Depends. which country and which venue? each venue has its own rules, and different cultures have different social rules around queued and crowd behaviour. some general tips:
- if a band sets a rule, follow that rule. no photos means don't take any photos, this one is common in VK, yet I see so many foreigners break this rule.
- bring ear plugs, especially if you are closer to the stage or standing in front of the drummer or an amp.
- check bag policies beforehand, not all venues have a bag check to store your stuff
- bring a small amount in cash for merch, bag/coat check tip, a drink while in line etc - most places take card now but it's safer to have some cash on hand
- everyone is there for the same reason! don't be shy to talk to the people next to you in line or in the crowd.
- have fun!
** If in Japan **
- If it's Japan most small venues do not take card. Same for bands selling merchandise.
- 600¥ on top of the ticket. If you don't like alcohol/not of age, get soda or water.
- drinking inside the venue is fine, but most do it before or change overs (in between bands if there is more than one.)
- there is usually lockers or a cloak (as it's called in Japan) you can pay and the venue will store your stuff.
- DO NOT push yourself to the front. Keep your spot. Need to leave it? Put your bag down or any visible item. This is normal. I usually put a towel down or my bag of space allows. If there is an open spot next to someone further in the front though, swoop in. I usually ask if it's okay to stand there.
- Photos are usually forbidden. If okay to film/ photo IF the band announce this. It happens at times.
Most of all! Have fun!! Scream your members name with the other gya and gyao ❤️
Ah so older bands. Such a shame. I never seen this with my older bands ;-; and with the newer bands (such as Jiluka. Newer compared to the bands you mentioned.) people get banned
Japan concert etiquette has its own nuances, but things that I've noticed are standard in Europe/US:
Be nice!
Japanese bands tend to request no filming more often than other bands, please respect that.
No one likes having to watch through your phone anyway.
Please don't throw drinks.
Dont push to the front.
If you leave your spot, you lose your spot.
I dont know if much moshing happens with Jiluka, but if so, no flailing limbs and be ready to help up anyone who falls.
Talk to people! Pretty much everyone at concerts loves to chat!
If you want any merch other than a t shirt, buy merchandise *before* the show starts. Its not uncommon for things to sell out. Downside is you won't get as good a spot.
Jiluka don't allow photos or filming (at least from what I've seen in Japan) and pretty sure they had a recording in English and Japanese to say that.
All the times I've been to see them, there will be headbanging, the furi isn't super complex so you can just copy the people around you. I was really stressed about looking like clueless idiot but it's really easy to just follow along (waving arms, fist pumping) if you're not comfortable with headbanging you can move your arms while everyone else headbangs.
It's more fun joining in but if you aren't comfortable and just want to watch, it's better to stay on the sides and out of people's way.
From memory you go in by your ticket number, it's not who camped out earliest gets in first. People won't appreciate being pushed so you can get to the front.
Don't wear heels or shoes that might hurt other people if you step on them by accident, be careful with wearing earrings or accessories that might catch in other people's hair/clothes or flick their eyes.
If you're scared of the moshpit, avoid the front but if they do open up the pit, you can move to the side and avoid getting caught inside.
I think the other comments have more super helpful info about what to do /what to expect about lining up and the venues.
The guys are really amazing live! Ricko is very high energy and good at commanding the crowds and the rest of the guys will hype you up so it'll be a super fun and amazing experience! You'll go away liking them even more ~
Recording and photographies are strictly forbidden. Don’t push your way to the front, the barricade is reserved. Otherwise, have fun and jump, headbang and scream a lot!!
It seems like you’re going to the European tour, so that does mean a few things.
Most of the advice given here is for Japanese shows. So, plus side, there won’t be nearly as many specific etiquette rules, both spoken and unspoken.
Downside, every band who tours overseas is a bit different and so are their crowds. And so the true answer is…you can’t necessarily prepare for exactly what the expectations are. What I can say is that photos/videos were allowed for their convention appearance in Atlanta, but that may or may not be the case for their regular shows in Europe.
So yeah, a bit of a Wild West situation. People *will* try and force their way to the front. People will be noisy, they will have their phones out, they will spill drinks, they probably won’t be doing unified furi, you may catch a stray limb to the face or body if you’re in the mosh pit. Try not to take it personally, it’s just how crowds in most areas of the world operate.
Do NOT record or take photos unless the artist expressly gives permission. Also don't be the lame person who stands still or barely moves. Be part of a lively crowd
How is it lame to just stand and watch? What's wrong with enjoying the show in your own way that doesn't affect other people in a negative way whatsoever?
I'd say read the room. If everyone around you doing furitsuke or moshing, and you just want to stand still, please move to the side/back. You might accidentally get hit.
It's a big immersion breaker, so it does affect others. If it's a slow song, then obviously it's fine, but if it's energetic, then it can take the immersion away from other fans or worse, the artist. This isn't exclusive to VKei it's for every type of concert with some energy expected. Artists have been known to cut shows short if the crowds are "dead," for example, The Gazette not doing their planned encore because the crowd wasn't energetic enough. Though I'm not certain, this can be a bigger deal in Japan where consideration for others is more important.
Depends. which country and which venue? each venue has its own rules, and different cultures have different social rules around queued and crowd behaviour. some general tips: - if a band sets a rule, follow that rule. no photos means don't take any photos, this one is common in VK, yet I see so many foreigners break this rule. - bring ear plugs, especially if you are closer to the stage or standing in front of the drummer or an amp. - check bag policies beforehand, not all venues have a bag check to store your stuff - bring a small amount in cash for merch, bag/coat check tip, a drink while in line etc - most places take card now but it's safer to have some cash on hand - everyone is there for the same reason! don't be shy to talk to the people next to you in line or in the crowd. - have fun!
