Hello everyone, today we are going to talk about one of my favorite topics: concerts! Maybe you have already been to one, maybe you have one in the near-future or maybe you are waiting for your favorite artist to stop by!
We all know what they are, but do we all know how to prepare for them? Yes, I think. (what??? Plot twist???) BUT I always love to read how other people do it! I think all tips are great and a concert always stays something unique, so to be well prepared is a must! I, myself, have already been to 4 concerts. I think you learn a lot about going to concerts and I've already made many mistakes during concerts (which I could have avoided) so I decided to share some of my tips:
{NOTE: I am also going to give advice if you want to go as a VIP, which I have never done myself but I plan on doing. I am going to put those in cursive}
Buy tickets:
It might sound logical, but this just needs to happen! Without tickets, you are not going. First of all you need to know what kind of tickets that you want: do you want a GA ticket and stand in the pit? Do you want seats? (if available. Make sure to check!) How much money do I want to spend on tickets? How many people do I take with me or am I going alone? Do I want to go VIP? These are very important questions, and you better know the answer to all of them before they go on sale!
Now I do not want to ruin all the fun: but tickets cost money. You will need money. Maybe you will even have to save money. Keep in mind that you do not only need money for tickets but also for transport, to use the bathroom at the venue, food & drinks at the venue (because you cannot take your own! They check that) and maybe even merchandise.
If you want a meet & greet then you should look up what packages that they offer and how expensive they are. Make sure to look if they include a concert ticket or not! Do know that prices can (and mostly do) depend on which country the artist comes to. E.g. Packages are more expensive in Russia than in the Ukraine. This is very logical because of how "rich" a country is. It is completely fair and should be respected. If you want to start saving without even the slightest hint that your artist is coming; try to figure out how much it was last time. Chances are big that it'll be the same price or maybe a little bit more expensive. Make sure that you really want this and that you will not regret spending such a huge amount of money on an artist that is not worth it. Look up stories from people that already met them and they can tell you if it is worth it or not!
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| Packages of Thirty Seconds To Mars in the Ukraine (THIS IS NOT THE SAME FOR EACH ARTIST AND EACH COUNTRY) These are very clear and great examples. |
HINT: Keep an eye out on giveaways by magazines and radio-stations for tickets.
Make sure that if they do a quiz that you have enough knowledge on the artist. You
also might have to explain why you want tickets: make sure you can do that.
Also make sure that you know their biggest hits. Sometimes they might ask you about those.
Look for info:
Where is the concert? How long does it take you to get there? What transport will I use? When does it start and end? What songs will they play? Here is a site where you can find setlists for every artist, tour, country,etc. (NOTE: You can also go for the surprise effect by totally not knowing the setlist! That makes it so much fun! I sometimes forget the setlist in the moment as I am way too excited for the concert so yeah...) Keep an eye on social media: maybe some people from your country are doing a special project and it's nice to join those! If you want to, you can also talk to people who are going to the same concert! It's a great time to make friends!
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| Shout-out to Germany: this is honestly level 100000000000000. |
Plan your day:
My entire day will be dedicated to my concert. We all know that I (and maybe you too) will not have your chills that day so it makes things a lot easier if you plan out EVERY SINGLE THING. That is right. Just to make sure that you do not forget anything. Plan it all. When do you wake up? When do you shower? What and when do I eat? At what time do I leave the house? Did I pack everything? HINT: pack everything in a little bag the day before the concert to take with you to the concert. (I will post below what you should take with you.)
Work for energy:
NOTE: This is something that I do. If you do not want to, that is okay. You get a lot of energy during a concert: you will survive it.
At a concert you will have to jump, dance, wave, etc. This demands a lot of energy! I start to work out a lot before so I do not have sore muscles. I sometimes feel like to me it is just a "secret" motivation to work out. It just makes me want to be healthy so I can be the best version of myself. So if you are going to do this too, then I recommend to listen to the artist you are seeing!
