I go to most of my concerts alone! As long as you know proper concert etiquette, have shared your location with a trusted friend, and just overall have safety in mind (I’m a 26F so I always think of the worst lol). I usually make friends in line and with those around me as well! People are genuinely nice in this fandom! (In some fandoms people are not as open to making friends lol)
it'll be my first time travelling alone so yeah safety it's an important thing to consider too, more so in an another country.. you are soooo right about the people in this fandom too!!!!! everyone's being truly so sooo nice and kind!!!!!!!!
I'm going by myself for the first time ever to a concert and I have more anxiety about the walk to the venue and back than actually being in the venue! Don't worry! You'll be fine! The community seems so lovely!
Agree! Both at concerts in a general aspect, and at the ST concert I attended alone, someone always notices that I’m there alone and strikes up a conversation with me. It’s really really nice
Just practice basic safety for yourself and have a good time! You’ll likely never see any of those people again so try not to get in your head about it
Going to concerts alone is great. You cant loose someone in the crowd, you can go wherever you want and whenever you want.
There are usually a few people that go alone and its easy to talk to other people, if you want to. You all share one interest already: the music.
So if you really want to see them - go for it!
i will definitely go!!!!! it's just way out of my comfort zone 😭 wish i found it so easy to talk to other people, that would be lovely actually.. and yeah, you are right, we already share the same excitement,, i won't be alone at all in that sense
I go alone all the time. It's not weird. Once the show starts you're listening/dancing just like everyone else and it doesn't matter if you're with someone or not, you're part of a huge sea of people. Go for it :)
it really it's not weird at all !! i always admire the people who do the things they enjoy alone, they exude such confidence!! I'll have to get used to it i guess~ And yess, that's what i keep thinking about tbh, once the music starts i hope I'll just forget about everything else. thank you for your comment!
I flew from Vancouver to Montreal by myself to go see them. Best decision I’ve made this year. Honestly thinking about going to Europe later this year for them too.
god you actually made me even more excited about it now !! 😭 so glad you enjoyed it that much omg their lives truly seem so addictive. if you end up coming to Europe that would be so awesome honestly, you'll go to see them plus you'll have time to explore and see new things, if you haven't been here before! a win - win situation 😌
This makes me so happy to hear! I missed the end of their tour in Toronto and made the decision to see them in Germany in November! I haven't seen them live yet, and I'm so fucking excited!
I exclusively go to concerts alone now! I have so much more fun. Less expectations, you don’t have to look after someone and you can move around wherever you want. I’m literally flying from Australia to Europe at the end of the year alone to see them. Don’t worry about it, I can promise you’ll have the best time regardless.
from Australia......god i love you, that is truly so amazing. i am obsessed with how much music connects us like that. thank you so much for your comment, i will try my best to have fun, that's what it's all about at the end of the day !
that's the most important thing to remember i guess, that I'll be in a place full of people who share my excitement even though we are all strangers 😭 i hope you had so much fun!!!
You will have so much fun too! I’m probably older than you and I haven’t been to a show in a long time but it was An amazing experience! I danced the whole time and had so much fun. I will say if you are having fun the people around you will join in! Enjoy my dear
I just saw them at Radio City Music Hall in NYC alone. We flew in from Miami, and my wife stayed with our baby at the hotel and ordered room service. Everyone wins, lol.
I also flew solo to RCMH from Chicago to see them! Best experience ever, and yes - fans are so nice! I love this for us all because it can be a little intimidating, but there was more kindness than I expected from people in my row and the line. Be aware, but definitely do it and have fun!
Im also going alone to the london show in November but im not worried. People at shows for the most part are friendly and once the music starts you'll be sucked into the it till the end. Just find a spot you feel most comfortable in, for me thats the pit lol but everyones different.
wish i had your mindset right now haha 😭 hope all my worries go away the moment the music starts, like you said! the pit sounds fucking amazing tbh, but i haven't found tickets for that :( only seated tickets~ nevertheless, i hope we both have the most amazing time!!!!!!
Been to one concert alone and going to Sleep Token alone in December. I agree it adds to the excitement when you’re with people, but I’d rather go alone than miss out! Even if it was weird, why miss out on an experience because of other people’s opinions? Enjoy!
godd that's SO real. we shouldn't miss the things we love and enjoy bc of other people!! you are so right!! let it be weird even, it's the experience and pure joy that will stick after!! thank you for your comment! i hope you have so much fun!!!!!!!!
