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im going to try to ask this with using as little sterotypes and offend as few people as possible, but when i first heard about Bonnaroo i was extremly excited because it seemed like everyone there was so chill and just wanted to have a good time. Then i heard about the headliners and i was wondering if the usual crowd of people will show up this year because of the headliners. I have been to alot of rock concerts where everyone is stuck up, pushey, and dressed in all black and i was extremely excited to go a festival where everyone is just happy to be there and have fun. SO basically i was wondering if anyone had any input on wheather the usual crowd will show up Bonnaroo?
I think it will be the usual ceowd...just people enjoying a good tie and eachother. I do not think every metallica fan is gonna dish out 250 for roo unless they are into the rest of the line up like myself. It is and always will be Bonnaroo!
Post by CreativeUnderclass on Feb 19, 2008 17:35:08 GMT -5
I think it will overall be the same crowd. You'll have a good mix of everyone, old school hippies that look the part, college kids, families, hipsters, hip-hop heads, goths, and yes, even wooks. That said as the years go on, it wouldn't be surprise me if bonnaroo skews younger and more mainstream
Post by blankaflip on Feb 19, 2008 17:46:42 GMT -5
I think it's going to be a really nice time, I don't think you have to worry. On a side note, I'm having trouble analyzing everyone's horror stories of fans of metal. I'm a die hard music lover, I'm going to college for music, I've been in almost every genre of bands, but when it comes down to it, I love metal. Always have. Of all the metal shows, or festivals I've been to, I've only met the nicest people. It's really troubling me, all the satanic, fire starting, riot inciting, punch people at random, stereotypes of the genre. That being said, Bonnaroo isn't going to chance because Metallica is playing. I can't wait until they play, and people enjoy it. They're going to play a great show, trust me. And trust me also, it's not going to be chaos.
P.S - I wasn't offended from your post, I was just expressing a few points. Welcome to the boards!
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Post by Sköldpadda on Feb 19, 2008 18:48:43 GMT -5
The festival's getting more mainstream recognition, but that's just the way it is in life. People find out about things.
You aren't going to find too many metalheads that are going to shell out nearly $300 (third-tier tickets) and camp for 3-4 days in the Tennessee heat, just to see Metallica. The ones who do (and there will be some...this is not necessarily a bad thing) are going to pick up on the vibe pretty quickly. It's hard to be pissed off and violent when everyone around you is having a good time.
It's pretty much what you make it. I'm also close friends with more than one metalhead, and they're some of the nicest, most gentle people I know. In fact, me and my metalhead friend at work often go outside behind the loading dock and feed the kittens that gather around our restaurant. Stereotypes are silly.
yeah your right sterotypes are stupid i should of used a better word. I probably just had a few bad experiences with the metal heads at St. Louis concerts but thanks alot for the information!
Yeah...when I use the word metalhead, I feel like people think I'm talking about something bad instead of talking about someone who's really, really into metal. A lot of metalheads I've met are some of the bigger music nerds out there...which I mean in a good way.
SO basically i was wondering if anyone had any input on wheather the usual crowd will show up Bonnaroo?
from what i've heard here, other places, and from people i've talked to a lot of people are not returning to 'roo this year, including me. i'm left to conclude that some of the 'usual crowd' will go, but a decent sized portion will not.
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!
Yeah, I think a few of the jam scene peeps won't be at Bonnaroo this year. I think you'll see more hard rock fans. I don't think the overall vibe will change that much, but it will shift a little. I predict not as many guys in skirts.
I'm always of the impression give everyone the benefit of the doubt. every genre and every scene has every type of person. I mean Pack mentality will take over when you gather that kind of crowd. If the majority of the scene is mellow I'm sure most will fall under that pretense. Basically be kind to everyone and keep the vibe up and eventually everone will follow that pretense
Post by thewalmarttree on Feb 19, 2008 21:26:33 GMT -5
The aura Bonnaroo has will ease even the most hardcore Metallica fan out there. I've never sinced any testosterone overload from anyone and I've been every year. You have no choice but to fit in with the Peace. Metal fans wont be a problem. Besides, I'd rather party with them than some of the Wooks I've seen there every year.
I think it will be just fine - I have been to the last two Bonnaroos and I will say last year was different from the first year I went and I expect this year will be different then last - but I think the general atmosphere will be the same - I can't wait to step foot on the farm!
people have said this since '06 it is always the same people. Bonnaroo is very uncomfortable for most people. The lineup does not dictate that much. It has definitely changed, but not as much as some people say. The ROOT is still there
Post by jacegreene on Feb 19, 2008 23:25:54 GMT -5
I believe that misconceptions are being made on the behalf of metal heads and what they will do to the roo. Some of you are forgetting that one of the biggest metal heads will be in attendance at Bonnaroo, Brian Posehn! This guy is great and although I have never met him I am pretty sure that even though he is a metal head he will have no problem joining the "vibe" some feel will be tainted by those who like Metallica. I agree with most people on the thread HUGE Metallica fans aren't coming to bonnaroo. I take that back, big metal heads aren't coming to Bonnaroo, music lovers are coming to bonnaroo. Some may happen to like Metallica or may check them out just to see what kind of show they put on, if they are not into it they will skip on down to see what other kind of adventure they can get into. All I am saying is this will be a great Roo, the lineup has grown on most of us, The Mars Volta will be added and when it is all said and done, we will be logged into inforoo awaiting Bonnaroo 2009.
Post by paranoidbot on Feb 20, 2008 0:11:19 GMT -5
Every person I know who usually goes is not going to roo this year. Not because of any one thing, but the overall lineup just doesn't excite anyone.
It's not negativity, just "meh".
Many of us really like Metallica and Mastodon but the lineup seems to be missing something special for us. And there are too many other vacations and places fighting for our money and vacation time this year to settle for "meh". Time for some new experiences in 08.
Post by hibouxdufromage on Feb 20, 2008 1:47:08 GMT -5
The mehness of "Meh"tallica has upstaged the crystalline laser-rocket awesomeness that Pearl Jam, Sigur Ros, and Willie Nelson are playing. Mark my words: after this year, nobody is gonna be talking about how metal ruined Bonnaroo.
I don't think the crowd changing will make the experience any less fun. Between the heat and the vibe everyone I ran across last year was mellow and just trying to enjoy themselves. Can't imagine it being much different this year.
Post by Sköldpadda on Feb 20, 2008 11:07:50 GMT -5
fortis said:
oopsikillednana said:
In fact, me and my metalhead friend at work often go outside behind the loading dock and feed the kittens that gather around our restaurant.
I'm sorry. I'm laughing at this image. I believe you but it's still funny. Those kittens are so metal.
It kinda looks like Frodo and Kid Rock with a plate of fish. When you're getting high behind the dumpster, might as well feed the dumpster cats, right?
