Emyay: Wearing A Band's Shirt To Said Band's Concert

Emyay 03.14.13	list is digs and stuff
ButteryBiscuitBass 03.14.13	19 is so good. Midnite Vultures by Beck is also good.
BigPleb 03.14.13	Its a sign of support, so why the fuck not?
MO 03.14.13	I normally don't
Vakarian12 03.14.13	uhh....
savagecabbage 03.14.13	depends on if it's laundry day or not
DeadToPain 03.14.13	I don't think I've ever really planned what I'm wearing to a show. It's usually jeans and whatever shirt I picked up, I've probably ended up wearing a band's shirt at their show. I'd say, wear whatever floats your boat, I guess.
Emyay 03.14.13	I'm weird about it I think. I tend to overthink it even though no one cares. I'll be like "well I can't wear this Mastodon shirt to this Meshuggah show bc they aren't that similar. I'll go with Gojira"
Sirob 03.14.13	the rule is that you have to wear another bands shirt but it has to be 1 tier of pretentiousness above the band that you're seeing so people think youre cooler
Emyay 03.14.13	so for Meshuggah, what would be appropriate? What would be appropriate for Opeth?
CrimsonLies 03.14.13	Who cares? I don't see the big deal about it. If someone had a problem if I ever were to do that then it will remain their problem, not mine.
Emyay 03.14.13	read the description crimson
CK 03.14.13	When I go to a concert, I just wear whatever it was I was wearing earlier that day. I never "dress up" to go to concerts. I'm going to be the dweebiest looking kid ad Death to All
YankeeDudel 03.14.13	ive never bought a band shirt ever so I wouldnt know. seems like itd be the same as wearing a jersey to the ballgame so why not. although I could see it being a little tacky and fanboyish or somethin.
slimdaddy 03.14.13	I normally do if I am going to that bands show.
Emyay 03.14.13	"although I could see it being a little tacky and fanboyish or somethin." thats why i figured it was a no-no
CrimsonLies 03.14.13	I did and I think you're just over thinking it. Having rules like this just seems stupid to me, I'd wear whatever I want and not care what others think. If I wore a shirt of a band I'm seeing it's either to support the band or I just so happen to want to wear it that day. I suppose a reason why I'd wear a different band shirt with a proper reason is to let others know that I also dig a particular band. Like I saw some guy wear a Converge shirt at a local show and thought to myself "Hey I also like that band".
CrimsonLies 03.14.13	But I usually don't wear band shirts to concerts anyway so it doesn't really apply to me
slimdaddy 03.14.13	actually, what you said one number 1 is the general rule of thumb for me. I have to own the shirt before I go to the concert, I hate when everyone and their brother has the same shirt as me.
Emyay 03.14.13	"I suppose a reason why I'd wear a different band shirt with a proper reason is to let others know that I also dig a particular band." yeah man, i've made a bunch of friends this way. if i see someone with a cool band shirt on, thats easy for me to strike up a convo. i see you in an opeth shirt at an opeth gig, the fuck am i supposed to say, "opeth are awesome!" ? "uhh no shit they are, we're both at the fucking show you dimwit." then i look like a huge fucking asshole. well fuck that.
AliW1993 03.14.13	I don't see the big deal either way. If I own a t-shirt from a band I'm seeing I'll usually wear it, but only to show support etc, not to fit in or look elite or any bullshit like that. If I buy one at the show in question, I'll usually slip it over whatever I'm wearing so I don't have to carry it.
Blackbelt54 03.14.13	I personally like to wear a shirt of a band of a completely different genre than the one I'm seeing, that way if someone says something about my shirt, I know they probably like all kinds of music, not just one type, so they're more fun to talk to
Emyay 03.14.13	" personally like to wear a shirt of a band of a completely different genre than the one I'm seeing, that way if someone says something about my shirt, I know they probably like all kinds of music, not just one type, so they're more fun to talk to" ooooh i like that idea
mindleviticus 03.14.13	it doesn't matter what you wear
CrimsonLies 03.14.13	Haha well I see your point of view, I guess it can come of as a fan boy thing to do since it's obvious as fuck that you like the band since you're seeing them. And agreed, it's a really easy way to meet people, it's like I automatically feel like I'm on good terms with them lol.
Emyay 03.14.13	yeah definitely, and sometimes it can get you a free beer or shot or smoke out or whatever.
CrimsonLies 03.14.13	Yeah, true man.
osmark86 03.14.13	don't think the band playing would take offense if they see you wearing their merch. would probably have the opposite effect really.
osmark86 03.14.13	"I personally like to wear a shirt of a band of a completely different genre than the one I'm seeing, that way if someone says something about my shirt, I know they probably like all kinds of music, not just one type, so they're more fun to talk to" yeah, I saw a guy rocking a Lady Gaga shirt at a metal concert a few months back. thought that was great m/
BallsToTheWall 03.14.13	What a stupid list.