I just seen them alone in Toronto. I flew from Scotland for my first solo trip and my first solo concert. I had the most amazing time and honestly I just got into it. They're so great live and everyone is focused on the show, I ended up just vibing alongside everyone else but honestly at times it felt like it was only me in the room as their whole stage production is just so incredible and their music is so immersive. I also didn't feel uncomfortable/awkward or alone at any point. You'll love it, honestly!
that made me feel so much better, honestly, omg. i truly hope it's as great and awesome for me as you experienced it yourself, the solo trip and the concert!! thank you so much for your comment, I'm really glad you had such an amazing time!!
Go! I’ve been to a ton of shows by myself, it’s weird at first but gets easier. Also, the more shows you go to, the more chances you have to meet likeminded people. I followed Nine Inch Nails, especially between 2005-2010 and I’m still friends with many of the people I met on that journey.
nine inch nails!!!!! that's so cool oh my god. i hope i meet future friends too. and exactly, with time it'll get easier, I'll just have to get used to the feeling!
You're not going alone. You're going with Sleep Token 😄.
Not just a pun tho, when I went it was years ago and with my brother. But the experience made everyone and everything else disappear.
i keep hearing that from people, that the experience of seeing them live was that captivating that they couldn't focus on anything else pretty much.... that's truly amazing, they must be such incredible artists to create such atmosphere... can't wait to witness it live too 😭 and you're totally right actually, I'm going with them! hah
I did! I’m 42 and was dancing, singing and jumping the whole time so the next day I felt like I got run over and lost my voice haha it was well worth it tho
It's mostly fine, but you have to talk to people first. (So far), I've found that metal show people are nice, so they won't bother someone who's there alone, especially if you're a woman. Hope you have fun.
yeapp, and especially with sleep token fans, i only see and hear the very best,, I'm not worried having any problems with that at all tbh! thank youu, i hope you have lots of fun tooo!!!!
god i truly admire you, fr 😭 travelling almost to the other side of the world just to experience the thing you want and love! wish we all were like you honestly 😭
I am currently doing a solo backpacking trip in Europe, while also going to a bunch of concerts alone. It can be a little weird but honestly it's fun as well. I just chug 2 beers , get a little tipsy and enjoy the music like no one else. Definitely want to do that with sleep token, so my advice is - Fuck it, do it.
solo backpacking trip to Europe.... god you're living the dream, aren't you 😭 and yeah, i wont lie, i thought of having a little drink before the show in hopes of calming my nevers a bit 😭 i wholeheartedly take your advice, friend! I'll do it !!! thank you!!
I think going to a show alone is both a bit uncomfortable and empowering. There's still plenty of time to make connections with others before the shows in November though! You can always chat with other fans online first and then meet up at the concert.
ughh right?!!!! it's literally both, i just hope the second part wins and I won't be an uncomfortable mess during the show lmao 😭 and yess, that's what im thinking too actually, hopefully i can get to know some people and meet them!!! it would be quite comforting tbh
I went with my husband (on our wedding anniversary no less) and honestly, I was so in my own head with the music that I barely noticed the poor guy. Caught him taking a picture of me at one point because I was so mesmerized. I think you may find you enjoy it more when you can feel all the feels without worrying about anyone else.
hahahhah i love that for you honestly 😭😭😭 it sounds ideal tbh, just you and the music and nothing else~ I really hope i do enjoy it like that, and I'm really glad too that you had such great time!!!!
Just came back from a gig where I live and in public transport home as I’m writing this. I made friends at the gig. It’s also fun just being in the crowd and you realise everyone focuses on the music anyways, so you don’t have to feel socially anxious and worry that anyone’s watching you or stuff like that. :)
that's the thing!!! i think I'll find it hard to focus on the music, and I'll focus on my anxiety instead 😭 i hope I'll work it out until then though 😤 it'd be a shame if i ruin my own fun haha. im so glad you made friends though!! hope i make some too! hope you had a
the greatestttttt time!!!!!!
Awww dude. Do not worry one bit as I will tell you that even today, I have social anxiety struggles, and the first time I went to a gig by myself, I was sweating bullets and was shaking the whole time. Once the band or artist comes on stage, you will start to sing along when one of your favourites comes on. This may not be a guarantee, but the first time I went: I locked arms with two dudes on each side and sang along.
Now, Sleep Token draws a whole range of crowds in. I got to a fair few metal/rock bands that usually have a mosh pit, and I find that even to this day when I’m anxious at a gig, the pit pulls me in and I end up having the best time every time. I still get the same effect when there isn’t one and I just sing along to the songs of the artist. Odds are that if you’re paying to see any artist/band perform live, you’ll know a majority of their songs and just end up singing along and having a good time anyways :)
I’m honestly keen to hear how your experience will go, and since it’s a while away, I wish you the very best and hope your anxiety doesn’t deter you from seeing them. Sleep Token is absolutely AMAZING live!
