6 Reasons of “Why It’s Okay to Update Social Media at Concerts”

Alcander Alonzo — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 13:05:11 +0000

As you all know, we always like to let people to do whatever they want to do (why? because we are not their Mother). Anyway, Have you ever wondered why people love to tweet or share continuously on social medias while they are seeing some live shows? We’ve been wondering too, but then we realized that we do that a lot (because we are doing some live-tweet on our Twitter since we are a media). How about some regular crowd who always tweet while they are at concerts? Some people say they should stop doing it and get their eyes more on the show instead of their phone screen. However, in this article we will give you six reasons of why it’s okay to update social media at concerts.

1. Your followers need to know you are there

Yes, your followers need to know that you are currently having a good time by seeing your favourite band (or not so favourite)’s live show. And they seriously have to know that you’re not at home, killing your time by doing something that is not cool.

2. Your friends who can’t be at the show count on your live report

Not everyone can go to a music concert. So, for those of you who can make it, let’s be a generous person and share your experience to those who can’t come by doing some live reviews on your social media! Make sure you update what song that the band is currently performing and when the band has finished the set, you have to let people on your timeline to know that the show has ended. Isn’t it great to let people know what you’re eyes currently seeing?

3. You need to have at least one good moment on your social media account

Maybe, most of the things that you posted on Twitter, Facebook, or Path has been something that is not even fun. Such as, “I’m studying now.” or “I just got home and gonna git the hay soon!”. Now, let’s put some sugar and spark on your timeline by adding “I’m at this band’s concert now! So fu**ing awesome. Rocks!”. People will think your life less boring. Hooray!

4. It’s the best time to harvest ‘Likes’ and ‘Loves’

For some people, having their posts to be liked on social media is a big deal. So, one of the best times to get the attention and get those little pale blue thumbs on Facebook is by posting your concert moments! (And it’s very important for Path users, the point of this social media is to do some humble brag to their circular friends. Hello ‘loves’!). We know how good it is when you see notifications saying “xxxx liked your post”. High five?

5.You actually don’t listen to the bands and social media is the best way to act nonchalant

Do you really think the 1000 audiences listen to the band who perform? Nope. Some of them don’t. They probably get free tickets (or their relatives are the organizer so they are invited) and when they are there, they totally have no idea what the band’s music is all about. Therefore, scroll to the little icons of your favourite social media platform, and voila, you look busy now.

And the last reason why it’s okay to update media at concerts….

6. It’s your social media account, and no one has a legit right to bother what you are posting on it

They may say you don’t enjoy the show. But, who cares about what they are saying. You are allowed to post as many or as often as you want. If you are comfortable to update your social media while you are at some concert, do it. We know sometimes people have to pour their overexcited feelings on social media and we find there’s nothing wrong with that.

So you’ve gout our six reasons of why it’s okay to do social media at concerts. It’s obvious this article is just for fun (and you don’t have to take it seriously, yet we’ll find some people who will take it seriously. and like what we’ve said earlier, we love to let people to do anything they want to do. It’s cool if you want to keep it old school by throwing your phone and just enjoy the show, and it’s also cool if you want to do some major update on your social media. The point of a concert is you can have fun in your own way, as long as you are having fun!

Setlist Snatcher 101

Tami Sabran — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:07:17 +0000

Amongst the gig-goers, a few are indeed the lucky ones when it comes to obtaining setlists. Whether its purely coincidental or intentional, some enthusiats are keen on getting the setlist of their favorite band. Applying the theory survival of the fittest, like getting a panoramic view of the frontrow, getting a setlist may be a challenge to those who cannot bear the intensity and competition of the crowd. Here are some few pointers you can follow to make it happen!

1. Come Early

the simplest trick to all kinds of first-world concert problems, starting from getting a parking space, a good row or even getting a setlist. It is a must for those who wants a setlist since at the end of the show, the crew usually throws the setlist not too far from the first three rows. Like they say, the early bird gets the worm, so then the earlier you come, the higher the chance of getting a setlist!

2. Befriend the Security

kindness goes a long way when it comes to these things. It is suggested to try to talk and lure the security crew from the beginning of the show, sometimes they’re even kind enough to give you the setlist when you ask them nicely. Some security crew doesn’t know what a setlist is, explain it to them politely and then request them for their help. Make it subtle though, small talks and a few jokes to break the ice, don’t make it seem like you’re only acting nice for a reward. It will be much easier to talk to the crew if you are in the front row.

3.Praise the Band’s Crew

Other than the security crew, befriending the band crew is also the key. They are the ones who usually throw off that priceless piece of paper at a random pace, but when you’re nice and lucky enough, they might even give it to you specifically. Calling out “hey you with the red shirt, give me the setlist” will definitely not get you anythhing, instead try to beg respectfully without the whole kicking and screaming. Hysterical fans are also a big no, act non-chalant yet aware to get what you want. If you make a really good impression, the crew would even scare off the grabbers and give the setlist especially to you.

4. White Lies

They said that honesty is the best policy, but when you would do anything to get a setlist of the band playing, a little white lie won’t hurt. Whether it’s lying that you’ve spent so many hours to get to the concert or that you are a mint-condition setlist collector, lying may be useful as long as it is not harmful or offensive. For example, telling them that you have to take plane or need to ride for hours because you live outside of the city. Or, for girls, the best lie to use is : “Hey,man! I’m currently pregnant now, my baby is craving for a setlist”. At this point, everyone who heard that will be like “Awhhh, just let her and her infant have the setlist, and we’ll be good. (BUT! This kind of lying is pretty much has crossed the lines, however, if you are the all-or-nothing person, this would be your best formula). The crew would sometimes believe you and give it to you straight away, just make sure the lie is believable so they won’t call your bluff.

5. Hold On Tight

It is a serious madness those seconds when the setlist is thrown, even if you’ve already caught the setlist, some mischivieous people may grab it from your grasp. That’s why once you’ve gotten ahold of the setlist, do not let go even for a nanosecond, and when it does happen there is nothing wrong to unleash the inner ghetto side of yours and take back what you’ve earned

6. Bid Up The Setlist

When all attempts have failed miserably, it is time to take on the moolah for action. Some security crew tend to offer the setlist for an amount of money, and later can be bid by the highest bidder. The more green you’re willing to pay, the greater the chance you can get the setlist. It is a nice and clean way of getting the setlist, but for those who had the chance of getting the setlist without buying, it is way more thrilling to get your hands dirty and get the setlist with determination and a bit of perseverence.

You might envy people who can easily get the setlist because they have connections with the concert crew, the promoters, or the insiders. But keep in mind, the attempts of getting a wrinkled and worn out setlist of paper is the euphoria itself, instead of trying to get an insider or buying your way in. The hard work will seem much more worthy and that setlist in your grasp is the token of what you have done to earn it, some kind of a prized medal in the olympics of getting-the-setlist in the ocean of beady-eyed fans with envy green stares. If you follow the pointers above, there will be a more likely success to get the setlist you’ve dreamed of. Good luck and may the odds be in your favor!

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6 Reasons of “Why It’s Okay to Update Social Media at Concerts”

Setlist Snatcher 101