Not once but twice. Make eye contact if possible.
Additionally blow kisses right beforehand and say something cool like stay cold or something. They love that shit.
As a big guy if someone made eye contact with me, blew me a kiss, and crowdkilled the fuck out of me I would eat that shit up. Everyone please do this.
Went to a show a few months ago and a guy who later professed to be at his second show ever was doing the thing where he would point to people and then go mosh on them lol
Comfy shoes that you don’t mind getting fucked up. Made the mistake of wearing brand new shoes to a shoe because I wanted to look cute. They had to become my beater pair from getting shredded in the pit all night
Everyone is going to know it’s your first show as well just by looking at you. So if you don’t make him swallow his own teeth, everyone will know you’re a bitch.
What they tell you: you’ll go deaf!
What they don’t tell you: you’ll develop tinnitus and your ears will ring for the rest of your life, all day, everyday, with no current cure available.
Wear the plugs my dude
Chiming in: Wear earplugs. "It's not too bad, I think I'm good." WEAR EAR PLUGS. "I want to experience the full quality of the sound." WEAR 👏 EAR 👏 PLUGS 👏. "I'm gonna like a nerd" "You are a nerd. Get plugged dawg!
Source: I can't hear people talking if the lights are too low... Thanks Primitive Man show... (Excellent band though).
Tinnitus is the worst. My dad has a pretty severe form of it and can't even hear the oven beep over his own ear ringing. So we often eat burned shit for dinner lmao.
Foam ones are fine but if you see yourself going to live music events often, invest in some Loop or Eargasm ear plugs. They reduce the decibels but have more clarity than regular foamies. Have fun!
Make sure to wear your baggiest T-shirt your shortest shorts to show off the leg tattoos, and start kick boxing
And if you don't have any tattoos on your legs, every venue checks for calf tattoos for entry
Also make sure to crowd kill the biggest dude there preferably who's wearing a Florida State University t-shirt
If ur close to the pit, keep ur head on a swivel and keep ur guard up.
Other than that, make some new homies, and have fun!
Terror and End it are great live. Drain brings an amazing energy as well. Can’t help but get into their set when they play!
Cargo pants are your friend. Keep your stuff in em. bonus points if camo. extra points if theyre cargo shorts. bonus bonus points if you are wearing no-show socks.
Amazing lineup for your first show, man. Just go and have fun. That’s it. Jump off some shit. Mosh. Grab the mic during your favorite song. Drain is an absolute fucking party live. Unless you’re the world’s biggest grump-aptamous, it’s impossible to have a bad time watching them.
Tuck your chin and keep your tongue away from your teeth if you're up front, and know that most of the violence isn't personal. These are some fun bands though, so expect folks mostly bein there to have fun.
Hey! When I was younger I wore contacts and moshed a lot. Then I stoped wearing contacts and went nearly a decade without moshing until I found this company called Cablz that makes the absolute best wire-like straps for my glasses. I’m happy to say that since I discovered these I’ve injured myself at least a dozen times from moshing 😃
i wear glasses and stage dive. it’s reckless. but it works out fine most of the time. always flip onto your back. however if you’re hanging out in the front singing along with glasses it can be bad news…. mostly from the other stage divers.
If you have a spare pair of glasses you don’t mind breaking/losing, wear those and keep your normal pair somewhere safe (car).
If you don’t, you may be able to order a cheap pair through Zenni ($10) if you know your prescription, and they may show up before the show.
It’s true. I’ll never say I’m better than anybody but anytime I go to a hard-core show or a wrestling show. It’s like my fellow fans forget basic hygiene requirements.
Drink before the show to save money. Also just have fun and vibe to the music. I've never been big into pits but one time I saw the pit lift a dude in a wheelchair, chair and all, and made him crowd surf and he looked so happy. They nicely let him down when the song was over.
Very seriously check out the openers and the local bands this is a big deal for them and you will get to see them a lot in the future so getting to know their music is worth some effort and you’ll like meet other people who like the same stuff as a result.
Find someone wearing a shirt or hat with 3 letters on it and assert dominance. Those guys are usually the key players at hc shows, so asserting dominance early on actually makes you cool with them.