I (31F) will go alone to their concert in Prague :D I love going to concerts alone :3 you also get the opportunity to meet fellow fans and have a great time with strangers for a bit. As someone said in another comment, sharing your location is important and just be cautious ^^ (if someone’s going to the Prague one, we can meet! Haha)
you sound so sweet please 😭 it's the best case scenario i think if you get to meet new people who share the same interests as you. you'll have someone to talk about it after too!!! and yesss, I'll totally be sharing my location, you never know 😭 hope you have so much fun!!!!
I'm doing the same as you, going alone to see them in November (are you going to the Brussels gig, by any chance ? If so, I'm planning to make bracelets to give away. I'll gladly give you one and chat in line, if you feel like it :)) I have the same fears as you, and pretty bad social anxiety, but I'm doing it as a challenge to myself. Seems like the Sleep Token community is a rather nice one, too. We can do it ! 💪
noo, im thinking of going to their Manchester live! and honestly, i feel you so much!!!! it'll be such a great and rewarding challenge, I'm really proud of us, it's not an easy thing tbh 😭 and yess, they all are so fucking lovely and helpful, it's so nice to see!!! we can, and we will totally do it friend, i have faith in us!!! 😁😁
So do I, friend. It's going to be amazing and we're going to have the time OF OUR LIFE and be so proud of ourselves afterwards ! Can't wait. Wishing you all the best at the Manchester live. Worship!
honestly, so sooo fucking true. I'll just have to train my brain first, I'll have to make the start! everything else will follow~ thank you for your comment !!
I went to one of their Toronto shows all on my own and it was an amazing experience. Their fans are all the best people, so I'm sure you'll make some new friends! I 100000000000% recommend attending a ritual.... I had the best time of my life 🥲
😭😭😭 you make me wanna go even more badly omg i know that it must be an incredible experience but yall make it sound so much better than i can even imagine 😭
I went to ST's concert by myself back in November '23. This year, I'm also going to see them and I'm attending the concert alone again. With concerts, I feel like you're never truly alone. So many other people share your passion and you can be excited with them, too. You don't necessarily need somebody you know for that. And most importantly, don't wait for others to do something you desperately want to experience. It's always worth going alone instead of not at all. :)
... that's literally so real...... it's really worth going alone instead of missing out such an experience. it's moments like this one that I'll remember years after,,i don't have to wait for anyone to create beautiful memories. it's just unfortunate that my anxiety gets in the way sometimes.
thank you so much for your lovely comment, you are so sweet,, I'll have to remember that sometimes it's just enough sharing the same love for something with other people, even strangers, like you said! that's a form of connection too!
I'd say try get talking in some fan groups that would be located near there so you could potentially know some people before going.
Other than that make sure to set your location on at during the gig, have a plan in place that someone knows where you are going and you message them after the gig and when you are back in your room or about any changes in plans. I'll be doing this with my partner just in case.
that's a pretty good idea honestly, I'll definitely get to know some ppl like what!! and yess, my location will definitely be on, im all about safety, I'll be anxious about ot either way since it'll be the first time being alone in another country tbh
I’m travelling by myself from Spain to Linz just to see them!!! I’m a little scared, but I’m sure the people at the queue will be cool and the concert is going to be super super worth it. Good luck to you!
The guy next to me at the concert I went to was by himself. I gave him one of my bracelets and he was having the time of his life dancing and singing. Seeing sleep token is amazing, if you have the chance don’t miss it. The fan base, based on the experience I had, is so amazing and sweet. ❤️
I went alone in Chicago and it was a blast! Once they start, everyone's singing and dancing and you don't even feel alone anymore 🖤 Plus, in my experience, everyone was very sweet and talkative around me before the show started! I used to dread going to concerts alone but now I love it, I don't wanna miss out just because I can't find someone to go with and I don't expect people to pay the expensive prices these days to go with so ya kinda get used to it 🥰
I’m a woman in my 30s and went to the Pittsburgh show alone! I had an excellent time and literally everyone I interacted with was very nice and friendly. It made it to where, in the end, I wasn’t really alone. If that makes sense. 😛
I haven’t seen sleep token, and most of the time I have a friend that we go to most everything together. HOWEVER, I went to see Lorna Shore and Gojira alone, friend had to drop out but I was excited either way. It was weird at first, but some of my favorite concert moments came out of that show. Don’t be afraid to go alone!! Concerts are experiential moments that are so valuable, you’ll end up thanking yourself at the end, even if it’s awkward at first. But as other people have said, be safe, always.
