Documenting the joy of being part of a concert crowd is a cherished experience for many. It’s a way to share with others your profound love for the artist performing and to fully immerse yourself in the moment, united by the power of music.
However, it’s crucial to remember that we’re all part of a community of music lovers. Some concertgoers may find excessive recording disruptive, and it’s vital to respect their experience as much as we value our own, fostering a sense of empathy and understanding among us all.
In a trending Facebook post, this kind of action has become a ‘pet peeve,’ a term used to describe an annoyance that someone can never resist complaining about because of excessive phone usage during performances that can be seen as a significant breach of concert etiquette.
@brmethbr Here’s an example of how you can ruin other people day at a concert 😔 We’ve told them that their phone flashes were very disturbing to our eyes but they didn’t stop recording themselves with flashlight on. We heard one of them say something like they paid for the ticket so they gotta make the best out of it. Isn’t it selfish that they don’t care about others? This was from Guts World Tour day 2 in BKK. Olivia was amazing, she’s the best but god these people really ruined it 😭 PS. They’re not Thai #gutsworldtouroliviarodrigo #gutsworldtour #gutsworldtourbkk ♬ original sound – brmethbr
@shaineedale stop doing thissssss, please just enjoy the show. #gutstourmanila #gutsworldtour #oliviarodrigo #fyp ♬ original sound – shine – solo living & travel ✨ – shine ✨
According to their claims, this prevents concertgoers from watching the show properly, as the light coming from the flashes of their phones can be distracting and even painful to the eyes.
The annoyance is rooted in the perception that the bright lights from cell phones can distract the audience and the artists. Many concertgoers expect to immerse themselves fully in the live event, and the surrounding phones’ flashes can detract from that feeling.
A comparable situation surfaced on Tiktok, where an influencer faced criticism for recording herself singing along in a video with flash.
@jenbarangan Replying to @#joshuaxiaoofficial ♬ original sound – Jen Barangan
While it’s natural to want to capture the show, it’s also our responsibility to be considerate of others. Some may find the constant lights and sounds from nearby gadgets distracting, so it’s crucial to strike a balance between preserving your memories and respecting the shared concert space, ensuring a harmonious experience for all.
AGAIN: Striking a balance between preserving the moment and honoring the concert’s shared area is essential.
A more pleasurable atmosphere can be created by making small actions like ensuring the camera is not blocking the view of people behind you or putting your phone away during critical times, such as during quiet or emotional parts of the performance.
As a note, consider that every one shelled out hard-earned money for their ticket, which means they should be able to enjoy their show without a hitch.
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