Hey everyone! Gabi back here, this time talking about small shows. Most of the shows I go to are in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Unless you live in New York or LA (and even if you do) you most likely will see the people at these small shows again. I heard a girl at the small Hot Chelle Rae show this spring go "I won't see any of these people again, lets push". Not a good choice!
After 2 or 3 shows of the same type (small acts like Action Item, Allstar Weekend, Owl City and groups like that), you will start to recognize these people. You may not like these people, you may even hate these people but compared to a new kid only there for the headliner (like at Hot Chelle Rae), they are your new best friend.
This being said: There generally are drunk people, or girls who want to get closer. Expect pushing. Deal with the pushing, its how it is. If you choose to push remember that you will probably see these people at the next show and that they might not like you.
DO. NOT. USE. FLASH.
Some of these places will have bad lighting, DEAL. Using flash with your 1000 dollar DSLR camera is the fastest way to get securities eyes on you and they will tell you to put it away.
Buying posters: If you really need a poster from merch, please wait until the end. No one cares if it gets crushed, they just want to grab the lead singers hand. It will get crushed if you have it in the crowd.
Bringing Posters: No one likes the girl with the full posterboard that says "pull me onstage!!!". You are blocking anyone behind you and its pointless, the band will probably notice you in the show. If you really need to say something make yourself front row (by waiting, not pushing) and get a sheet of paper and put the message on it.
Flipflops/Heels: Just don't do it. Don't be "that girl" who's feet WILL get trampled and be dying by the end of the night. You can't complain if you aren't smart enough to wear good shoes.
Stuff in back pockets: Its going to get taken. Some venues are not exactly in the nicest area or it may just be that someone needs a little cash. It will get taken from your pocket really fast.
Don't line jump outside: I understand if your friend is running 5 minutes late but 3 hours? Come on! The venues not that big, you can find people inside. If you want to be close, go early! Its fun to talk to the people in line, you get fun local bands coming to say hey (shoutout to Dan Rudd of This Is Breathing!) and you know you deserve when you are front row. People remember those who jump in front of them, the next show can be bad.
These tips should give you (and the rest of the people at the show) a better time. You won't be "that girl" and you should make friends! These people are there to see the same bands as you so why not go say hi!? Hit me up on twitter if you have any questions (@GladJewCame) and shoutout to @ashleydeekeen and @marlee_xoxo for helping with these tips!
After 2 or 3 shows of the same type (small acts like Action Item, Allstar Weekend, Owl City and groups like that), you will start to recognize these people. You may not like these people, you may even hate these people but compared to a new kid only there for the headliner (like at Hot Chelle Rae), they are your new best friend.
This being said: There generally are drunk people, or girls who want to get closer. Expect pushing. Deal with the pushing, its how it is. If you choose to push remember that you will probably see these people at the next show and that they might not like you.
DO. NOT. USE. FLASH.
Some of these places will have bad lighting, DEAL. Using flash with your 1000 dollar DSLR camera is the fastest way to get securities eyes on you and they will tell you to put it away.
Buying posters: If you really need a poster from merch, please wait until the end. No one cares if it gets crushed, they just want to grab the lead singers hand. It will get crushed if you have it in the crowd.
Bringing Posters: No one likes the girl with the full posterboard that says "pull me onstage!!!". You are blocking anyone behind you and its pointless, the band will probably notice you in the show. If you really need to say something make yourself front row (by waiting, not pushing) and get a sheet of paper and put the message on it.
Flipflops/Heels: Just don't do it. Don't be "that girl" who's feet WILL get trampled and be dying by the end of the night. You can't complain if you aren't smart enough to wear good shoes.
Stuff in back pockets: Its going to get taken. Some venues are not exactly in the nicest area or it may just be that someone needs a little cash. It will get taken from your pocket really fast.
Don't line jump outside: I understand if your friend is running 5 minutes late but 3 hours? Come on! The venues not that big, you can find people inside. If you want to be close, go early! Its fun to talk to the people in line, you get fun local bands coming to say hey (shoutout to Dan Rudd of This Is Breathing!) and you know you deserve when you are front row. People remember those who jump in front of them, the next show can be bad.
These tips should give you (and the rest of the people at the show) a better time. You won't be "that girl" and you should make friends! These people are there to see the same bands as you so why not go say hi!? Hit me up on twitter if you have any questions (@GladJewCame) and shoutout to @ashleydeekeen and @marlee_xoxo for helping with these tips!