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I'm actually putting together an email right now asking them what their criteria is for breaking this record.
Let us know what they say please.
For sure. I can't imagine that festivals would count towards that record but you never know. I'm trying to get the specific criteria. Even if no two concerts can be attended at the same venue back to back (i.e. Black Keys w/ Flaming Lips opening at Lakewood Amphitheater would not be considered 2 separate concerts), 15 in 7 days would be challenging but far from impossible. It's gotta be the obscurity of the record that keeps it from being broken every 7 days.
Post by warpedfan11 on May 4, 2013 18:03:33 GMT -5
A both a music and running enthusiast (Completed two marathons and I'm in the middle of training for a 50 K race) Roo is exhausting enough..I thought about going for a short jog one of the mornings, but I'm reconsidering that since there are so many shows I want to catch, I don't wanna tucker myself out!
Pssst.... It's 2013. I don't mind. And we all know what you mean. I'm just correcting you nice as possible. Unless you meant to start planning this for next year, of course.
It's too close to get anything going this year, so yes, I was talking about next year. (and I'm totally joking about getting something going anyway, but thanks for looking out for me)
And no, this isn't something I plan on doing myself, and yes I know it would be a totally bogus way to spend the weekend, kind of a waste of time and money.
But for the running enthusiast who enjoys music, I think doing something like this could probably be comparable to finishing a half marathon or something, especially with the amount of people around and the heat. You wouldn't see long bouts of music, but you would be able to say you saw EVERY band besides the smaller stages.
I think my hardest concept with this theoretically would e thinking someone could get as much enjoyment out of one song from each band as opposed to a set.
We have a rock n' run or something like that here that spread bands out every 1/4 mile or so at different lots. Similar , perhaps.
I don't know. Like I said; I'm there to relax and follow my muse. I'm just glad nobody gave you any garbage over this. People can be mean on this site. If I can manage to start running in the next few weeks I'll consider joining your jaunt for a lap or so.
YES! It can be done...and that's how & by whom: photojournalists. They are the ones who take pics during the first few songs, then head over to the next act. That said, they're working and thus not able to stop and enjoy the shows. And it's no fun! Why would a regular (non-media) festival goer want to miss out on the magic just to accomplish a goal? That would be like going to a buffet of epic nomtastic goodies and only taking half a bite of each item. Sure, you'd get a lot of flavors but you wouldn't enjoy the meal.
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Post by SippinCoffee on May 5, 2013 8:33:25 GMT -5
By count, I have 22 shows marked on the schedule to see. If Fests count then that would break the record...Ill see 2/3 of each of those sets and all of most of them. And I guarantee you I have a ridiculously awesome time. So....with that said, the record could easily be broken while still having the "Bonnaroo" Experience. Still assuming that Festivals count.
This is the underlying question when everyone counts their shows seen. I think it's a personal thing. If you want to say you saw Mogwai last year cause you passed the tent they were playing in by going from a port-a-pottie to get a corndog, well then you did. Personally I need a half hour before I "count" the show.
That's exactly what I'm doing when I'm rocking "Roll like a Rockstar."
Except sprinting, it will be my personal golf cart taxi.
You say this now... but I guarantee the moment you first feel tired that the comfy bed in your AC'ed tour bus will be screaming your name at some point. Also, don't forget meal times. You will miss shows.
Through google search I found a Guinness world record of Most Concerts Attended in 7 Days. The record is 15. He did the 15 spread across 10 venues. So I guess that means they don't all have to be at separate places. It wouldn't be hard to beat 15 @ Bonnaroo.
Whoa! I'm totally gonna break that record! 15 concerts in 7 days, that's nothing! Esp at Bonnaroo. I am completely serious about breaking this record.
@luvdatroo I think the criteria would be you have to stay for the performance of 1 whole song start to finish at each show. So for the bonnaroo sprint the record wouldn't be for most concerts attended in a day but most performances seen.
I'm actually putting together an email right now asking them what their criteria is for breaking this record.
Let us know what they say please.
OH SHIT OH SHIT OH SHIT!!!!!!!! Guinness World Records <rmt@guinnessworldrecords.com> 5:47 AM (15 hours ago)
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Claim ID: 428777 Membership Number: 372518 Dear Mr Adam Young,
Thank you for your application to attempt the record ‘Most concerts attended in 1 week'.
Guinness World Records is pleased to confirm that your record application has been accepted. In this email is all the information you need to proceed with attempting a Guinness World Records title.
The record you have applied for is: ’Most concerts attended in 1 week’.
The current record (current as at the date of this letter) is: The most concerts attended in 1 week is 15, achieved by Richard Hulligan (UK) who watched performances at 10 different venues in London, UK, as part of the Born By Ted Baker Gig Race from 26 August to 1 September 2009.
This is the current record, as of today, but records are being attempted and achieved every day! If the above record is broken before your attempt date, Guinness World Records will not be able to inform you that a new record has been set. So please remember to check with us to confirm the current record that you have to beat before making your attempt. You can check the current record by logging into your online account and clicking on the relevant CLAIM ID, or you can give us a call using the phone numbers indicated at the end of this email.
