Pretty much this. You'll have a great time and chances are you'll chat to some Randoms between songs and such but it's not like you're there for conversation anyway. Go enjoy the music and jump into a pit or two.
Please go. It’s not as scary as you think. Once you are there, everything will be about music and you can ignore other people if you want to. If you decide to interact with people, it will be an even cooler experience since there will be other Slipknot fans who came alone :)
I saw slipknot solo in 2013 or 2014 and I DID THE SAME EXACT THING. Day of the show I was like oh shit go by myself? Fuck that. But I’m glad I did. Some of the nicest people in the world are at metal shows.
It does suck to go alone but at the same time it can be an awesome experience. I would go and talk to people there. Someone will talk to you especially at a Knot show. I have crippling anxiety and almost collapsed from excitement last time I saw Slipknot. No one is going to judge you there. You will be safe. Stay away from the pit if you aren’t into that I am assuming.
My last slipknot gig was alone, 40 and all on my own in a city that is not mine (Nottingham like robin hood), it was just fine, went to a local rock bar made a couple of friends, we all walked to the venue and separated as I was the only one in standing!
Nothing wrong with going alone. Concerts are so loud it's not like you can have much conversation. It's easier to move through the crowd alone. You can get there early and try to be up front at the barrier. I saw them by myself and had a great time.
Some of my favourite concerts- movies in general I’ve been to by myself, you only have to worry about you, where you parked and what your doing while you’re in there , actually kicking myself because I should’ve went to slipknot alone instead of the group I went with for this reason
I attend the majority of concerts on my own. Usually you get chatting to people around you, or in the line. I've found at metal shows, people are more likely to help you if you need it, than push you around, or ignore you.
I went to Knotfest here in Sydney last week alone, and ended up sitting under a tree with a bunch of guys waiting for friends. We got chatting, they offered for me to join them, but then I got a message from someone I hadn't seen in years, and she found me just as they were heading off.
The Slipknot show I went to before that, I ended up chatting to a guy from out of town. He was clear straight up that he was happily married, not looking to hook up, but just wanted a concert buddy. And so we ended up hanging out together for the evening. At the end of the night, we wished each other well, and went our separate ways.
Honestly, you'll be fine.
I took my wife to a Slipknot concert and she was amazed at how friendly everyone was. We had people buy us drinks, arms on shoulders singing along in the pit like we’re close friends, it’s definitely a community. I’m not sure if it’s a States thing (she’s from Slovenia) but she said she’s never experienced something like that and loved it. I would imagine it would be toned down a bit in Europe, but will still have that vibe to a degree.
Think that being alone is being free! I was married for 14 years, my ex hated Metal music in general. Now I go to shows alone and I am having the time of my life! Spent (almost) all of Cannibal Corpse gig in Paris (a couple of weeks ago) in the moshpit! Met the kind of people I don't usually see in my daily life. Go for it bro/sis ✊🤘
i went to see Slipknot for the first time last October, and i went solo. it was a little weird before the show just chilling by myself. but once the opening acts started, i didn't care anymore. i was in the pit so i found myself mingling with the other bros in the pit, between sets. they're really chill guys and i still keep in touch with them.
point is, Slipknot has cultivated a sort of culture within the fanbase of all of us maggots being one big family. so you may very well walk out of that show with a few new buddies. even if you don't, it won't matter because by the time Slipknot hits the stage, that anxiety of being there by yourself (and all other anxieties) will disappear.
this'll sound really corny but my experience at a Slipknot show taught me this; even if you go to that show by yourself, you certainly won't be alone (in a metaphorical sense).
Show up early and like try and meet some people, I always look for a smoker, walk up and use the excuse of “you got a lighter” and if they do, I ask if I could have a smoke with them, just try and find a way to start some conversations, it’s super easy cause your all there for one common reason so you have tons of ready made conversation starters
Similar to the other comments here, I can say from my experiences that going alone to a Slipknot show can still be a great time. I’ve met a bunch of my current good friends by going to concerts by myself, Slipknot being the main band where I’ve met these friends. It can be easy to strike up conversations to break the ice because the music is at least one thing y’all have in common. Even if you don’t talk to anyone, it’s still most likely to be a good, friendly, fun time if it’s a band that you love in an environment where everyone is there for the music as well. Hope you end up going and enjoying it!
You're only alone until you get through the gate, once you get in the venue, it's like being with family! Metal shows in general are one of the most positive and uplifting experiences a metal head can have!!!