Emyay 03.14.13	"don't think the band playing would take offense if they see you wearing their merch. would probably have the opposite effect really." i'm not too worried about what the band thinks. they could give two shits about little ol' me. "yeah, I saw a guy rocking a Lady Gaga shirt at a metal concert a few months back. thought that was great m/" ehhh i bet that dude was just trying to be "ironic" if he's really digging Lady Gaga then i guess thats cool. i'm not THAT into her so it wouldn't really peak my interest, but i still think the original idea is a good one. mix it up, let people know you're into other shit.
Emyay 03.14.13	What a stupid list. bc Miami Dolphins wow!! is the fucking list of the century, get outta here balls
XingKing 03.14.13	Personally, I think people who wear said bands shirt are complete gaylords. It's even worse if you just bought the shirt from their merch table and are now wearing it. I can't explain why I hate it, but it seems so fucking lame and you're already at the show, so no shit you're supporting them. If I am actually paying attention to what I am wearing, which is never, then I'll just wear a shirt for a similar artist. Like when I wear my Modern Life is War or Have Heart shirts to shows, it gets people talking to me because they are familiar with the band and it gets us talking on what other hardcore we like
Emyay 03.14.13	See, XingKing knows what i'm talkin' 'bout
Dolving999 03.14.13	You're overthinking it.
Emyay 03.14.13	obviously i'm overthinking it...i made a fucking list about it. i realize these things. thats not the point. i'm bored, and i thought this would be a somewhat interesting topic of conversation.
XingKing 03.14.13	It's over thinking but I agree with it and it is definitely an unspoken rule
DarkSideOfLucca 03.14.13	@Xing, well I usually buy my shirt in the middle of the show because at the end I'm trying to get the fuck out and catch the first train, and if I'm just holding onto a shirt I usually just put it over the shirt I'm already wearing so I can mosh and whatnot...I don't see why that would be perceived as annoying.
Titan 03.14.13	of course you can!
Emyay 03.14.13	"@Xing, well I usually buy my shirt in the middle of the show because at the end I'm trying to get the fuck out and catch the first train, and if I'm just holding onto a shirt I usually just put it over the shirt I'm already wearing so I can mosh and whatnot...I don't see why that would be perceived as annoying." put it under the shirt you're wearing. in that case you get to take your shirt off and show everyone your man boobs
FigNewtns 03.14.13	don't wear band shirts problem solved
Kimm 03.14.13	LOVE LOVE LOVE 10. Dead End Kings is a wonderful album. I usually buy my shirt as soon as I get to the show (all the smaller sizes go fast), but I rarely put it on until after the show. And then I cut out the neck and sleeves, but that's beside the point.
Emyay 03.14.13	"don't wear band shirts problem solved" Genius! Genius! Geniuuuuuuuuus!
Emyay 03.14.13	"I usually buy my shirt as soon as I get to the show (all the smaller sizes go fast), but I rarely put it on until after the show." What do you do with it during the show? I've tied mine around my waste before.
Kimm 03.14.13	Around your waste? Gross. Probably around your waist would be a better alternative. I always throw it with my purse/bag/backpack that I've left at the bag-check area. You know...give them two bucks and your bag, get your claim tag, pick your stuff up at the end of the night.
Emyay 03.14.13	lol oops. yeah mad gross. i never bring a bag or anything, but also a good idea.
DarkSideOfLucca 03.14.13	I don't know, it's just more comfortable to just wear it especially if I don't HAVE to pay a few extra bucks to put it away. I never really think about it that much, it's not so I can show off my cool new shirt it's entirely out of convenience/not thinking people cared about this shit
Hyperion1001 03.14.13	if you have to ask then dont go to concerts
XingKing 03.14.13	I have never been to a venue that has a bag check. What is this strange phenomena?
Emyay 03.14.13	i've never seen one but i assumed it was just bc i wasn't looking for one
DarkSideOfLucca 03.14.13	I usually go to concerts in New York City cause I live around there, pretty much every venue I've been to in the city has bag checks but they tend to have annoyingly long lines and are stupidly priced, kind of like the alcohol
Jellingman 03.14.13	I don't care for band tees. The only band t-shirt I really hate is the obligatory Joy Division's Unknown Pleasure t-shirt, which shows up at EVERY single concert I go to. Always worn just to show everyone how "awesome" and "unique" their taste in music is.
spillingmercury 03.14.13	what i don't understand why do you care usually you'd wear previous tour shirts to show that you're not new to the band/their live sets, so you got like, seniority or whatever. I don't think anyone gives af if you wear shirts from the merch table that day. I imagine wearing shit in their genre would also mean you're somewhat subscribed to their scene??? Usually if i look at other people's band tees i'm scouting out what kind of scene that person came from and how elite my tastes probably are compared to them.
Uranium 03.14.13	lol @ mozilla firefox tshirt
BallsToTheWall 03.14.13	You made a list about what clothing you should wear to a concert. If you need to be questioned about the retardedness about this then you should be punched repeatedly in the groin.
illmitch 03.14.13	band shirts in general are lame and pretty aspie
ViperAces 03.14.13	also dont forget to match your shirt and your belt!