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Guinness World Records is pleased to provide you with the specific Record Guidelines for Most concerts attended in 1 week. The attached Record Guidelines detail the rules which must be followed during your attempt for this Guinness World Records title. Each point of the Guidelines must be followed by anyone attempting this record. You must ensure that everyone involved in your record attempt – including participants, stewards and witnesses – are familiar with the Record Guidelines.
Also attached is the Evidence Required document which outlines all the evidence Guinness World Records needs to assess your record attempt.
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You can document and compile evidence on your record attempt and submit it to Guinness World Records for verification. All the evidence that we require is detailed in the Evidence Required document attached. The standard verification process takes up to 12 weeks and is completely free. If successful, Guinness World Records will provide you with a complimentary certificate commemorating your record-breaking achievement.
Should you wish to have your evidence reviewed more quickly, you can upgrade your claim to Fast Review, which gives your evidence priority review within three (3) working days. You can upgrade to Fast Review at any time (after we have received your evidence) by visiting your member’s area member.guinnessworldrecords.com/register/login.aspx
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Haven't read the guide lines I just got excited they even wrote me back. More details to come!
Post by FuzzyWarbles on Nov 26, 2013 21:49:16 GMT -5
Do small club shows count? I guess you have to be there for the entire performance and the quality and popularity of the acts doesn't count. You could smash that record most any week of the year in Austin.
Post by monkybunney on Nov 26, 2013 21:56:53 GMT -5
Exactly! I think the only reason this record isn't smashed every other week is due to its obscurity and peoples laziness to do the research on how to break it officially and get into the book. I'm gonna do this! Well at least make a whole hearted attempt. Either way it's all win/win as far as I'm concerned.
You would probably need an official Guiness representative to follow you around. I hope he can keep up and good luck
"The cost of inviting an Adjudicator starts from £4,500 British Pounds (US$7,500), depending on geography and research requirements." So hey guyz! I'm starting this kickstarter campaign...
Post by monkybunney on Nov 26, 2013 22:55:35 GMT -5
I just read the guidelines and Bonnaroo could count! But would not be easy. Sans being an insider with AC/Superfly the hoops you have to jump through present an almost impossible set of hurtles (and I'm saying "almost" because I'm an optimist).
Guidelines 1-6 specify that the concerts attended must be at recognized venues and of a professional quality (in otherwords not a bunch of your friends' bands playing in your back yard), and "The attendance of the individual attempting the record at each concert must be for at least one complete set from one of the bands performing.."
The almost impossible part comes at guideline #7 "7. An official from the concert venue or the tour promoter must serve as a witness at each venue to attest to the fact that the participant fulfilled all of the above criteria." This requires a written notarized statement if I'm reading it correctly.
Doing it at Bonnaroo, probably impossible. But making it happen in your home town (or greater metropolitan area)? Absolutely possible! Anyone want the details and guidelines PM me or just request I post the whole voluminous doc in this thread. There are lots of hoops but any number of us inforooster's could probably break the shit out of that record!
The almost impossible part comes at guideline #7 "7. An official from the concert venue or the tour promoter must serve as a witness at each venue to attest to the fact that the participant fulfilled all of the above criteria." This requires a written notarized statement if I'm reading it correctly.
Doing it at Bonnaroo, probably impossible. But making it happen in your home town (or greater metropolitan area)? Absolutely possible! Anyone want the details and guidelines PM me or just request I post the whole voluminous doc in this thread. There are lots of hoops but any number of us inforooster's could probably break the shiz out of that record!
You know, I'd think they would actually eat something like this up. From a PR standpoint, they'd probably be pretty supportive of Bonnaroo being involved in a Guinness world record attempt and could easily spare/hire somebody to follow you around for that purpose. They'd probably make some video about it for their 365 channel. Boom. Easy marketing.
The almost impossible part comes at guideline #7 "7. An official from the concert venue or the tour promoter must serve as a witness at each venue to attest to the fact that the participant fulfilled all of the above criteria." This requires a written notarized statement if I'm reading it correctly.
Doing it at Bonnaroo, probably impossible. But making it happen in your home town (or greater metropolitan area)? Absolutely possible! Anyone want the details and guidelines PM me or just request I post the whole voluminous doc in this thread. There are lots of hoops but any number of us inforooster's could probably break the shiz out of that record!
You know, I'd think they would actually eat something like this up. From a PR standpoint, they'd probably be pretty supportive of Bonnaroo being involved in a Guinness world record attempt and could easily spare/hire somebody to follow you around for that purpose. They'd probably make some video about it for their 365 channel. Boom. Easy marketing.
From the guidelines (video of the attempt is mandatory): ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE ? The activity you are attempting MUST BE CLEARLY VISIBLE on the video footage as we will not be able to accept your claim. This comes from problems we have encountered when trying to count legitimate push-ups. ? The entire attempt must be filmed in case further evidence is required. ? For times up to one hour, we expect the entire attempt to be submitted on video. For events longer than this, a ‘highlights package’ will be acceptable but must include the following points: 1.Footage of the start of the attempt 2. The point at which the record is broken 3. The end of the attempt. ? The camera must be focused on the attempt at all times and preferably be static. Dude/Dudette would have to camp with me! That'll be REALLY weird....for them!
