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First concert in over 20 years
Posted on 2/2/26 at 9:13 am
Posted on 2/2/26 at 9:13 am
I haven't been to a concert (short of small, local music venues) in over 20 years - last one was seeing some bands like Apoptygma Berzerk and VNV Nation at The Masquerade in Atlanta when my first wife was really into that kind of music. Last outdoor concert... damn, I think it was the band Live in Birmingham, late 90s.
This summer I'm going to go see Lindsey Stirling in concert... any recommendations on what to expect? Venue is a 7500 person outdoor location (so nothing as crazy as filling a football stadium) but curious what to expect (if anyone has some experience with it). I do plan on getting there early, and I'll be in part of the venue that has seating so I won't need a blanket or lawn chair.
This summer I'm going to go see Lindsey Stirling in concert... any recommendations on what to expect? Venue is a 7500 person outdoor location (so nothing as crazy as filling a football stadium) but curious what to expect (if anyone has some experience with it). I do plan on getting there early, and I'll be in part of the venue that has seating so I won't need a blanket or lawn chair.
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Posted on 2/2/26 at 9:29 am to skrayper
quote:with that particular venue? You didn’t say what it was
curious what to expect (if anyone has some experience with it)
With live music in general? That’s a pretty undefined question but if you like the artist I’m sure you’ll have fun
I see a couple dozen or more shows every year. Leave your issues at the door (if you have any) and go have a good time
Posted on 2/2/26 at 9:51 am to skrayper
You're certainly making the right decision planning this life-changing excursion 6-months in advance.
Stay safe!
Stay safe!
Posted on 2/2/26 at 10:01 am to skrayper
quote:Inconsiderate people around you talking the whole time and filming the entire concert with their phone in your line of sight. The live concert experience sucks these days.
but curious what to expect
Posted on 2/2/26 at 11:38 am to tigeroarz1
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The live concert experience sucks these days.
For big shows I’d agree.
Small venues are still an amazing time in my experience. I’ll take a low tier band in an intimate venue 100 times out of 100 over seeing a huge act in a stadium or gym- even if it’s a favorite of mine. I still go to those sometimes but I’m always a little unsatisfied
Posted on 2/2/26 at 12:08 pm to cgrand
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with that particular venue? You didn’t say what it was
Heh, fair.
The Allianz Amphitheater in Richmond.
Posted on 2/2/26 at 12:15 pm to skrayper
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(short of small, local music venues)
Why doesn't this count? This is the best way to see a band.
Posted on 2/2/26 at 10:52 pm to Brosef Stalin
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Why doesn't this count? This is the best way to see a band.
Because I could literally walk to them, and it didn't require any prep or anything.
Other than that, sure, it totally counts.
Posted on 2/3/26 at 10:53 am to skrayper
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and it didn't require any prep or anything.
I don't think I've ever really prepped for a concert. My wife works in the front office for an outdoor amphitheater like the one you are going to. We used to go to tons of shows. A little more difficult with young kids, but we still go to a few a year. Summer in the South is hot and humid. No surprise there. To me, it's worth getting assigned seats to not have to get out there early to claim a spot on the lawn.
Posted on 2/3/26 at 11:18 am to skrayper
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it didn't require any prep or anything
like what?
arrive at the venue via your preferred transportation option
enter the venue via the entrance and scan your ticket
follow the signs to your section and seats
occupy your seats
enjoy the show and remember to hydrate
Posted on 2/3/26 at 1:06 pm to skrayper
quote:
First concert in over 20 years
Wow, if I go 6 months without getting a live music fix I get annoyed, much less 20 years.
Posted on 2/3/26 at 1:10 pm to tigeroarz1
quote:
The live concert experience sucks these days.
I started loving live music as a freshman in high school. Started with seeing American Tragedy up here in North LA. Go to as many concerts as possible. Some are quite a bit better than others but in the past 20 years there are very few things that have changed other than the cost of a ticket and drinks.
Going to see a good band at a cool venue is just as enjoyable now as it's always been.
Posted on 2/3/26 at 2:41 pm to iwyLSUiwy
quote:its better
Going to see a good band at a cool venue is just as enjoyable now as it's always been
here's the venue OP is going to...it did not exist 20 years ago. shite it didnt exist 1 year ago
and with record sales revenue drying up, bands have to tour. combine exponentially cooler venues with active touring schedules and you get what we have know...the absolute best live music scene ever to be
i'm hitting the road thursday for nine shows in eighteen days.
and i'm old
This post was edited on 2/3/26 at 2:44 pm
Posted on 2/3/26 at 2:49 pm to skrayper
quote:i would consider attending all of these shows (except whatever a "khalid" is) if this is your hometown venue
The Allianz Amphitheater in Richmond.
especially JRAD which is a guaranteed boogie down good time
Posted on 2/4/26 at 9:48 pm to cgrand
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i'm hitting the road thursday for nine shows in eighteen days.
Damn man.
I'm guessing you're in a band... can we ask who, or is that too much personal info?
Posted on 2/4/26 at 9:50 pm to cgrand
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i would consider attending all of these shows (except whatever a "khalid" is) if this is your hometown venue
It's about an hour and a half from where I live... close enough to drive in a day, but far enough that if the concert has a late start I'd probably get a hotel rather than try to drive tired.
I should see if any friends would make the trip with me for some of these. I could see any of those being a blast of a road trip.
Posted on 2/5/26 at 8:24 am to skrayper
Billy strings
Posted on 2/5/26 at 1:14 pm to skrayper
Of that list I would say Alabama Shakes is definitely worth the drive. They are great live and Britney has an incredible voice.
Posted on 2/5/26 at 1:54 pm to skrayper
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VNV Nation
They put on a good show in Baton Rouge 25 years ago. It was a small venue (Spanish Moon).
Posted on 2/5/26 at 4:54 pm to cgrand
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Billy strings
Well damn, you're performing less than an hour away in Charlottesville in April. I'll have to check that out (shame the only seats left are in the 300 sections)
Also, more amusingly...
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