Sapient. 03.14.13	if it's for the current album that the artist is touring on, it makes you look like you just bought a shirt from the merch table to fit in. only wear a band's shirt at the show if it's not new is the way I look at it
Uranium 03.14.13	I just got a suffio pierced from within shirt :3 def bringing the m/ soon
Scoot 03.14.13	yeah real sucks
Spec 03.14.13	Honestly I don see a problem with it. I usually don't where a shirt for the band I'm about to see but it's not a big deal.
BigPleb 03.14.13	Dumb list is dumb
omnipanzer 03.14.13	*PCU Don't be "That guy"
Emyay 03.14.13	"Usually if i look at other people's band tees i'm scouting out what kind of scene that person came from and how elite my tastes probably are compared to them." Definitely. "You made a list about what clothing you should wear to a concert. If you need to be questioned about the retardedness about this " I know this. I know its retarded, but it's something that I think about. I don't really care that it's retarded. It's not something i'm "oh my fucking god i'm so worried about this...plz guys help!!" its more just something that I ponder while i'm at a show or going to a show or whatever. If it comes down to brass tacks, I'm going to a show because I want to see the bands. Period. But this is the internet
ITsHxCTOASTER 03.14.13	Dude just wear whatever you want
Emyay 03.14.13	not asking for advice but thanks tho. just want to know how people feel about this "phenomenon" but you know, reading comprehension is hard.
ITsHxCTOASTER 03.14.13	"Is it acceptable?" Yes. Did I give an acceptable answer this time
CrownOfMagnets 03.14.13	My friend wore an Of Monsters and Men shirt to an Of Mice and Men show just to piss all the hardcore scene kids off hehe. I think you're over thinking it but personally if I have a shirt of the band I've bought tickets to see I will throw it on because why not? Or sometimes I go to the show and after the band plays I'll buy a shirt and wear it the next day as a way of saying "look what band I saw last night, bitches."
d4rock 03.14.13	you could wear a niki minaj shirt for all I care, I really couldn't give less of a shit of what other people wear for clothes at concerts. as long as they're wearing clothes.
Spec 03.14.13	Always remember. Nothing beats a Winnie The Pooh in the mosh pit.
DominionMM1 03.14.13	it's only acceptable if the shirt is vintage and no one else at the show will likely have it
Inferis 03.14.13	I usually wear one of the opener's shirts. Just cause.
Emyay 03.14.13	"i wear the shirt of a similar band usually" pretty much
DominionMM1 03.14.13	i wear this whenever i go see megadeth: http://img3.etsystatic.com/008/0/6068190/il_fullxfull.370855967_q0i3.jpg and i wear this whenever i go see danzig: http://i.ebayimg.com/t/DANZIG-Vintage-Concert-SHIRT-90s-TOUR-T-RARE-ORIGINAL-Samhain-MISFITS-Stedman-/00/s/NTk2WDY1MA==/$(KGrHqVHJFQE-lFzmvGUBPswMfKc4Q~~60_35.JPG
SupercolliderMusic 03.14.13	Sea Change is Beck's best album, but closely followed by Guero for me.
Titan 03.14.13	Damn Dominion, how often to you go see Danzig? ;)
Trebor. 03.14.13	Only acceptable for bands like Maiden that have like 9000 t-shirt designs and it's really cool to see all the different ones and shit
DominionMM1 03.14.13	i'll be seeing them for the fifth time next month, titan.
spillingmercury 03.14.13	@Emyay uou oh but like, i don't do that just at shows. I judge everyone who happens to wear a band tshirt. it gives me a nice ego boost while affirming my belief that everyone else has no taste. i really wouldn't want to be the person hanging out with me tho so i'm p sure anyone else doing this is someone you'd like to avoid.
Trebor. 03.14.13	I like to wear a shirt of a band that influenced the band I'm seeing
Relinquished 03.14.13	I don't need a damn shirt anywhere I go I have my Meshuggah tattoos and everyone loves them
ZilbelPing 03.14.13	I wear a shirt, yeah
VisionsFromTheDarkSide 03.14.13	A shirt's a shirt, who really cares?
savagecabbage 03.15.13	be a man and blast ya nips
gosk8n 03.15.13	some kid wore a bring me the horizon shirt to a between the buried and me concert. I wanted to hit him so bad
savagecabbage 03.15.13	yeah i get the urge to punch children in public too
DominionMM1 03.15.13	"I don't need a damn shirt anywhere I go I have my Meshuggah tattoos and everyone loves them" you're not one of those shirtless sweaty dudes in the pit, are you Wolfe?
osmark86 03.15.13	"ehhh i bet that dude was just trying to be "ironic" if he's really digging Lady Gaga then i guess thats cool. i'm not THAT into her so it wouldn't really peak my interest, but i still think the original idea is a good one. mix it up, let people know you're into other shit." Initially I thought the same thing. turned out he was a real fan and had recently been to her show. he just didn't give two shits about its implications, which I thunk's a pretty good personality trait.
osmark86 03.15.13	"you're not one of those shirtless sweaty dudes in the pit, are you Wolfe?" your average sweat donator. much 'preciated every damn time.