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Hey guys, I just wanted to stop by and introduce myself. I'm Ryan. I'm 22 and go to UNO in New Orleans. I came with my girlfriend, Rae, and had the time of our lives. We actually wound up at Bonnaroo accidentally, as we had been on vacation in Gatlinburg that week; we flew with our camping gear and had tickets shipped to our hotel the day before. It was an experience, to say the least.
I know everyone says it's not the same anymore, but it was certainly nothing I had ever experienced before. We're used to Jazz Fest and Voodoo, but nothing comes close to Bonnaroo's sheer magnitude. The one thing that really amazed me was the uncanny sense of community around there. Everyone was friendly, courteous and helpful, certainly nothing like I had experienced at any concert, festival, or even in everyday life. I loved it.
Our spontaneity had its drawbacks, however. After failing to have our flight moved back without paying hundreds of dollars in fees, we had to catch an 8 am flight in Knoxville. Luckily we were able to see PJ and managed to miss out on the whole Kanye debacle (although I still would have loved to see it). So now we're back home recovering.
I definitely want to make this a recurring thing. We're already thinking about next year and making lists and whatnot. I believe we'll be caravannig with friends next time. I believe you guys have a Twitter service for this board?
I'm glad I found an active Bonnaroo baord, because the official one seems really outdated (as far as layout goes) and it's not very active, although everyone should still be out there at the roo. I'll probably around here until next year, so I hope to see you guys around. Thanks for listening to my story! Later!
Post by plasticpepper on Jun 16, 2008 13:25:29 GMT -5
Yay, I'm so glad you had fun - and I'm really glad that even as a first timer you were excited enough to take some risks and do it spontaneously. You're absolutely right about the sense of community - it's the best part of Roo for me. You should definitely stick around here and have fun with us all while we wait for next year...we all need some way to survive the time between Roos! There is an Inforoo Twitter, and a lot of us got personal Twitters as well so everyone could communicate while they were at Roo (and so those of us who couldn't go this year could keep in touch!). Next year you'll have to try to come to the Inforoo brunch (or even better, camp with Camp Inforoo).
I have to agree with what the others have said. This was my first roo (at 40 mind you) and I was actually crying as I watched Centeroo being taken down. Our site had people from everywhere CA, MI, MA and it was like finding my tribe
It was my first time also and I had such a great time. I kept building it up and up in my head and I thought that there was no way that Roo could live up to my expectations but it did. It truly is a magical place. Everyone was so nice and helpful, I probably saw more kindness in 4 days then I have in a year, no lie. The vibe was incredible, I felt like I was high the whole time and I didnt even indulge in any party favors. Looking foward to Roo 09, I cant believe I have to wait a year to go back!
Post by themaninblack on Jun 18, 2008 22:36:11 GMT -5
Bonnaroo 2008 was also my first Roo and I don't think it was possible for me to be any more hyped than I was leading up to it. Everyone had been saying how Bonnaroo isn't the same and its all "mainstream" now but I still felt like it was something that I at least needed to try. I have to say, it was the MOST amazing experience I have ever had in my entire life. Met some people I'll never forget in Camp Randall "Pink" Floyd. I'll prolly never see those people again but we all had a blast together at our campsite when we weren't gettin our Roo on.
It's an eye opening and wondrous experience that I didn't think was at all possible in the world today. This event has really spoken to me in a more profound way than I could have ever imagined. In a world that has gone mad, Bonnaroo is that counterbalance that serves as a reminder of what is truly important. I, for one, am sold. Hope this thing sticks around for awhile because I'm gonna try to be there as many times as I possibly can.
I was a first time roo-er, and I had the time of my life. People are mad that Bonnaroo isn't a jam band festival anymore, but I think it's better now. It's still not too mainstream while also having a very diverse artist list. That is HUGE to me. I want to be the Back Door Slam's and Minus the Bear's of the world while also checking out MMJ and Pearl Jam.
I felt very sad leaving sunday night, and I wish I was still sweating it out back at the farm right now. Depending on the artist list next year, I plan on going. Thank you Bonnaroo and to everyone I chatted with this last weekend.
This was my first roo too and I can't wait until next year. I was telling my brother, Bonnaroo is like that moment at the top of the swing-set when you seem to defy gravity. But come Monday morning, I was pulled back down to Earth and my ride was over.
I felt like everyone there was, excuse the cliche, part of a family. We might have different interests, but we all love music and having a good time in general. I never had any problem with anyone--even Metalica fans. The whole event seemed very well organized and well run and it was without a doubt one of the best experiences of my life.
Just under a year until we reach that point on the swing again and possibilities will seem limitless!
This was my first roo too and I can't wait until next year. I was telling my brother, Bonnaroo is like that moment at the top of the swing-set when you seem to defy gravity.
Karma for putting it so excellently!
I'm so glad all of you newbies had a great time. Welcome to the club! Dues are annual, however much you end up paying for your ticket.