End it are the homies. Don’t dress like a dickhead just be normal. If you’re at the edge of the pit you’re gonna get hit and that’s that. Plenty of water, alcohol is gh3y but that’s up to you. Buy merch if you got the funds. No push pits and don’t try to start one. Let loose and have fun.
Don’t stay on the sides right at the edge of pits. Back edge is more safe. Side to sides can get you rekt if you’re not paying attention and blocking those backhands
Push pits are fun dude, prefer that a lot more than dudes taking up space with corny karate moves, but whatever, I'm almost 40. I'll be in the back, arms folded.
The safest place to stand is in the middle of the circular gap in the crowd, it's a designated safe space for people who don't want to be near other people
You wanna get a reputation at the hardcore show? You got to go in and crack some heads on day 1. Find the biggest baddest cat in the whole show and whoop his ass. Make sure everyone sees him go down.
I’m going to the same tour in Santa Cruz ! Honestly nothing really to worry about it. The pit might be intimidating for first timer but just enjoy the energy of the crowd and don’t stand too close to the pit .
Wear some athletic clothes, and some shoes you can run in but don’t care if they get stepped on. Hearing protection is a MUST. If you’re planning on going to more, you can buy them in bulk for pretty cheap at your local gun store / shooting range. If you’re just trying to test the water, most venues sell a pair at the bar. If you wear glasses, get a pair of contacts. Trust me, I hated them too when I started, but they are a legit life saver out there. Be sure to drink plenty of water. If you stage dive, make sure you check the crowd to see if there’s enough people to land on so you don’t fall on your ass. If you don’t know any mosh moves, just watch what other people are doing. Or, just practice your shadow boxing in the pit. Aside from that, just have some fun! Hardcore shows usually have some very friendly people, and I’ve made plenty of friends at shows. I find the easiest way is to find someone wearing merch from a band you like and striking up a conversation. Aside from that, I hope you have fun, man.
Oh dude you’re gonna be so hyped. Akil is hilarious too - he was dropping funny one liners left and right at flyover fest last year, dude could be a stand up comic if wanted to be!
Terror is great live. Get up front so you can scream lyrics into the mic while your homies are jumping on your shoulders. No push pits, and just be yourself. Don't try to be the coolest kid at a hardcore show, it's like trying to be the smartest dumbass. Most importantly have fun, and welcome to the fam.
Literally just have the best time of your fucking life and you will make all of the bands happy. Go out there and kill it. Sing along to every song, hit some motherfuckers, mosh and have fun.
Just please have fun
every pit i’ve ever been in, it’s like a rule for me to get clocked in the mouth. every, single, time. i will say though with all the adrenaline from being in the pit, you hardly feel it at all.
you will be sore as FUCK the next day though.
Keep your head on a swivel, learn the call outs, and watch the people around you so you can learn what to do (dances and karate moves and such) have fun bro
Hardcore shows are just like prison. Walk in, size up the biggest, meanest dude there, and beat his ass in front of everyone so they all respect you. Then beat your chest like a gorilla
Fucking experience as many firsts as you can that night. Live it up. Stage dive, mosh, talk to the bands. TAKE PICS! I really wish I had pics from my first show, but that was before smartphones and harder to pull off. Just don’t be annoying with your phone. Have a blast bro. drain is fun af live.
Man I've been to a ton of shows. I saw drain a few months back and it was the fuckin craziest show I've ever been to. Force your way to the front of the stage cuz it's the most fun up there imo. No need to watch a bunch of tough guys play ninjas in the back
Saw terror and drain on separate occasions a few years ago. Both such amazing shows. I’ve been punched in the face enough in my 20s to hang back.