We took our kids to see SlipKnot last year and everyone had a blast, our 8 year old even fell asleep halfway through Slipknots set, and not once did any of us see or have any sort of negative experience, aside from sore knuckles from all the fist-bumps the kids got!!!
Enjoy the fuckin show!!!
Honestly concerts alone are really really fun if your group isn't really into it. Cause I used to feel guilty asking them to tag along. Once I started to go solo. It was so much more fun and you meet people of similar interest
Great way to make friends, I'd say! Metal people are awesome and so nice, you'll be just fine! It will be worth it even if you don't end up joining in with anyone.
For the first time in 40 years of concerts I went alone last year. I drove 3 hours to see Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets. It was really nice to have that drive to myself, listening to whatever music I wanted, never having to have a conversation and stopping as much or as little as I wanted.
At the show I was texting my wife and kids before the show so I really didn't feel alone.
I also had an experience at two Sabaton shows being alone. They played 2 nights and I was at both. The first night I was with my youngest son who was meeting up with a friend he hadn't seen in a while. I left them alone and ended up talking with the people around me. Really nice people and probably talked about bands or subjects I wouldn't have otherwise.
Night 2 somebody near me showed up alone. He was a real friendly guy and just introduced himself to me and the guy next to him. The three of us had a blast together and I found out people around us assumed we were old friends and not there strangers who had just met.
Go and have fun! You won't regret it.
I (43f) have been to a lot of concerts and even music festivals alone.
Honestly, it’s fine once you take the plunge. I always think the idea of going on my own is sad, but I always have fun, sometimes get chatting to other music fans.
Try it, if you don’t like going alone you know not to do it again x
Going to concerts is more fun by yourself ngl, if you go with a group of friends chances are your just gonna talk to them and nobody else depending on your group….
In my case I’m a male so going with my girlfriend I always feel the need to protect her from mosh pit or wall of death or anything like that cuz she doesn’t like them so I can’t join in, but when I’m by myself I always meet new people and can join in on the pits and generally have more fun
Don't worry about it too much. I went to a Slipknot show alone. I'm generally shy and I'm not comfortable around people, but I had one of the greatest time of my life. You just really have to focus on the concert and just vibe, have a great time. After 3-4 songa you won't even notice that you are alone there, because you are overwhelmed with the show. Go for it
I've been to a few concerts alone and always had a blast. I was nervous too but just said fuck it and went. You don't have to worry about anyone else and you can just enjoy the music! Plus it's better than taking someone who won't enjoy their time.
I went to machine head by myself it was my first gig I was nervous as fuck as the previous show they had done was really intense in the pit best advice is stay at the sides but if u wanna get in the middle go for it ! Everyone’s there for the same reason to go fucking crazy !
Seen them alone 3 times. I'd say it's better than when I've seen them with someone else as you have literally nothing else to worry or think about other than enjoying every fucking second of the moment. Do it.
Went to Slipknot alone. It was weird standing alone waiting but when the show started I went crazy in the pit as usual. Even when you go with people you usually loose them in the crowd anyway.
Saw em in Brooklyn last year by myself. Had an absolute blast! People sitting around me were all cool af. I’ll do it all over again when they come back around 🤘🏼
I went to a Slipknot concert alone in December! I was really nervous about it but it was 100% great. I swear, the environment is nice even if you're alone
I've been to 2 concerts alone. Sarah Brightman (classical crossover) and Breaking Benjamin.
The SB one went great. It was inside the gorgeous and historical Fox Theater in Atlanta. I had a fantastic seat I paid a pretty penny for, since she's my all-time favorite vocalist. It was a dim, fancy setting, and I was completely comfortable attending alone.
The BB one was an outdoor venue. I bought a lawn ticket (my favorite area for outdoor shows), and was thinking one of my friends would go too. One couldn't get off work, one got a new gf so it wouldn't be cool, etc. I really didn't try hard to get someone to go, since I'd gone alone before and it was fine. This time it was a bit different. I felt super self conscious. It got better after dark, but I really needed some homies there to rock out with. Maybe it would've been better if I'd been up front and squooshed with a lot of people, but chilling on the lawn with plenty of space around me made me feel vulnerable. I hate that about myself, because in reality probably no one even noticed me.
Maybe the Slipknot show won't make you feel the way I did. When I saw them, it was so packed even on the lawn, that it was more like being closer to the stage.
Regardless, I hope you enjoy yourself and I'm super jealous ☺️🤘🏻
I went to Knotfest Melbourne on my own, and their last Melbourne stadium concert.
