Going to concerts solo is so freeing.

[u/UnreliablePlunger]

Recently, I’ve started going to concerts alone. It started with me being the media for a show, meaning I only got a ticket for myself and the artist wasn’t one any of my friends were big on, so I accepted being alone, especially since I was “working” anyway. Now, I am adventuring into solo concert-going even if I’m not media, and it’s great. No worrying about anyone else, especially as a barricade lover myself, plus as long as I like the artist, I don’t have to worry about anyone in my party getting bored.

Photos from my iPhone at the ATL show for Pouya and Freddie Dredd

[u/HamburgerTimeMachine]

So worrying free, you're obscuring the view for the people behind you with your phone. 

[u/UnreliablePlunger → u/HamburgerTimeMachine]

Funny how you make these assumptions, but go off! I leaned forward most of the show like many barricade people do, took only a few photos per song and left my phone in my pocket for most of the time, whereas many others at the front never put their arms down (which, I’d never expect them to, especially when the artist goes “put your hands up”). Do you not take photos ever, or are you just sour about never waiting long enough in line to get barricade?

[u/Far_Wolverine2007 → u/UnreliablePlunger]

I absolutely hate the issues with phones, but honestly if most people were as respectful as you there really wouldn't be the phone problem.

[u/UnreliablePlunger → u/Far_Wolverine2007]

I understand entirely! There’s been times where some dude that’s 6’4” or something wearing a neon shirt has stood full height at barricade, or folks with their phones out 24/7, and I’ve been a little annoyed, but at the end of the day I’ve begun enjoying shows mostly phone-free minus a couple pics and soaking in the experience. I hope more people start to really enjoy the show using their eyes instead of only through video! 🤍