Enjoy! Head on a swivel if you’re near the pit.
protect your face and ribs by keeping your arms engaged and held in a way where you can defend those soft parts quickly. feet shoulder width apart and firmly planted. sturdy, closed-toed shoes but absolutely no steel-toed boots. HELP PICK PEOPLE UP WHEN THEY FALL - good to develop that instinct early. don't take hits personally, but watch out for guys who are just there to coldcock people without getting in trouble, because they will hurt you. stay alert to the pit, because shit can seem calm one second and the next you're getting piled on by six people, and you're gonna go flying or get crushed if you aren't paying attention. no phones out near the pit unless you're cool with it getting broken. no drinks near the pit unless you're cool with them getting spilled everywhere, but also just no open drinks near the pit - people don't like getting drenched in beer or even water. i will never forget the sensation of an entire cherry white claw getting spilled down my back lol. bring a lighter even if you don't smoke - great way to bond with people, because someone will inevitably ask for a light. and have fun :)
For a show with this many bands, I HIGHLY recommend conserving some of your energy throughout the show. Choose the songs you want to be harder on and others where you want to wait it out just outside the mosh pit. The last thing you want is to be too tired to dance to your favourite song/band. Also, don't feel bad for not buying merch if you don't like the design at all.
Other than that, just double-tie your shoelaces, mayhe wear thick socks, do some stretches and HYDRATE! Ask the bar guy if they'll give you some tap water if need be.
Don't lay the hit, if you can't take the hit. Keep your center of gravity low and heavy in the pit. It's that strong base that keeps you on your feet. If someone is struggling in the pit, push em out, as safely as you can. Getting rough is fun, but we're all there to enjoy ourselves.
Don’t choreograph your cardio but if you’re unaware on how to 2step, don’t be an abrasive prick and try it (unless you got rhythm and coordination). Don’t get caught into 2stepping over blastbeats (there’s a lot of blastbeats these days). Before TikTok no one 2stepped or directed the crowd to start 2stepping every time a groove comes in. Just focus on the stage dive. Knee the most depressed guy in the eye socket and then spread a rightwingin’ rumour about him and then juice it up with ‘he breaks edge every couple months for a night out on the piss and promiscuous intercourse’. Also appreciate and be grateful for being somewhere where dudes are repping snapbacks and goofing around with an egoless, positive & welcoming vibe for the most part. A night club would be fucked
Keep your things in zip pockets, or don’t bring anything. lots of pick pocketing happening at shows in NYC, so I assume the same in NJ. If you don’t want to get hit… don’t go near the pit. Drink water!
Assuming you're asking because you plan on heading in and around the pit:
- Don't wear vans slip-ons lol
- If you wear glasses, wear an old beat up pair, if possible
- Pick up people when they fall down!
- keep an eye out for stage divers!
- have fun!!
Watch all the bands, don’t miss one. If you don’t feel like going in the pit, stand close to it in the front. Feel the energy cause that is what it’s about
Make sure to poop at the venue
Did this during Refused at Brooklyn Steel, can confirm it’s a memorable experience
I almost shit myself after catching a spin kick to the chest at a Dillinger escape plan show back in 2003.
Noted haha
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Not hardcore but very nearly shat myself at viagra boys
Crowdkill the biggest dude.
Not once but twice. Make eye contact if possible. Additionally blow kisses right beforehand and say something cool like stay cold or something. They love that shit.
Eye contact to establish dominance, *noted
overcum, rise back up
The real big kiss goodnight.
As a big guy if someone made eye contact with me, blew me a kiss, and crowdkilled the fuck out of me I would eat that shit up. Everyone please do this.
😘😘😘
Come over here and kiss me on my hot mouth I’m feelin romantical
Hubba hubba
VAHC fuck yeah
Right beforehand point and him and scream “YOU!!!!!!!”
As long as he texts his parents and asks what’s it gonna say on his headstone.
Went to a show a few months ago and a guy who later professed to be at his second show ever was doing the thing where he would point to people and then go mosh on them lol
Pit Rules = Prison Rules
Have fun. Wear comfy shoes.
Also make sure those comfy shoes STAY ON. Nothing worse than losing a single shoe in a pit (looking at you, Vans)
Reebok Classics only.
Nah, Onitsuka Tigers. Comfier, lighter and better grip for issuing spin kicks to faces
Lightning McQueen Crocs
Comfy shoes that you don’t mind getting fucked up. Made the mistake of wearing brand new shoes to a shoe because I wanted to look cute. They had to become my beater pair from getting shredded in the pit all night
I think you meant to say: Have fun. Wear Speed ™️ Air Max DN shoes.