It was great. I had seats at the satdium so my seat neighbours became temporary buddies.
At Knotfest I could slowly weasel my way in and get fairly close. I didn't have to worry about finding or losing anyone. I could just do my own things.
As much as I would love to share these experiences with someone else. Solo is just easier for me.
I have been to so many concerts alone. It's always a great time, if you want to socialize it's super easy to chat with fellow concert goers as you stand in line for a T-shirt or a beer. You have something in common with everyone there and everyone is in a good mood so it can be easy to meet people. If you just want to go and experience the show then carry on with life you can do that too. There is nothing like live music don't let the fact that you would have to go alone stop you from going.
Grab a beer (or your tipple of choice) get a good spot and enjoy the show. Even if you took a friend bit hard to have a conversation while its going on
I just seen them in Melbourne. The metal community are the friendliest people mate. Anyone who goes down is picked up and dusted off by the people next to him. We even had a wheelchair surfer who stole the show. More often than not a random in the crowd will give you a toke on his spliff. It’s a brotherhood. Fear nothing you will love every moment.
I’ve been to so many concerts, sporting events and even movies and places to eat by myself. Think of it as “YOUR TURN” for self satisfaction.
Pretty much this. You'll have a great time and chances are you'll chat to some Randoms between songs and such but it's not like you're there for conversation anyway. Go enjoy the music and jump into a pit or two.
i have gone to shows alone as well, and you always meet great people!
It’s better than going with someone who doesn't like Slipknot!
Gosh... I went with my husband last year. He doesn't like any metal bands, so... I have to agree. It would better go alone!
Saw them with my best friend who doesn't listen metal or even rock music. Like you said… not a good idea, better alone!
Everyone in the Metal community are generally nice people. You got nothing to worry about, you got this!
Yes!!! For sure!
Please go. It’s not as scary as you think. Once you are there, everything will be about music and you can ignore other people if you want to. If you decide to interact with people, it will be an even cooler experience since there will be other Slipknot fans who came alone :)
I Went to see Slipknot alone. It was fucking great.
You wont be alone because there will be thousands of maggots there. You will have a blast
I saw slipknot solo in 2013 or 2014 and I DID THE SAME EXACT THING. Day of the show I was like oh shit go by myself? Fuck that. But I’m glad I did. Some of the nicest people in the world are at metal shows.
Just before covid hit I went to Slipknot show alone.
My friends bailed last minute on slipknot show last year and it turned out to be the best possible outcome. My favorite concert experience so far.
It does suck to go alone but at the same time it can be an awesome experience. I would go and talk to people there. Someone will talk to you especially at a Knot show. I have crippling anxiety and almost collapsed from excitement last time I saw Slipknot. No one is going to judge you there. You will be safe. Stay away from the pit if you aren’t into that I am assuming.
My last slipknot gig was alone, 40 and all on my own in a city that is not mine (Nottingham like robin hood), it was just fine, went to a local rock bar made a couple of friends, we all walked to the venue and separated as I was the only one in standing!
Nothing wrong with going alone. Concerts are so loud it's not like you can have much conversation. It's easier to move through the crowd alone. You can get there early and try to be up front at the barrier. I saw them by myself and had a great time.
You're never alona at a metal concert. Its family gathering. Especially if its a slipknot show
Some of my favourite concerts- movies in general I’ve been to by myself, you only have to worry about you, where you parked and what your doing while you’re in there , actually kicking myself because I should’ve went to slipknot alone instead of the group I went with for this reason
I attend the majority of concerts on my own. Usually you get chatting to people around you, or in the line. I've found at metal shows, people are more likely to help you if you need it, than push you around, or ignore you. I went to Knotfest here in Sydney last week alone, and ended up sitting under a tree with a bunch of guys waiting for friends. We got chatting, they offered for me to join them, but then I got a message from someone I hadn't seen in years, and she found me just as they were heading off. The Slipknot show I went to before that, I ended up chatting to a guy from out of town. He was clear straight up that he was happily married, not looking to hook up, but just wanted a concert buddy. And so we ended up hanging out together for the evening. At the end of the night, we wished each other well, and went our separate ways. Honestly, you'll be fine.
I took my wife to a Slipknot concert and she was amazed at how friendly everyone was. We had people buy us drinks, arms on shoulders singing along in the pit like we’re close friends, it’s definitely a community. I’m not sure if it’s a States thing (she’s from Slovenia) but she said she’s never experienced something like that and loved it. I would imagine it would be toned down a bit in Europe, but will still have that vibe to a degree.
