · 40d
I don't get to be sick like this, haha...
...damn. Anyway, not everyone in their 30's is dying.
Lifestyle matters.
DakRalter@thelemmy.club · 3 pts · 40d
Like thirties is old! Wait till you reach 40 and get the text from your GP saying you need to have regular checkups now and your hips ache 😭😭
lyrial@anarchist.nexus · 0 pts · 40d
All of you that somehow think you are old in your 30's have another thing coming.