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 Post subject: Do you make a point to...Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 6:49 am 
... meet bands after the show? I think that I may be more outgoing than I think, or something. With all the 'How can I meet Eisley / How can I get Eisley's autographs' threads on eisleyblog, and with the fact that I recently had to drag a friend with me to meet some (rather unknown) bands after a Celtic Rock concert, it's making me wonder what percent of people who watch a band actually make a point to meet and thank them afterwards (not to mention get autographs, pictures, or give gifts). When I saw Eisley, everyone cleared out within a few minutes after the show. There were all of maybe ten to twenty fans left (out of the original five hundred) scattered about the building that actually waited for the band to come out of the dressing room. If I've really enjoyed a band's show and I'm a big fan, I usually at least make an attempt to see them afterwards. If there's a line, I'll wait. Of course, if a band seemed to want to be left alone, I wouldn't approach them, but I really can't think of a time that's happened. SO! Do you try to meet bands after shows, or just leave? Also, is it out of character for you to make a point to say hello to someone, but you kind of transform into a different person during live shows? _________________ ♥ Love, Jamie ♥ |
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:28 am
I've never actually met anybody unfortunately...I've wanted too, though. _________________ patrock wrote: Grandma: What are you thankful for?
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:29 am
It depends how late it is, who I'm with, who the band is, how many people are there... ect... _________________ my name's carrie and i love a good sandwich so if you have a sandwich, come roll with me! 
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:40 am
You'd be surprised how many people will remember you and will remember your name and many facts about your last meeting. I always try to meet the band members to make them feel like I care and it makes me leave with a better impression of the band. of course, some band members won't even talk or ask your name, but many others will and it's worth my time to meet them. _________________ 
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 11:32 am
it depends on so many factors. if i really want to meet them, then i would try. case in point: i could've eeasily met the blood brothers, but i had no real desire to. they were good live, but i didn't reall care to gush about how great i thought they were. i figured they'd find that boring. _________________ http://thegirlinthebearhat.tumblr.com/ |
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:38 pm
I would say I meet about 80% of the bands I see because where I live is basically a party town so bands come here and relax more than they probably usually do for example I sat talking with ted Leo and drummer Chris for about 3 hours before their show at a table right out the front of the venue. The venues where I live are all very laid back as well,especially compared to sydney where I grew up,so much so that they'll let anybody in with cameras etc...and the bands always come out to the bar after the shows and have a drink with the crowd I don't really give a crap if they remember me because it's just a nice moment and makes the gig more special _________________ 
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Post subject: Posted: Tue Jul 19, 2005 4:48 pm
homesick_alien wrote: I don't really give a crap if they remember me because it's just a nice moment and makes the gig more special I totally agree with you there. I try to meet bands just for the experience, and whether they remember me specifically doesn't really matter - at least they'll know they got a nice response and be willing to come back again. _________________ ♥ Love, Jamie ♥ |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 6:33 am
I'm surprised at how many voted 'Noo, I'd probably get shy and say something stupid.' Bands are really used to people saying stupid mushy stuff to them. You're no different than the other hundreds; I say go for it!  _________________ ♥ Love, Jamie ♥ |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 8:21 am
Most of the bands I listen to have either broken up or don't tour where I live. If I can I try to meet the band though. _________________ Coprophiliacs make sh*tty lovers. Flickr Transvaal IV - Myspace : Virb Deep Thoughts About Shallow Subjects |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 8:24 am
For the most part, I make it a point to meet the band/s playing. It all depends on who it is. _________________ Thistledown |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 9:06 am
I usually do... or at least try to. I stick around longer for some bands though... like Eisley. But sometimes it's not up to you because some bands just don't show up. Like Taking Back Sunday.  Oh well. I'm not too into them anymore. But I was about three years ago when I saw them, and the fact that they ignored me and then disappeared the rest of the time pissed me off. But yeah, I usually try to meet them.
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:35 am
hm i'd probably pick more than one of those options. it really depends. certain bands i always try to meet (eisley, etc.) almost every time ive met anyone from a band, ive said something stupid, i think the only exceptions are Eisley and Straylight Run. but mostly, when i leave and dont meet the band because its too late, im too tired or whatever, i alwyas regret it afterwards. Last month, i saw Ted Leo and the Pharmacists, and first of all, i was dieing from heatstroke. But the cool hair guy from TV on the Radio was there, and i REALLY wanted to say hi to him, and to Ted &RX. But even though after the show tv radio guy was chatting it up with people i got nervous and just walked right by. and i missed ted too! so im mad at myself  _________________ Julie Do you believe in something beautiful? Then get up and be it! http://www.last.fm/user/Untitled_9/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/86438423@N00/ |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:56 am
For me it totally depends. but i stil put the first one, tho it'd be a mix of the 1st 2 choices. time depends cuz my parents usually pick me up. But i do enjoy staying if i can and one time it was definately worth it cuz i met some guys and i saw em 2 days later. _________________ this is my signature rawr! My livejournal Myspace? |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:59 am
after a show, i usually go try to talk to someone in the band and mention that i'm a college radio dj and play their songs (and sometimes i lie and say that even if i don't play their songs) |
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Post subject: Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 11:03 am
Reepicheep wrote: I'm surprised at how many voted 'Noo, I'd probably get shy and say something stupid.'
Bands are really used to people saying stupid mushy stuff to them. You're no different than the other hundreds; I say go for it! i agree i'm suprised by how many people either don't care to meet the band or are afraid to. i like to hang around, chat a bit, grab a cell phone number then run home and tell you guys  _________________ welcome to the no pants club boone |
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