Do's and Don'ts for a Fun Concert Experience

If you are new to the concert or festival scene you and you do not know what to bring, what to wear, or how to act, this guide is for you. I will put all the knowledge of my past concert going experiences to use and show you the best way to have a Fun time at your next show.


First, lets start off with the Do's

1.Do miss the opening act, It will show how cool you really are and guarantee a great spot to enjoy the headliner.

2.When seeing Spoon at the Granada, Do go with a group of three to six. Remember to circle up, ignore the band, and talk over the music if not louder. This will attract friends, especially when the bands play their hits.

3. If you are six feet or taller it is imperative you bring all of your tall Bro's with you and you Do get as close to the stage as possible so everyone behind you can enjoy your "Super Cuts" hair styles.

4. At a festival or rave, Do sneak in drugs and/or pot to share, sell, and enjoy. Nothing compliments the aesthetics of a  large crowd like the sweaty side affects of molly and the sweet smell of skunk spray. Make sure the drugs you bring will send you to jail if caught, Legal drugs simply will not do.

5. If you are a male, Do wear a plaid long sleeve shirt even if it is on hundred degrees and you can't breath. If you are a female and the headliner is a female, try hard match even if it is very revealing. Comfort and self respect are checked at the ticket booth.

6. Do drink as much as possible. Drinking heavily will help you remember all the details of a great show. Furthermore, drinking will increase your chances of hooking up with someone at the show who shares a common interest. Going alone, or with a friend of the same sex will only increase the odds.

Sleigh Bells - Granada Theater 2012

And for the Do-Nots

1. Don't ever pregame before a show. Support your local Budweiser Brewery by only purchasing the fairly priced beverages sold inside the venue. Carrying around a nine dollar Bud Light will show everyone around you how smart you are, and that you can afford to have a good time.

2. Don't ever dance when enjoying your favorite music live. Dancing is meant only to be done at a club or rave to recorded music. Dancing is annoying to everyone around and can cause moments of embarrassment to you and your friends. Save the energy for the applause.

3. If a beach ball is coming your way, Don't hit it. A beach ball is a distraction to the musician and audience and should be popped immediately.

4. Don't crowd surf.  Crowd surfers may look like they are having the time of their life riding the wave of collected fans;however, much like the Beach Ball, crowd surfers are dangerous and distracting  and should be dropped immediately.

5. Don't ever wear earplugs, louder is better, get as close to the PA as possible and scream. The ringing in your ears will only last between a few days and the rest of your life.

6. Don't ever plan for a show or festival by learning the line up and set lists. Surprises are always better.

There you go, now you are ready to conquer the live music scene. If you are an avid show-goer and you think I may have forgotten some important points Leave a comment below this amazing picture of The Black Keys.

The Black Keys- Edgefest 2012