Although live music is incredible and truly phenomenal, half of the experience is the people you come across. So next time you're at a show, feel free to try and pick out these individuals in the crowd. (It's like real life 'Where's Waldo')
1. The first-timer
These individuals are always easy to pick out because they normally look like a chicken running around with their head cut off. Please approach with caution because chances are they'll burst into tears if shoved too harshly.
2. The parent
Normally accompanying a minor. Chances are, they're either bored out of their mind or are rocking out with the rest of the parents in the venue. If you're interested in spotting one, they can most likely be found in the back of the room, ready to swoop in and grab their child if they get the smallest whiff of marijuana.
3. The social media enthusiast
They spend 98% of the show trying to pick out the best filter for their killer "concert selfie" to post on Instagram. If seen, do not be afraid to hop in the frame of their recording or sing obnoxiously to ruin their audio (I mean, you're paying for a LIVE performance, so why waste it hiding behind your phone screen?).
4. The drunk
Normally sighted dancing on the side of the room, beer running down their shirt and pants. Don't be surprised if one approaches you and asks to dance (chances are they won't remember the interaction by tomorrow, so might as well go for it).
5. The mosh-er
They'll start it off by bumping shoulders with the people around them. Then, slowly, they'll start to throw a few elbows and head bang just a bit too vigorously. But please just know that once the bass drops, all hell will break loose.
6. The love birds
A two in one package. They are more focused on each other rather than the show. Odds are, they'll be swapping spit by the third song.
7. The vertically gifted
There is always that one guy who is front row at a show and ruins the experience for everyone else (you know who you are).
8. The screamer
These type of people will have the urge to scream every lyric at the top of their lungs. They won't care that they sound like a dying walrus, just as long as they're the loudest person there (but they are DEFINITELY the most entertaining to say the least).
9. The exhibitionist
As an avid concert-goer, please listen closely: flashing band members is NOT a thing anymore, so please refrain from doing so (especially if it is at a One Direction gig).
10. The grandpa
They'll stick out like a fish out of water. But don't let their canes or life alerts around their necks fool you. These guys know how to rock it.
11. The fan girls
These individuals are easy to spot out because they'll be decked out in the bands merchandise. If you're lucky, you may witness one in the middle of existential crisis two minutes before the headliner comes on.