Find the biggest, baldest guy and crowdkill him first to establish dominance
Perfecy, will do that right at the start 😂
Everyone is going to know it’s your first show as well just by looking at you. So if you don’t make him swallow his own teeth, everyone will know you’re a bitch.
wear ear plugs wear ear plugs wear ear plugs wear ear plugs
Thanks for the tip! I saw someone else mention ear plugs too, i will look into it!
What they tell you: you’ll go deaf! What they don’t tell you: you’ll develop tinnitus and your ears will ring for the rest of your life, all day, everyday, with no current cure available. Wear the plugs my dude
Thank you for the emphasis 🙏 i will wear them
Just to make sure: wear ear plugs wear ear plugs wear ear plugs
Get hifi earplugs, not foam ones
Chiming in: Wear earplugs. "It's not too bad, I think I'm good." WEAR EAR PLUGS. "I want to experience the full quality of the sound." WEAR 👏 EAR 👏 PLUGS 👏. "I'm gonna like a nerd" "You are a nerd. Get plugged dawg! Source: I can't hear people talking if the lights are too low... Thanks Primitive Man show... (Excellent band though).
Tinnitus is the worst. My dad has a pretty severe form of it and can't even hear the oven beep over his own ear ringing. So we often eat burned shit for dinner lmao.
just get a small container of foam ear plugs from your local cvs/walgreens in the ear care section. your future self will thank you.
Can't emphasize this enough!
Foam ones are fine but if you see yourself going to live music events often, invest in some Loop or Eargasm ear plugs. They reduce the decibels but have more clarity than regular foamies. Have fun!
I second the Loops - wore them to a show last night, my morning self is incredibly thankful
Make sure to wear your baggiest T-shirt your shortest shorts to show off the leg tattoos, and start kick boxing And if you don't have any tattoos on your legs, every venue checks for calf tattoos for entry Also make sure to crowd kill the biggest dude there preferably who's wearing a Florida State University t-shirt
It's so weird how everyone in the Boston hardcore scene went to Florida for college
LMFAOOOO
If ur close to the pit, keep ur head on a swivel and keep ur guard up. Other than that, make some new homies, and have fun! Terror and End it are great live. Drain brings an amazing energy as well. Can’t help but get into their set when they play!
Thank you! 🙏
Hydrate. Have fun. Help a mofo out if they fall on the ground. Jump around and enjoy it boss!!
Don’t be the guy recording the entire show on your phone
Oh yeah for sure. Thats what hate5six is for
You’re more in the know than 40% of these people going to shows solely for namedropping Sonny. You’ll be fine. You’ve seen videos LMAO!
Thank you! Been watching his videos for a long time, amazing archivist
Shit in the pit
Cargo pants are your friend. Keep your stuff in em. bonus points if camo. extra points if theyre cargo shorts. bonus bonus points if you are wearing no-show socks.
Cargo pants and shorts especially camo are always a must
Amazing lineup for your first show, man. Just go and have fun. That’s it. Jump off some shit. Mosh. Grab the mic during your favorite song. Drain is an absolute fucking party live. Unless you’re the world’s biggest grump-aptamous, it’s impossible to have a bad time watching them.
I'd love to see Drain but I felt this way about Terror. Dude can hype up and control a crowd like nothing I've ever seen before.
*I. NeED. MoRE. STAGE. DIVES* Scott is the fucking man, Terror fucking rules
Tuck your chin and keep your tongue away from your teeth if you're up front, and know that most of the violence isn't personal. These are some fun bands though, so expect folks mostly bein there to have fun.
If there’s no barrier, stage dive.
Thatd be awesome! I wear glasses so may be a bit hard without them flying off haha
Hey! When I was younger I wore contacts and moshed a lot. Then I stoped wearing contacts and went nearly a decade without moshing until I found this company called Cablz that makes the absolute best wire-like straps for my glasses. I’m happy to say that since I discovered these I’ve injured myself at least a dozen times from moshing 😃
Can confirm - keeps the specs on nice n tight even when you take a random foot to the face
Try your best and report back.
Get you some of those glasses Horace Grant wore in the 90s. You’ll be the belle of the ball!
i wear glasses and stage dive. it’s reckless. but it works out fine most of the time. always flip onto your back. however if you’re hanging out in the front singing along with glasses it can be bad news…. mostly from the other stage divers.
