Going it alone at a show

[terry]

I almost always go to shows alone. Once in a blue moon I'll go with someone, but it's not too often and I usually feel responsible that they have a good time since I'm usually the instigator. Besides, I don't view going to concerts as a social event. Some of my friends do and don't really understand why I would go by myself. My response is usually "Why do you watch  Lost  by yourself?" Also, as previously posted, a single ticket will get you a better seat in the bigger non-GA shows. (Case in point, I just bought an Aretha Franklin ticket. There are only singles available unless you want the lawn. YAY!)  
 
 I really don't mind the wait between sets. It's a good time for me to catch up on my reading so I actually welcome it. Also, at the 9:30 club, usually the music that's played in between makes the down-time fly by (so keep posting your setlists djs!)

[eip]

I never went to a show alone, except for one horrible HFS festival, until I had a child.  Then, if other friends couldn't or didn't want to go, it just became easier to leave my husband at home, especially because he's not as into going to shows as I am.  I certainly would rather go with a friend, but I would miss too many shows if I didn't go alone.  The 9:30 club and Black Cat are easy and comfortable.  I went to one Merriweather show alone, and that was ok.  I think I'd be more uncomfortable at a place like the Verizon Center.

Originally posted by eip:
   The 9:30 club and Black Cat are easy and comfortable.  I went to one Merriweather show alone, and that was ok.  I think I'd be more uncomfortable at a place like the Verizon Center.

I go to Birchmere for the food.

[ratioci nation]

Originally posted by Random Citizen PDX:
  Pollard, are you going to one of the Spoon shows at the Doug Fir in a couple of weeks? I'll be at the Friday show. It will be easy to locate me...I'm the black girl.      
 

I didnt even realize they were playing.  Probably not, I think my next show is The High Strung at Dantes.  But if I end up going I will keep an eye out for you.

[Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer]

Oh c'mon Pollard, don't pass up this chance at a love connection!
 
 

Originally posted by pdx pollard:
   

Originally posted by Random Citizen PDX:
  Pollard, are you going to one of the Spoon shows at the Doug Fir in a couple of weeks? I'll be at the Friday show. It will be easy to locate me...I'm the black girl.        
 

I didnt even realize they were playing.  Probably not, I think my next show is The High Strung at Dantes.  But if I end up going I will keep an eye out for you. [/b]

[thirsty moore]

pics or it didn't happen.
 
 

Originally posted by miss pretentious:
  it's all right. i'm sure i was 'asking for it' in my:
 a. tight shirt
 b. short skirt
 c. tight jeans
 d. heels

[nkotb]

This is why you are regularly pepper-sprayed.
 
 

Originally posted by econo:
  pics or it didn't happen.
 
   

Originally posted by miss pretentious:
  it's all right. i'm sure i was 'asking for it' in my:
 a. tight shirt
 b. short skirt
 c. tight jeans
 d. heels

[/b]

[Cali]

i usually go to shows alone. it feels a bit awkward when i first arrive, mostly because i'm usually 1 of 5 black people there. the awkwardness goes away once the music starts though.
 
 i found out a few years ago, it's better to go alone than with someone that's not really into the band.
 
 so far this year, i've been to 6 shows. sometimes i want someone there to share it with, but until i meet people that like shows as much as i do, i'll continue to go it alone.
 
 festivals are the hardest to go to alone...until the music starts...  

[thirsty moore]

Which is why the follow up line is:
 
 pepper spray or it didn't happen.
 
 

Originally posted by nkotb:
  This is why you are regularly pepper-sprayed.

[Staralfur25]

I usually go alone because it is such a long drive..and I don't feel like being in a car with someone for that trip. ha ha
  Unless it is the scissor sisters then all my friends want to go.
 

[Venerable Bede]

Originally posted by you be betty:
 
 because everyone in LA is always very friendly.  

i find that statement highly dubious.
 
 i can probably count on one hand the number of shows i've been to by myself.  i just prefer going with more people. . .makes my drinking seem less sad.

[Myfo]

Back when I was in college, it was easy to grab a group of people and see a show that you all liked. Now that I'm in my mid-20's and all my friends are scattering to the four corners, it becomes a pain to track people down for shows. Add on top of that differing musical tastes and I don't hesitate to go solo to a show at all.
 
 
 

Originally posted by 6949:
  I was embarrassed to go alone before so I met 3 concert buddies off CL. Huge mistake. They all should be medicated.  Don't try it.

I've tried CL with mixed results. One concert buddy became a very good friend, then she moved back home to Europe! Another one moved to New York!
 The others have been good, but I don't know, sometimes you talk about seeing a another show soon but then get caught up in other things and neither one of us get back to each other.
 
 I'll also head to movies myself sometimes as well. Not as often as shows though, but if there's a movie I want to see and I've got a free afternoon off work, I'm there.

[you be betty]

eeeep, i meant to say that everyone who i have met thus far at shows in LA has been very friendly.
 

Originally posted by Venerable Bede:
   

Originally posted by you be betty:
 
 because everyone in LA is always very friendly.  

i find that statement highly dubious.
 
 i can probably count on one hand the number of shows i've been to by myself.  i just prefer going with more people. . .makes my drinking seem less sad. [/b]

[Lazer Guided Melodies]

Speaking of festivals alone, I went to Glasto '99 by myself and it was one of the best music experiences I have ever had.  I went the next year with the girlfriend, and lets just say it was not as much fun.

[Random Citizen]

Originally posted by pdx pollard:
  I didnt even realize they were playing.  Probably not, I think my next show is The High Strung at Dantes.  But if I end up going I will keep an eye out for you.

The shows were just announced last week. I happened to be on the Doug Fir site to see what shows were coming up and saw the note. I guess since Britt lives here now, this stuff will happen from time to time.