Know all the RIGHT lyrics to every single song:
We all have sang the wrong lyrics to a song and when you are at a concert and screaming the lyrics things could get pretty awkward. I personally sing every single song of a concert and I make sure that people hear me. (Sorry again to my friends who went to the Fall Out Boy concert with me, I didn not know that I was screaming in your ears!) I will listen to the song while reading the lyrics once in a while and I just get so excited. You are going to hear that song live. THE EXCITEMENT!!!
We all have sang the wrong lyrics to a song and when you are at a concert and screaming the lyrics things could get pretty awkward. I personally sing every single song of a concert and I make sure that people hear me. (Sorry again to my friends who went to the Fall Out Boy concert with me, I didn not know that I was screaming in your ears!) I will listen to the song while reading the lyrics once in a while and I just get so excited. You are going to hear that song live. THE EXCITEMENT!!!
HINT: Look up the supporting act(s) and look at their most recent/ most popular songs. No better warm up than the supporting act!
Preparation for the meet & greet:
Chances are huge that you will only have a few seconds to actually talk personally to the artist. Look up reviews of people who previously went to a meet & greet with your artist. Ask their entire story and you will see what the meet & greet will be like. Think about what you want to say/ask. You will only be able to say one thing: make it count. Also think about a pose for your meet & greet picture! Do not be ashamed to ask for a hug or a weird pose: the artist will love it! Make sure that you always ask for things like a hug: show some respect. Practice in front of a mirror or keep a paper with what you want to say in your pocket: you do not want to regret not saying anything. Make sure you respect the rules of the entire experience. Write a letter or make something for the artist! Every artist appreciates gifts. Don't give inappropriate gifts or letters: no one wants those, it doesn't show any respect and you migth aswell ruin it for everyone. (E.g. The frontman of 30 Seconds To Mars has once gotten an ear from a fan... (EW) Ever since fans are no longer allowed to personally give gifts/letters, but they have to through the concierge, who will check for inappropriate stuff.)
FAQ about concerts:
What do I take with me to a concert?
I would suggest to take a bottle of deodorant with you (as you will sweat a lot and maybe you'll enjoy some deodorant after the concert), some money (to buy food, drinks, merch...), your cellphone and if you want to take some pictures or videos then I suggest a small camera. I, myself, put this in a little bag that I can keep my eyes on all the time. You can also put it in your pockets or something else that you feel safe with.
What do I wear?
COMFORT is all that you need at a concert. Leave the tight little black dress and fancy high heels at home. So one thing you should now: winter or summer, it will get hot with all those people sweating. Wear a few layers that are not too thick. I will almost always wear a top with a flannel shirt or a little pull. I will wear just a regular pants in winter and a short in summer. I ALWAYS wear sneakers to go to a concert: these are comfortable and you can jump around on them as much as you want. A lot of people will wonder: Can I wear a shirt of the artist that I'm seeing? FUCKING HELL YES. Now listen up: most people say 'no'. WHY? You have literally paid money to see the artist and they know that you love the artist and you PAID for that shirt or even MADE that shirt yourself and it is literally the best moment that you can wear it so WHY NOT? Wear that shirt proudly!
What do I eat or drink before/during a concert?
I do not drink any alcoholic drinks or soft drinks on the day of a concert. Water will be the only thing I am getting (and I absolutely do not want you to feel limited to that). It is okay to drink alcoholic drinks or soft drinks on the day and even before/during the concert. Do not worry. I do not drink any of those because I once drank a soda before/during a concert and I felt sick afterwards because of all the jumping I did... Also, do not drink too much right before the concert! You do not want to go to the toilet during a concert. (which I have also done, but I was damn fast and did not miss a thing). For your food you are basically free, but eat something that is light. (that is what I recommend though).
How do I behave myself at a concert?