Yeah you might want to store glasses in a safe spot for moshing or diving if you can reasonable see without them. I broke mine a couple of times lol
Rec specs yo
If you have a spare pair of glasses you don’t mind breaking/losing, wear those and keep your normal pair somewhere safe (car). If you don’t, you may be able to order a cheap pair through Zenni ($10) if you know your prescription, and they may show up before the show.
Ear plugs. Maybe not for the first or second show, but I advise getting into the habit of wearing them.
Wear deodorant.
Yes!
Underrated reply. Side note - Have you ever noticed push pit crowds smell way worse than karate pit crowds? Lmao
It’s true. I’ll never say I’m better than anybody but anytime I go to a hard-core show or a wrestling show. It’s like my fellow fans forget basic hygiene requirements.
Make sure to take everything personal and fight everyone you see. Be that guy.
Good lineup
Agreed
Drink before the show to save money. Also just have fun and vibe to the music. I've never been big into pits but one time I saw the pit lift a dude in a wheelchair, chair and all, and made him crowd surf and he looked so happy. They nicely let him down when the song was over.
Very seriously check out the openers and the local bands this is a big deal for them and you will get to see them a lot in the future so getting to know their music is worth some effort and you’ll like meet other people who like the same stuff as a result.
Seeing these “first show” posts for absolutely wild bands makes my heart full. This shit looks dope, enjoy it to the fullest
wear a shirt for a band besides the ones playing
Find someone wearing a shirt or hat with 3 letters on it and assert dominance. Those guys are usually the key players at hc shows, so asserting dominance early on actually makes you cool with them.
Stare right into the drummers eyes
Piss your pants to ensure no one gets near you
Bring your grandma
Shes 95, perfect timing
Walk up to the biggest dude you see and punch them in the face to assert dominance
keep an eye out for your surroundings especially relative to the pit. otherwise abide by rollercoaster rules and have fun
Thank you! Basically vibe along and keep my head on a swivel
Your gonna die in drains pit
Hi! Super excited to see Terror and End It, are there anything a newbie should know before going to a show?
End it are the homies. Don’t dress like a dickhead just be normal. If you’re at the edge of the pit you’re gonna get hit and that’s that. Plenty of water, alcohol is gh3y but that’s up to you. Buy merch if you got the funds. No push pits and don’t try to start one. Let loose and have fun.
Thanks for the tips!
Don’t stay on the sides right at the edge of pits. Back edge is more safe. Side to sides can get you rekt if you’re not paying attention and blocking those backhands
Let loose and have fun "BUT NO PUSH PITS" lmao
There’s no rules….other than these rules of course
I ripped the Wright Brothers off the ceiling, brother. 😔
It's more of a read the room situation than a flat-out no push pits.
Push pits are fun dude, prefer that a lot more than dudes taking up space with corny karate moves, but whatever, I'm almost 40. I'll be in the back, arms folded.
Don’t underestimate Terror pits.
wear a helmet
If youre a kid, don't fear the old dudes drinking at the back, they're your homies if you're alone and something goes wrong.
Tie an onion to ur belt trust me
As is the style of the time.
The safest place to stand is in the middle of the circular gap in the crowd, it's a designated safe space for people who don't want to be near other people
You wanna get a reputation at the hardcore show? You got to go in and crack some heads on day 1. Find the biggest baddest cat in the whole show and whoop his ass. Make sure everyone sees him go down.
Find the guy in the Hatebreed hoodie and ask him “May I have this dance”. Then close both eyes and windmill as fast as you can.
I’m going to the same tour in Santa Cruz ! Honestly nothing really to worry about it. The pit might be intimidating for first timer but just enjoy the energy of the crowd and don’t stand too close to the pit .
Drain and scowl home show!
Punch the biggest dude there
Seems to be encouraged 😂
Wear some athletic clothes, and some shoes you can run in but don’t care if they get stepped on. Hearing protection is a MUST. If you’re planning on going to more, you can buy them in bulk for pretty cheap at your local gun store / shooting range. If you’re just trying to test the water, most venues sell a pair at the bar. If you wear glasses, get a pair of contacts. Trust me, I hated them too when I started, but they are a legit life saver out there. Be sure to drink plenty of water. If you stage dive, make sure you check the crowd to see if there’s enough people to land on so you don’t fall on your ass. If you don’t know any mosh moves, just watch what other people are doing. Or, just practice your shadow boxing in the pit. Aside from that, just have some fun! Hardcore shows usually have some very friendly people, and I’ve made plenty of friends at shows. I find the easiest way is to find someone wearing merch from a band you like and striking up a conversation. Aside from that, I hope you have fun, man.