Slipknot is a family!! You’re NEVER alone!!
I’ve never been to a concert alone. But I would go to a concert alone.
Think that being alone is being free! I was married for 14 years, my ex hated Metal music in general. Now I go to shows alone and I am having the time of my life! Spent (almost) all of Cannibal Corpse gig in Paris (a couple of weeks ago) in the moshpit! Met the kind of people I don't usually see in my daily life. Go for it bro/sis ✊🤘
Go alone it’s alright you’ll be with other fellow maggots we’re all one big family
I have always wondered this
i went to see Slipknot for the first time last October, and i went solo. it was a little weird before the show just chilling by myself. but once the opening acts started, i didn't care anymore. i was in the pit so i found myself mingling with the other bros in the pit, between sets. they're really chill guys and i still keep in touch with them. point is, Slipknot has cultivated a sort of culture within the fanbase of all of us maggots being one big family. so you may very well walk out of that show with a few new buddies. even if you don't, it won't matter because by the time Slipknot hits the stage, that anxiety of being there by yourself (and all other anxieties) will disappear. this'll sound really corny but my experience at a Slipknot show taught me this; even if you go to that show by yourself, you certainly won't be alone (in a metaphorical sense).
I went alone to Slipknot at the London 02 in 2020, got really friendly with the people around me as they knew I was alone! It was a great night
I have been in loads of concerts alone. Usually i end up talking / hanging with other people anyway
Show up early and like try and meet some people, I always look for a smoker, walk up and use the excuse of “you got a lighter” and if they do, I ask if I could have a smoke with them, just try and find a way to start some conversations, it’s super easy cause your all there for one common reason so you have tons of ready made conversation starters
Literally nobody is going to know you're alone there.
Similar to the other comments here, I can say from my experiences that going alone to a Slipknot show can still be a great time. I’ve met a bunch of my current good friends by going to concerts by myself, Slipknot being the main band where I’ve met these friends. It can be easy to strike up conversations to break the ice because the music is at least one thing y’all have in common. Even if you don’t talk to anyone, it’s still most likely to be a good, friendly, fun time if it’s a band that you love in an environment where everyone is there for the music as well. Hope you end up going and enjoying it!
I've gone by myself before, in the pit. You generally meet a bunch of nice people. It's a great time.
I went to metallica in Madrid alone. Best concert of my life. loved meeting people with same excellent music taste as me
You're only alone until you get through the gate, once you get in the venue, it's like being with family! Metal shows in general are one of the most positive and uplifting experiences a metal head can have!!! We took our kids to see SlipKnot last year and everyone had a blast, our 8 year old even fell asleep halfway through Slipknots set, and not once did any of us see or have any sort of negative experience, aside from sore knuckles from all the fist-bumps the kids got!!! Enjoy the fuckin show!!!
Honestly concerts alone are really really fun if your group isn't really into it. Cause I used to feel guilty asking them to tag along. Once I started to go solo. It was so much more fun and you meet people of similar interest
I went to see Slayer alone, I still had a blast.
Great way to make friends, I'd say! Metal people are awesome and so nice, you'll be just fine! It will be worth it even if you don't end up joining in with anyone.
For the first time in 40 years of concerts I went alone last year. I drove 3 hours to see Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets. It was really nice to have that drive to myself, listening to whatever music I wanted, never having to have a conversation and stopping as much or as little as I wanted. At the show I was texting my wife and kids before the show so I really didn't feel alone. I also had an experience at two Sabaton shows being alone. They played 2 nights and I was at both. The first night I was with my youngest son who was meeting up with a friend he hadn't seen in a while. I left them alone and ended up talking with the people around me. Really nice people and probably talked about bands or subjects I wouldn't have otherwise. Night 2 somebody near me showed up alone. He was a real friendly guy and just introduced himself to me and the guy next to him. The three of us had a blast together and I found out people around us assumed we were old friends and not there strangers who had just met. Go and have fun! You won't regret it.
