It wasn’t a complete surprise, but nonetheless Lil’ Wayne’s first on-stage appearance since being released from jail brings up many topics about prison concerts that we must explore.
November 9, 2010 1 Comment
August 3, 2010 1 Comment
The Tragedy At Love Parade Festival In Germany
On Saturday I posted an interview with a live music fan who had a DJ Tiesto concert conversion experience last fall in Chicago. Well, it saddens me to publish this blog post because it’s about the tragedy that occurred at the Love Parade in Germany where DJ Tiesto was headlining and 21 concert fans died [...]
July 7, 2010 12 Comments
Good, Bad Or Strange: How Are Concert Fans Behaving In 2010?
By the end of 2009, we had gathered up a very entertaining group of concert characters for our best (and worst) concert fans of the year list. So now that we’re half way through 2010, it’s time for a quick mid-year check-in so you can share your own funny, strange and inspiring fan sightings you’ve [...]
July 6, 2010 Leave a Comment
Live Fix June Wrap-Up: Riot News, Free Downloads, Artist Interviews…
Speaking of fireworks…. I hope you had a very safe and celebratory 4th of July. Yes, I know June is past. But there was a whole lot going on during June in the live music world. And I know you don’t want to be left out, do ya? Didn’t think so.
June 21, 2010 Leave a Comment
June 16, 2010 3 Comments
Why Did Fans Riot At Canceled Drake Concert In NYC?
Concert fan behavior continues to fascinate me. And though yesterday’s riot after the canceled Drake concert in NYC is nothing to be proud of for any concert fan, it’s still yet other curious case of concert fans gone wild that we’re more than happy to examine.
June 15, 2010 5 Comments
Why Does A Tackled Slash Recall Painful Concert Memories?
After watching this video of Slash getting tackled in Milan last week I think it’s time we revisit a few painfully strange and hurtful onstage moments endured by bands and fans.
August 10, 2009 8 Comments
How Fans Feel The Pain of Falling On Stage
Why do we take pleasure in someone else’s pain? Have you ever laughed, or giggled, under your breath when you’ve seen someone trip and then kiss the pavement? I’ll be honest with you. I have. Many times. Ever since I can remember, when I see someone trip or fall, I usually laugh when it happens. Not because I’m a heartless [...]
