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Heyy ever since I heard about Bonnaroo last year from a friend that told me all about it I loved the way the whole thing sounded and decided I was definitely going... the thing is I really want my 3 best friends to go with me and lets just say they arent your average festival goer...and theyve probably heard of about 3 of the bands at most but I told them its the experience, the people, plus awesome live bands wether they know them or not...they thought it sounded cool but werent at stoked as me, and the last thing they said about it was their other friends tell them that they dont understand what theyre getting into... the not showering thing, that drugs are handed out to them everywhere? etc but i mean i explain to them the not showering thing is GOOD to jst let loose and have fun and not worry about that stupid everyday stuff and i mean theres lots of different people obviously i mean what exaclty is the prevalence of drugs there? anyhooo, what else can i tell my more "highmaintenance" best friends to let them know this would be such an amazing experience, and i mean yall agree they would def have fun right? or should i just say k heck with them and plan my trip with people who are jst as pumped as me ...but i would really like them to be able to experince it and be with them since theyre my bestest friends. ha alll righty thanks guys! ;D
*i like coconuts, you can break them open they smell like ladies lyin in the sun** *Hell I don't even know where I am** *for now I must sit here and ponder the yonder: The herbivores did well cause their food didn't never run** *We listen, if it feels good We shake** *You made a big impression for a girl of your size, Now I can't get by without you and your big brown eyes.**
Yeah they should go, you get used to being dirty after the first day plus there are wash stations and stuff. If they go they will have a good time. Show them some pictures there are plenty on this site.
If they love music they will love 'Roo. My first year, I had a seasoned rooer with me. I was not familiar with many, many of the bands. Coming up on my third roo and would not miss it. Afraid of feeling dirty, bring baby wipes, they work wonders.
It is an experience and an opp to hear new bands and find what they like and don't like. xpand thier horizons.
"Chicago is known as the Windy City, and Montana is called the Big Sky State, so I think that we should somehow combine the two to create the ultimate kite-flying experience. "-Mitch Hedberg
Post by stallion pt. 2 on Feb 15, 2007 22:21:44 GMT -5
When I went to roo in 02 I know exactly 3 bands on the bill, and I had a blast discovering new music. I've been back ever since. Just make sure your friends are at least somewhat open-minded to music they don't know. Or better yet, find bands on the bill that you think are similar to bands they like and buy em some mp3's to pique their interest.
John: We don't even understand our own music Spider: It doesn't, does it matter whether we understand it? At least it'll give us . . . strength John: I know but maybe we could get into it more if we understood it
Post by crazykittensmile on Feb 15, 2007 22:40:30 GMT -5
i'd say go with people that are just as psyched as you, or go alone (you'll never really BE alone at roo, you'll just be with 70,000 of your new best friends!) i know i'd hate to be stuck with some high maintenance people that couldn't relax in the funk for a few days! it's all in good fun, if they're not up for it, i wouldn't force it
i'd say go with people that are just as psyched as you, or go alone (you'll never really BE alone at roo, you'll just be with 70,000 of your new best friends!) i know i'd hate to be stuck with some high maintenance people that couldn't relax in the funk for a few days! it's all in good fun, if they're not up for it, i wouldn't force it
I agree don't foce it just let them weigh their pros and cons. If you force them to come you may end up being miserable with them.
"Chicago is known as the Windy City, and Montana is called the Big Sky State, so I think that we should somehow combine the two to create the ultimate kite-flying experience. "-Mitch Hedberg
Post by ballercat23 on Feb 15, 2007 23:16:59 GMT -5
volsfan said:
crazykittensmile said:
i'd say go with people that are just as psyched as you, or go alone (you'll never really BE alone at roo, you'll just be with 70,000 of your new best friends!) i know i'd hate to be stuck with some high maintenance people that couldn't relax in the funk for a few days! it's all in good fun, if they're not up for it, i wouldn't force it
I agree don't foce it just let them weigh their pros and cons. If you force them to come you may end up being miserable with them.