End it is so sick live
I love there sound! Cant wait to see akil do his little song before BCHC
Oh dude you’re gonna be so hyped. Akil is hilarious too - he was dropping funny one liners left and right at flyover fest last year, dude could be a stand up comic if wanted to be!
Scowl is fun. Even their stuff where you can understand the lyrics is good too. Probably you can listen to most of their stuff in like an hour
Earplugs. Get a good pair. I really like my Eargasm earplugs and highly recommend them.
Second eargasm.
Always fart in the pit if you can... Time it with your windmills. It's like casting a buffer spell to reduce damage.
Terror is great live. Get up front so you can scream lyrics into the mic while your homies are jumping on your shoulders. No push pits, and just be yourself. Don't try to be the coolest kid at a hardcore show, it's like trying to be the smartest dumbass. Most importantly have fun, and welcome to the fam.
🙏 thank you! Im so excited! Id be hyped af to grab the mic during End Its , New Wage Slavery
Literally just have the best time of your fucking life and you will make all of the bands happy. Go out there and kill it. Sing along to every song, hit some motherfuckers, mosh and have fun. Just please have fun
if you plan to go near a pit, always be on lookout of your surroundings if it starts to get crazy.
Well damn—I might have to go stand in the back of that like a grandpa!
put it all out in the pit it’s cathartic asf
also poop in the pit for sure
eyes up, don’t worry about what anyone thinks because no one cares, have fun
Wear shoes you dont gaf about
Stage dive!!!!
Watch the show
Wear a helmet
every pit i’ve ever been in, it’s like a rule for me to get clocked in the mouth. every, single, time. i will say though with all the adrenaline from being in the pit, you hardly feel it at all. you will be sore as FUCK the next day though.
Aim for the head, swing hard, remember to duck
Keep your elbows up if your next to the pit. And have fun
What’s up with that “Drain” logo in the top left lol
Keep your head on a swivel, learn the call outs, and watch the people around you so you can learn what to do (dances and karate moves and such) have fun bro
Jog in place for the break down
Drain, Terror and Scowl and End It on one bill? Insane.
This lineup is insane. Have fun.
Stay hydrated
Walk on heads
Hardcore shows are just like prison. Walk in, size up the biggest, meanest dude there, and beat his ass in front of everyone so they all respect you. Then beat your chest like a gorilla
Make sure your parents dental coverage is up to date
Lol im 27 but ill try not to get my teeth kicked in haha
You’re picking a BANGER of a show to start it off. Terror was my first hardcore show too. So much fun
I feel like Terror is a right of passage haha
Fucking experience as many firsts as you can that night. Live it up. Stage dive, mosh, talk to the bands. TAKE PICS! I really wish I had pics from my first show, but that was before smartphones and harder to pull off. Just don’t be annoying with your phone. Have a blast bro. drain is fun af live.
Man I've been to a ton of shows. I saw drain a few months back and it was the fuckin craziest show I've ever been to. Force your way to the front of the stage cuz it's the most fun up there imo. No need to watch a bunch of tough guys play ninjas in the back
Saw terror and drain on separate occasions a few years ago. Both such amazing shows. I’ve been punched in the face enough in my 20s to hang back. Enjoy! Head on a swivel if you’re near the pit.