Rule #1: the crazier, the better! Artists LOVE it when there are energetic, crazy people in the crowd! Wave, jump, sing, dance... Have the night of a lifetime! This is your night that you've been looking forward to for AGES! (or at least it feels like it). Just do not be rude to other people and have respect for their presence. You can also paint something on your face (the artist's name/logo, just a simple line). This way you will stand out more and you have every reason to!
Preparation for the meet & greet:
Chances are huge that you will only have a few seconds to actually talk personally to the artist. Look up reviews of people who previously went to a meet & greet with your artist. Ask their entire story and you will see what the meet & greet will be like. Think about what you want to say/ask. You will only be able to say one thing: make it count. Also think about a pose for your meet & greet picture! Do not be ashamed to ask for a hug or a weird pose: the artist will love it! Make sure that you always ask for things like a hug: show some respect. Practice in front of a mirror or keep a paper with what you want to say in your pocket: you do not want to regret not saying anything. Make sure you respect the rules of the entire experience. Write a letter or make something for the artist! Every artist appreciates gifts. Don't give inappropriate gifts or letters: no one wants those, it doesn't show any respect and you migth aswell ruin it for everyone. (E.g. The frontman of 30 Seconds To Mars has once gotten an ear from a fan... (EW) Ever since fans are no longer allowed to personally give gifts/letters, but they have to through the concierge, who will check for inappropriate stuff.)
FAQ about concerts:
What do I take with me to a concert?
I would suggest to take a bottle of deodorant with you (as you will sweat a lot and maybe you'll enjoy some deodorant after the concert), some money (to buy food, drinks, merch...), your cellphone and if you want to take some pictures or videos then I suggest a small camera. I, myself, put this in a little bag that I can keep my eyes on all the time. You can also put it in your pockets or something else that you feel safe with.
What do I wear?
COMFORT is all that you need at a concert. Leave the tight little black dress and fancy high heels at home. So one thing you should now: winter or summer, it will get hot with all those people sweating. Wear a few layers that are not too thick. I will almost always wear a top with a flannel shirt or a little pull. I will wear just a regular pants in winter and a short in summer. I ALWAYS wear sneakers to go to a concert: these are comfortable and you can jump around on them as much as you want. A lot of people will wonder: Can I wear a shirt of the artist that I'm seeing? FUCKING HELL YES. Now listen up: most people say 'no'. WHY? You have literally paid money to see the artist and they know that you love the artist and you PAID for that shirt or even MADE that shirt yourself and it is literally the best moment that you can wear it so WHY NOT? Wear that shirt proudly!
What do I eat or drink before/during a concert?
I do not drink any alcoholic drinks or soft drinks on the day of a concert. Water will be the only thing I am getting (and I absolutely do not want you to feel limited to that). It is okay to drink alcoholic drinks or soft drinks on the day and even before/during the concert. Do not worry. I do not drink any of those because I once drank a soda before/during a concert and I felt sick afterwards because of all the jumping I did... Also, do not drink too much right before the concert! You do not want to go to the toilet during a concert. (which I have also done, but I was damn fast and did not miss a thing). For your food you are basically free, but eat something that is light. (that is what I recommend though).
How do I behave myself at a concert?
Rule #1: the crazier, the better! Artists LOVE it when there are energetic, crazy people in the crowd! Wave, jump, sing, dance... Have the night of a lifetime! This is your night that you've been looking forward to for AGES! (or at least it feels like it). Just do not be rude to other people and have respect for their presence. You can also paint something on your face (the artist's name/logo, just a simple line). This way you will stand out more and you have every reason to!
I hope that you liked to read this as much as I enjoyed writing it. I am really enthusiastic when it comes to concerts.
Much love,
Xo
COUNTER OF HOW MANY TIMES I TYPED "COCNERT" INSTEAD OF "CONCERT": 4
COUNTER OF HOW MANY TIMES THE WORD "CONCERT(S)' IS IN THIS POST: 31
COUNTER OF HOW MANY TIMES THE WORD "CONCERT(S)' IS IN THIS POST: 31