yes most def... do not force them to go that would be a bummer to get there with them and then they make your first ROO experience a a bad one.... last yr was my first and this yr i am going alone. you will meet plenty of people and everyone takes care of each other for the most part
Do the Roo-test: Make them sit and watch the 2002, 2003 & 2004 Roo DVDs (found at most Barnes & Nobles or amazon.com). If they aren't ready to go after that, then you don't want them there anyway.
last year i went with my best friend who i had gone to many shows/festivals before and some chick i work with who was super high maintenence and not that into music.... we still had an awesome time but she was miserable from friday morning through the rest of the weekend.....definetly make sure your friends know exactly what it will be like before they go or they will most likely have a crappy time and may even ruin your weekend!
Did they try Shakedown Street? I thought you could buy anything there.
I have no idea. I do know that the cops made some pretty big drug busts on people entering Roo, and apparently the supply was low inside. I wouldn't know, though, because I don't do drugs and have never actually seen drugs at Roo.
*i like coconuts, you can break them open they smell like ladies lyin in the sun** *Hell I don't even know where I am** *for now I must sit here and ponder the yonder: The herbivores did well cause their food didn't never run** *We listen, if it feels good We shake** *You made a big impression for a girl of your size, Now I can't get by without you and your big brown eyes.**
what else can i tell my more "highmaintenance" best friends to let them know this would be such an amazing experience, and i mean yall agree they would def have fun right?
tell them the truth. tell them that almost anything they come to 'roo looking for they will find. if they come looking to have their minds opened to music they've never heard in a setting unlike any other, they will find it. if they come looking for a reason to complain about the type of music and the hot, sweaty days, they will find it. if they come looking to meet some of the most friendly, down to earth people who will welcome most any stranger with open arms, they will find it. if they come looking for people with poor personal hygiene acting shady, they will find it. if they come looking for vendors selling beautiful paintings, comfortable clothing, and other assorted crafts, they will find it. if they come looking for people selling less reputable products, they will find it.
bonnaroo, like life imho, is greatly colored by one's perspectives and expectations. tell them to be honest with themselves about why they want to come and what they are looking to get out of the experience, and if they search hard enough, they will find it.
Maybe I'll throw myself to the dogs, but my back's not to the wall Maybe I'll lay some bricks for the man, but the days just aren't that long So if I settle back and chill will I see far enough to feel the angel's dream? I thought it was the Story of the World!
Post by roolacksreality on Feb 16, 2007 19:42:44 GMT -5
crazykittensmile said:
i'd say go with people that are just as psyched as you, or go alone (you'll never really BE alone at roo, you'll just be with 70,000 of your new best friends!) i know i'd hate to be stuck with some high maintenance people that couldn't relax in the funk for a few days! it's all in good fun, if they're not up for it, i wouldn't force it
Post by oatmealschnappz on Feb 17, 2007 1:36:55 GMT -5
xiphoid420 said:
got2pitch said:
what else can i tell my more "highmaintenance" best friends to let them know this would be such an amazing experience, and i mean yall agree they would def have fun right?
tell them the truth. tell them that almost anything they come to 'roo looking for they will find. if they come looking to have their minds opened to music they've never heard in a setting unlike any other, they will find it. if they come looking for a reason to complain about the type of music and the hot, sweaty days, they will find it. if they come looking to meet some of the most friendly, down to earth people who will welcome most any stranger with open arms, they will find it. if they come looking for people with poor personal hygiene acting shady, they will find it. if they come looking for vendors selling beautiful paintings, comfortable clothing, and other assorted crafts, they will find it. if they come looking for people selling less reputable products, they will find it.
bonnaroo, like life imho, is greatly colored by one's perspectives and expectations. tell them to be honest with themselves about why they want to come and what they are looking to get out of the experience, and if they search hard enough, they will find it.