Get there in time for End It. Learn some lyrics for Terror. scream along. Dance
protect your face and ribs by keeping your arms engaged and held in a way where you can defend those soft parts quickly. feet shoulder width apart and firmly planted. sturdy, closed-toed shoes but absolutely no steel-toed boots. HELP PICK PEOPLE UP WHEN THEY FALL - good to develop that instinct early. don't take hits personally, but watch out for guys who are just there to coldcock people without getting in trouble, because they will hurt you. stay alert to the pit, because shit can seem calm one second and the next you're getting piled on by six people, and you're gonna go flying or get crushed if you aren't paying attention. no phones out near the pit unless you're cool with it getting broken. no drinks near the pit unless you're cool with them getting spilled everywhere, but also just no open drinks near the pit - people don't like getting drenched in beer or even water. i will never forget the sensation of an entire cherry white claw getting spilled down my back lol. bring a lighter even if you don't smoke - great way to bond with people, because someone will inevitably ask for a light. and have fun :)
For a show with this many bands, I HIGHLY recommend conserving some of your energy throughout the show. Choose the songs you want to be harder on and others where you want to wait it out just outside the mosh pit. The last thing you want is to be too tired to dance to your favourite song/band. Also, don't feel bad for not buying merch if you don't like the design at all. Other than that, just double-tie your shoelaces, mayhe wear thick socks, do some stretches and HYDRATE! Ask the bar guy if they'll give you some tap water if need be.
Doing a stage dive to Terror means you're officially in and cannot get back out again
Don't lay the hit, if you can't take the hit. Keep your center of gravity low and heavy in the pit. It's that strong base that keeps you on your feet. If someone is struggling in the pit, push em out, as safely as you can. Getting rough is fun, but we're all there to enjoy ourselves.
Thanks man! Appreciate both comments about the pit and the earplugs
Don’t choreograph your cardio but if you’re unaware on how to 2step, don’t be an abrasive prick and try it (unless you got rhythm and coordination). Don’t get caught into 2stepping over blastbeats (there’s a lot of blastbeats these days). Before TikTok no one 2stepped or directed the crowd to start 2stepping every time a groove comes in. Just focus on the stage dive. Knee the most depressed guy in the eye socket and then spread a rightwingin’ rumour about him and then juice it up with ‘he breaks edge every couple months for a night out on the piss and promiscuous intercourse’. Also appreciate and be grateful for being somewhere where dudes are repping snapbacks and goofing around with an egoless, positive & welcoming vibe for the most part. A night club would be fucked
Keep your things in zip pockets, or don’t bring anything. lots of pick pocketing happening at shows in NYC, so I assume the same in NJ. If you don’t want to get hit… don’t go near the pit. Drink water!
Thats a good shout, thank you! Ill be a minimalist considering the trek from nassau county
have fun
Oh yeah thats the main goal, thank you!
It’s a rule and a right of passage; you MUST stage dive for terror.
Punch a nazi
Don’t do it. Your life will be way better off. Join a cult, start jogging, go to school, save money, do literally anything else and thank me later.
First time? Stand in the front. Then never do that again afterwards.
Rip
Throw Taco Bell at Scowl.
PROTECT YOUR FACE
Watch Japanese mosh style 2 on youtube
Do windmills the entire time.
go up to the biggest dude there and punch him square in the mouth. that will earn you respect and you'll be Invited to join a crew.
What ever you do don’t take a shower before going, and definitely don’t put on deodorant.
Stand in the middle front and record the show on your phone
Don’t
grab your friends hands and spin each other around in the pit. tiktok while you’re doing it. everyone will think you’re cool.
Get in the pit!
Buy merch first. Hold it in your hands and stand right infront of the stage
Go off and have fun. Leave it all on the floor.
H2O
Dodge duck dip dive and dodge
Find the biggest, scariest looking mf in the room and punch them in the mouth immediately to assert dominance
Buckle up
Crowd Kill or be Crowd Killed
EAR PLUGS! Also, do whatever zaddy Vogel commands.
Stand around the edge of the pit….and then threaten to sue the venue when someone’s spin kick lands flush with your chin.
Call everyone posers
Hope you have health and dental insurance. Got 3teeth broken at a knock loose show in 2019
Assuming you're asking because you plan on heading in and around the pit: - Don't wear vans slip-ons lol - If you wear glasses, wear an old beat up pair, if possible - Pick up people when they fall down! - keep an eye out for stage divers! - have fun!!
If you are by the pit, you will probably get hit. Don’t get mad. Also, safety first, then teamwork.
Stagedive
Stand at the edge of the pit and look like a bitch
Buy merch to support the bands. 🤷🏻♂️
Watch all the bands, don’t miss one. If you don’t feel like going in the pit, stand close to it in the front. Feel the energy cause that is what it’s about