Gigs

There is nothing more satisfying than being in a room packed with people, whom love the band in front of them as much as you do! From my experience, at a gig, everyone is your friend. There is no judgement, everyone simply accepts that the people they are surrounded with having something important in common with them. Their music taste!

Being in a room packed with so many people that you can barely move, having what you hope is a drink but is most likely pee thrown at you, and sweating more than you thought possible sounds like a truly awful experience. Yet when the band that you love comes out and you hear the music you adore, none of that matters! Singing along with everyone and anyone, jumping like a maniac and trying to get a halfway decent video without dropping your phone becomes the most important thing. 

Hearing a band you love play live is honestly indescribable. I have found myself in tears at many gigs simply overwhelmed by my love for a song or a band. I have met some amazing people at gigs and can always spot people out of the crowd that I recognise! 

If you are hesitant about seeing a band live because you’re scared the crowd may be rowdy, don’t be! If you want to be amongst the chaos (which I always am) then you can be, but if not, you’ll still have an amazing time if you stand back and simply listen to the music!

Here are some pictures from some gigs!  

   Biffy Clyro

 Jamie T

  Morrissey

  The Vaccines

  The Courteeners

  The Killers
 Miles Kane

There are just some of many and I know the quality isn’t all that great in some of them but these photos represent some of my favourite memories!! 

Why Music Matters

I believe that music is good for the soul. Regardless of what genre of music you enjoy, taking a break every now and again to listen to music can almost be therapeutic. I love music. I love discovering new artists and the amazing feeling of falling in love with an album.

When it comes to music there is one thing that I care about more than anything. Gigs. To me there is nothing more magical than seeing an artist you adore live. Being surrounded with people who are all on the exact same page as you in regards to the artist is incredible and the whole experience is incredibly uplifting. I have found that despite being surrounded by strangers, it can often feel as though you are with old friends as you all sing along together without giving it a second thought!

   
  
Some photos from gigs: Biffy Clyro, Jamie T and The Vaccines!

Music plays a huge impact in my life as I know it does with most people. Listening to your favourite song can go a long way in helping to lift your mood when you’re struggling. Also it is reassuring to listen to songs that you feel you can relate to, in a way it is a reminder that you are not alone in whatever you may be going through.

Despite this, music is not only for listening to when you are sad. In my opinion, there is nothing better than being in a good mood and having your favourite happy songs on full blast! Being with friends and having a kareoke session can be hilarious, even if you are completely tonedeaf, a bit like myself. Belting out your favourite songs with your friends is an essential part of any good night out!