![]() But even that is better than a big clump of people only there to shmooze, who talk throughout the show about things unrelated to music – especially if the set is quiet. Though they may not talk to anybody else in the crowd, random conversations can be distracting if it seems like this is going to be the case, seek refuge away from the group. These people are generally harmless – just be on the lookout if they start to hype each other up a bit too much throughout the band’s set. ![]() This person is typically just along for the ride, more than likely traveling in a pack and sticking with them through the entirety of the show. It’s important to identify these people so you know how to deal with them at your next show. This does not go for all shows or all genres, but as a photographer and writer who covers live music often, I’ve become familiar with certain types of folks I often share space with. Photo by Sarah Knollįirst, let’s go through some of the people you may encounter at shows. Here, we lay out the do’s and don’ts of show-going, explicitly stating that unspoken language once and for all. Sometimes though, for whatever reason, folks in the audience just don’t get the message, ignoring body language, personal space, and common decency, which can make for an unpleasant experience for everyone around. In venues of any size, hosting any band, of any genre, there is simple etiquette that one makes a contract to uphold as soon as they enter the venue’s doors. The live music experience is a major part of music fandom, and anyone who attends concerts regularly can attest that there’s an unspoken sense in the air of how to behave and interact with one another at most shows.
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