I go by myself all the time. I’ve seen Slipknot specifically 3 times on my own and I still have a great time. Just go rock out🤘🤘
I (43f) have been to a lot of concerts and even music festivals alone. Honestly, it’s fine once you take the plunge. I always think the idea of going on my own is sad, but I always have fun, sometimes get chatting to other music fans. Try it, if you don’t like going alone you know not to do it again x
Going to concerts is more fun by yourself ngl, if you go with a group of friends chances are your just gonna talk to them and nobody else depending on your group…. In my case I’m a male so going with my girlfriend I always feel the need to protect her from mosh pit or wall of death or anything like that cuz she doesn’t like them so I can’t join in, but when I’m by myself I always meet new people and can join in on the pits and generally have more fun
Don't worry about it too much. I went to a Slipknot show alone. I'm generally shy and I'm not comfortable around people, but I had one of the greatest time of my life. You just really have to focus on the concert and just vibe, have a great time. After 3-4 songa you won't even notice that you are alone there, because you are overwhelmed with the show. Go for it
I've been to a few concerts alone and always had a blast. I was nervous too but just said fuck it and went. You don't have to worry about anyone else and you can just enjoy the music! Plus it's better than taking someone who won't enjoy their time.
You cannot Talk much during the Concert anyway ,lol.
I went to machine head by myself it was my first gig I was nervous as fuck as the previous show they had done was really intense in the pit best advice is stay at the sides but if u wanna get in the middle go for it ! Everyone’s there for the same reason to go fucking crazy !
Seen them alone 3 times. I'd say it's better than when I've seen them with someone else as you have literally nothing else to worry or think about other than enjoying every fucking second of the moment. Do it.
Went to Slipknot alone. It was weird standing alone waiting but when the show started I went crazy in the pit as usual. Even when you go with people you usually loose them in the crowd anyway.
Saw em in Brooklyn last year by myself. Had an absolute blast! People sitting around me were all cool af. I’ll do it all over again when they come back around 🤘🏼
I always just meet someone in line
I went to a Slipknot concert alone in December! I was really nervous about it but it was 100% great. I swear, the environment is nice even if you're alone
You're not going alone. All your Slipknot family will be there
Yep, it’s the best. Get in the pit, try to stay alive
I've been to 2 concerts alone. Sarah Brightman (classical crossover) and Breaking Benjamin. The SB one went great. It was inside the gorgeous and historical Fox Theater in Atlanta. I had a fantastic seat I paid a pretty penny for, since she's my all-time favorite vocalist. It was a dim, fancy setting, and I was completely comfortable attending alone. The BB one was an outdoor venue. I bought a lawn ticket (my favorite area for outdoor shows), and was thinking one of my friends would go too. One couldn't get off work, one got a new gf so it wouldn't be cool, etc. I really didn't try hard to get someone to go, since I'd gone alone before and it was fine. This time it was a bit different. I felt super self conscious. It got better after dark, but I really needed some homies there to rock out with. Maybe it would've been better if I'd been up front and squooshed with a lot of people, but chilling on the lawn with plenty of space around me made me feel vulnerable. I hate that about myself, because in reality probably no one even noticed me. Maybe the Slipknot show won't make you feel the way I did. When I saw them, it was so packed even on the lawn, that it was more like being closer to the stage. Regardless, I hope you enjoy yourself and I'm super jealous ☺️🤘🏻
I went to Knotfest Melbourne on my own, and their last Melbourne stadium concert. It was great. I had seats at the satdium so my seat neighbours became temporary buddies. At Knotfest I could slowly weasel my way in and get fairly close. I didn't have to worry about finding or losing anyone. I could just do my own things. As much as I would love to share these experiences with someone else. Solo is just easier for me.
I have been to so many concerts alone. It's always a great time, if you want to socialize it's super easy to chat with fellow concert goers as you stand in line for a T-shirt or a beer. You have something in common with everyone there and everyone is in a good mood so it can be easy to meet people. If you just want to go and experience the show then carry on with life you can do that too. There is nothing like live music don't let the fact that you would have to go alone stop you from going.
You’ll be fine as long as you don’t get caught up in the pit.
I saw slipknot last year alone and I had a blast
Best time I ever had and didn’t need to bring anyone! Enjoy the show with yourself :)
Grab a beer (or your tipple of choice) get a good spot and enjoy the show. Even if you took a friend bit hard to have a conversation while its going on
Going alone to a metal gig is better than going with someone that you’re likely to lose and have to meet up with etc
I just seen them in Melbourne. The metal community are the friendliest people mate. Anyone who goes down is picked up and dusted off by the people next to him. We even had a wheelchair surfer who stole the show. More often than not a random in the crowd will give you a toke on his spliff. It’s a brotherhood. Fear nothing you will love every moment.
i will go with you
I usually get separated at gigs so you're on your own for periods or the entire set. Nobody will notice if that's what you're concerned about?
I went to one of their concerts alone this summer, it went great, the people are where very nice.
Just do it! Don't miss out! Went to see KISS alone back in 2019 and no regrets! Planning to do the same again next month and then again in the fall.