The show that captivated over a thousand Cal Poly kids’ hearts has finally come and gone and it truly was an experience to never forget. We knew what the Chainsmokers were capable of, that’s why we brought them to our campus.
They brought with them a magic that was able to fill the gymnasium. Even the unfortunate souls that were without a ticket the night of the concert found themselves in the gym so they could at least hear the magic happening below them. The ground was rumbling, the walls were vibrating and this time, it wasn't from the guy dropping his 250 pound bar, but rather from a crowd and a band that together could bring the walls down if they wanted. They were able to transform a recreation center into an EDM paradise. Create music that made people not only want to groove together, but come together.
I guess that is the spirit of the Chainsmokers and the purpose of this intimate concert they performed for us. The excitement that filled the room upon arrival never dissipated, even long after they had made their descent. Once the smoke had long disappeared and the lights had finally stopped flashing, the Chainsmokers still stuck around to meet the fans that had banded together to bring them to our campus. This concert constituted a vibe that couldn't be ignored. Their passion was undeniable and the crowd's enthusiasm was more than apparent.
This leads me to believe that when an audience is excited it makes the artist excited making for a sensational concert. Artists want to play for an audience that genuinely likes their music and knows their songs. I’ve seen some artists multiple times and every single time is an entirely different experience. The audience isn't always the only indicator of a phenomenal connection. You can be blessed with the most passionate crowd and play in a large arena that diminishes the ability to be as connected with the crowd due to a non intimate setting.
A smaller venue creates a more engaging experience, because when you feel as if you are at arms distance from the musician of your dreams at every section of the crowd you are that much more invested in the artist and their music. Since Tilt was able to provide the students of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo a night to never forget with the ingredients for success, why not do it again? If Tilt was able to bring to us two musicians we were dying to see, a cozy venue that not only cultivated a positive vibe and strong connection, but was also extremely accessible to the students, I don't see why we shouldn't bring another artist to shake the walls of Cal Poly’s recreation center. It’s as simple as having a dream and finding a way to implement it.
Let’s rally the student body and start a fund through Tilt, since they did such a wonderful job the first time around to bring the next big concert to Cal Poly’s campus. Let’s start preparing for round two, because round one was definitely worth it.