Whoa! I'm totally gonna break that record! 15 concerts in 7 days, that's nothing! Esp at Bonnaroo. I am completely serious about breaking this record.
@luvdatroo I think the criteria would be you have to stay for the performance of 1 whole song start to finish at each show. So for the bonnaroo sprint the record wouldn't be for most concerts attended in a day but most performances seen.
OH shiz OH shiz OH shiz Guinness World Records <rmt@guinnessworldrecords.com> 5:47 AM (15 hours ago)
to me ** Please do not send a response to this unmonitored email address as it will not be read**
Claim ID: 428777 Membership Number: 372518 Dear Mr Adam Young,
Thank you for your application to attempt the record ‘Most concerts attended in 1 week'.
Guinness World Records is pleased to confirm that your record application has been accepted. In this email is all the information you need to proceed with attempting a Guinness World Records title.
The record you have applied for is: ’Most concerts attended in 1 week’.
The current record (current as at the date of this letter) is: The most concerts attended in 1 week is 15, achieved by Richard Hulligan (UK) who watched performances at 10 different venues in London, UK, as part of the Born By Ted Baker Gig Race from 26 August to 1 September 2009.
This is the current record, as of today, but records are being attempted and achieved every day! If the above record is broken before your attempt date, Guinness World Records will not be able to inform you that a new record has been set. So please remember to check with us to confirm the current record that you have to beat before making your attempt. You can check the current record by logging into your online account and clicking on the relevant CLAIM ID, or you can give us a call using the phone numbers indicated at the end of this email.
Your Record Guidelines
Guinness World Records is pleased to provide you with the specific Record Guidelines for Most concerts attended in 1 week. The attached Record Guidelines detail the rules which must be followed during your attempt for this Guinness World Records title. Each point of the Guidelines must be followed by anyone attempting this record. You must ensure that everyone involved in your record attempt – including participants, stewards and witnesses – are familiar with the Record Guidelines.
Also attached is the Evidence Required document which outlines all the evidence Guinness World Records needs to assess your record attempt.
Submitting your evidence to Guinness World Records
You can document and compile evidence on your record attempt and submit it to Guinness World Records for verification. All the evidence that we require is detailed in the Evidence Required document attached. The standard verification process takes up to 12 weeks and is completely free. If successful, Guinness World Records will provide you with a complimentary certificate commemorating your record-breaking achievement.
Should you wish to have your evidence reviewed more quickly, you can upgrade your claim to Fast Review, which gives your evidence priority review within three (3) working days. You can upgrade to Fast Review at any time (after we have received your evidence) by visiting your member’s area member.guinnessworldrecords.com/register/login.aspx
When submitting your evidence you must ensure that all documentation as well as the package are clearly marked with your Claim ID.
Please send all evidence to:
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS LIMITED 3rd Floor 184-192 Drummond Street London NW1 3HP UNITED KINGDOM
Inviting a Guinness World Records Adjudicator
Our Adjudicators attend record attempts across the world to provide on-the-spot verification of record attempts. The presence of a Guinness World Records adjudicator is the only way to immediately know whether your record attempt has been successful.
The cost of inviting an Adjudicator starts from £4,500 British Pounds (US$7,500), depending on geography and research requirements. For further details contact: adjudication@guinnessworldrecords.com
Questions & Queries
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We wish you the best of luck in your record attempt.
Yours sincerely, Elizabeth Smith Guinness World Records Limited
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Haven't read the guide lines I just got excited they even wrote me back. More details to come!
Thats wild. Its awesome they responded to you...nice work. I went to way more than 15 whole sets at last years Bonnaroo and every other year I've been. But it does sound difficult to do everything just like they want it for documentation. Sounds like it would end up costing a decent amount to attempt it correctly.
Was there any mention if you need to be in the frame yourself? Seems like that might be important. Also, methinks it would be wise to invest in several extra batteries and memory cards beforehand.
15 shows should be a cinch at Bonnaroo. I think I saw about that many on the year I could only do Friday & Saturday. Good luck! Do Inforoo proud.
Was there any mention if you need to be in the frame yourself? Seems like that might be important. Also, methinks it would be wise to invest in several extra batteries and memory cards beforehand.
15 shows should be a cinch at Bonnaroo. I think I saw about that many on the year I could only do Friday & Saturday. Good luck! Do Inforoo proud.
The way I'm reading it is yes, you must be clearly visible in the video for most of the sets. I doubt I'd be able to personally do this at roo since part of the guidelines requires me to have an official from the venue or a tour promoter act as a witness on my behalf to verify that I did in fact attend any given set. I'm gonna contact AC/Superfly and ask them about it because I really have nothing to loose. The worst case scenario is they simply ignore me and I don't hear back from them (which is kinda what I expect).
But i do think it's totally realistic to break this record going to a weeks worth of shows in my home town. If not me than I think this record should be pwn3d by a motivated inforooster. I'm gonna give it a shot!