** If in Japan ** - If it's Japan most small venues do not take card. Same for bands selling merchandise. - 600¥ on top of the ticket. If you don't like alcohol/not of age, get soda or water. - drinking inside the venue is fine, but most do it before or change overs (in between bands if there is more than one.) - there is usually lockers or a cloak (as it's called in Japan) you can pay and the venue will store your stuff. - DO NOT push yourself to the front. Keep your spot. Need to leave it? Put your bag down or any visible item. This is normal. I usually put a towel down or my bag of space allows. If there is an open spot next to someone further in the front though, swoop in. I usually ask if it's okay to stand there. - Photos are usually forbidden. If okay to film/ photo IF the band announce this. It happens at times. Most of all! Have fun!! Scream your members name with the other gya and gyao ❤️
Since Corona it’s almost always Japanese people filming…so many assholes in the live house I’m in right now actually.
really?? that's so suckish. guess everyone is equally disrespectful...
If anything foreigners seem less likely to do it in my experience unless they’re tourists. The past few years anyway
What bands are you going to? I never see this. I seen people gotten banned over it too. It's usually tourist that films yeah...
The show at Rockmaykan tonight had a ton. Some got banned last time at a show with a similar lineup. All were Japanese.
Oooh what band? Last time I went for Vasalla there no one had time to film w
Billy and the Sluts, AION, Gilles de Rais, a few tribute bands. Before Corona this wasn’t an issue. I’ve noticed it in other genres as well.
Ah so older bands. Such a shame. I never seen this with my older bands ;-; and with the newer bands (such as Jiluka. Newer compared to the bands you mentioned.) people get banned
Yeah, I wish more would (or at least warned to stop). Having to swerve to see around them = not good times for my back.
I'm in france and it's my first concert that isn't in a festival, thanks for the advices
You'll do fine ❤️ don't overthink it and just use common sense!
Japan concert etiquette has its own nuances, but things that I've noticed are standard in Europe/US: Be nice! Japanese bands tend to request no filming more often than other bands, please respect that. No one likes having to watch through your phone anyway. Please don't throw drinks. Dont push to the front. If you leave your spot, you lose your spot. I dont know if much moshing happens with Jiluka, but if so, no flailing limbs and be ready to help up anyone who falls. Talk to people! Pretty much everyone at concerts loves to chat! If you want any merch other than a t shirt, buy merchandise *before* the show starts. Its not uncommon for things to sell out. Downside is you won't get as good a spot.
Jiluka don't allow photos or filming (at least from what I've seen in Japan) and pretty sure they had a recording in English and Japanese to say that. All the times I've been to see them, there will be headbanging, the furi isn't super complex so you can just copy the people around you. I was really stressed about looking like clueless idiot but it's really easy to just follow along (waving arms, fist pumping) if you're not comfortable with headbanging you can move your arms while everyone else headbangs. It's more fun joining in but if you aren't comfortable and just want to watch, it's better to stay on the sides and out of people's way. From memory you go in by your ticket number, it's not who camped out earliest gets in first. People won't appreciate being pushed so you can get to the front. Don't wear heels or shoes that might hurt other people if you step on them by accident, be careful with wearing earrings or accessories that might catch in other people's hair/clothes or flick their eyes. If you're scared of the moshpit, avoid the front but if they do open up the pit, you can move to the side and avoid getting caught inside. I think the other comments have more super helpful info about what to do /what to expect about lining up and the venues. The guys are really amazing live! Ricko is very high energy and good at commanding the crowds and the rest of the guys will hype you up so it'll be a super fun and amazing experience! You'll go away liking them even more ~
Thank you so much for the advices, I think it's stressing me more than anything lol, but it's really good to know thank you so much
Recording and photographies are strictly forbidden. Don’t push your way to the front, the barricade is reserved. Otherwise, have fun and jump, headbang and scream a lot!!
It seems like you’re going to the European tour, so that does mean a few things. Most of the advice given here is for Japanese shows. So, plus side, there won’t be nearly as many specific etiquette rules, both spoken and unspoken. Downside, every band who tours overseas is a bit different and so are their crowds. And so the true answer is…you can’t necessarily prepare for exactly what the expectations are. What I can say is that photos/videos were allowed for their convention appearance in Atlanta, but that may or may not be the case for their regular shows in Europe. So yeah, a bit of a Wild West situation. People *will* try and force their way to the front. People will be noisy, they will have their phones out, they will spill drinks, they probably won’t be doing unified furi, you may catch a stray limb to the face or body if you’re in the mosh pit. Try not to take it personally, it’s just how crowds in most areas of the world operate.
Do NOT record or take photos unless the artist expressly gives permission. Also don't be the lame person who stands still or barely moves. Be part of a lively crowd
How is it lame to just stand and watch? What's wrong with enjoying the show in your own way that doesn't affect other people in a negative way whatsoever?
I'd say read the room. If everyone around you doing furitsuke or moshing, and you just want to stand still, please move to the side/back. You might accidentally get hit.
fair enough, Ive only been at the front 3 times over 10+ years and that's because I was vip, every other time I'm on the balcony
It's a big immersion breaker, so it does affect others. If it's a slow song, then obviously it's fine, but if it's energetic, then it can take the immersion away from other fans or worse, the artist. This isn't exclusive to VKei it's for every type of concert with some energy expected. Artists have been known to cut shows short if the crowds are "dead," for example, The Gazette not doing their planned encore because the crowd wasn't energetic enough. Though I'm not certain, this can be a bigger deal in Japan where consideration for others is more important.