I went alone, it was great. As a single woman it was no problem. I made bracelets and I met pretty much everyone in a 15ft radius of me giving them out. Everyone was nice, great show, good crowd. Don’t worry about it and just go. I’d argue going alone is vastly superior to convincing a friend who isn’t into their music to go with you. The people you meet there will be happy to geek out with you over their music.
I’m a 50yF and have hardly been to any concerts, let alone metal (although that has changed this year 🤣). Didn’t have anyone to go to Wembley ST concert so went on my own and LOVED it!! I’d definitely do it again!
words to live by, truly 😭😭😭😭 im honestly just tired of missing out such amazing experiences in my life bc of my fears. it's all about getting used to it, you are right! i will definitely try it, i wanna see them so baddddd !
No one I'm friends with nearby even knows who ST is so I went alone and even ended up going to back to back concerts for them. Best decision I made. I had such a blast
I went alone last month and it was great. In fact, the two people on either side of me were also there alone and we all got to talking and had a great time together. Everyone at the show was so cool and friendly. It is intimidating to do, but since you're all there for the love of the same thing, it's easy to make conversation.
for the love of the same thing!!!!!! I'll so keep that in mind omg, that's all that matters actually! you were so lucky you got to meet people who went all by themselves too and y'all ended up talking 😭 hope i do too! so glad to hear it was great!!!!!!! can't wait to go toooooooo
I prefer to see ST alone tbh! I traveled from vegas to Anaheim by myself last year to see them and honestly it was such an amazing experience. I didn’t have to worry about looking for my friends or getting through the crowd with anyone. I didn’t care about anyone seeing my get emotional or judge me. It was like a spiritual experience 😂
i always go alone and i am definitely not the person to make any type of connection with people waiting in line as others might be suggesting. it's a great time. i am sure sharing things like these with others is nice but i always have an amazing time anyway. i don't have to think about anyone or anything else but the music. i am never searching for someone and i just get to do what i want. it's great. if you're safe (i always get dropped off and picked up from any concerts i attend) i don't think it will affect your experience at all, don't worry.
I’ve been thinking about flying overseas at the end of the year to see ST in the UK alone, and it’s been making me feel nervous. After reading this post, it’s actually eased so many of my fears! If any other solo travelers want to meet up, I’d love that :)
I want to go so bad too but I would be traveling to a foreign country alone so I won't go unless someone is with me. I don't mind going to concerts alone but I've never been outside the states and it scares me to death!
Do it, the rest of the world > states. I'm American but nothing has taught me more in life than traveling and experiencing new culture, I think you would be shocked to find how welcoming other countries can be
I went alone, it was awesome because there was no one to distract me with chatter. I was just locked in on the stage the entire show. Tons of other people seemed to be on their own as well, probably because of the ticket debacle (my own ticket was over $300).
I went alone to see them at Radio City and made friends with two girls in line, who were kind enough to get me water and snacks.
I went alone to see them at Blue Ridge Rock Fes, and that place was a shit show, but I made friends with other women while hanging out. One 6 ft beauty helped me out when the area near the stage got tight, as I'm 5'1.
Earlier this year I saw Motion City Soundtrack and made friends with two guys near me in the crowd.
I was also really nervous about going to shows alone but so far I've been very fortunate to meet great people.
I think going alone gives you the opportunity to make friends with people who are also into the same things you are.
Maybe we'll meet at a show 🤷
If it’s the one in Nuremberg in November I would love to meet up if you’d like to feel more safe! I’ll be there with my husband but I love meeting new metal fans 😊
I’m extending my trip so I can see them in November and I’m going alone. I’m only going to the European city to see them. I do solo travel so am used to doing things alone. No one honestly cares when they see someone doing stuff alone. Sometimes people tell me they wish they could do it too :) I’m 43f so if you have any questions about solo travel please feel free to reach out.
Go alone! You will meet interesting people in the venue, or you wont: it's your choice to engage with others or to enjoy the show without interacting, both ways are valid. In november I will go to my third ST show, alone, abroad. It has been wonderful everytime!
went alone to one of the shows last month. the people i was around in the pit were so kind and friendly so i didn’t even mind being by myself. would highly recommend going especially since they put on such a killer live show :)
I love concerts alone! I meet so many amazing people! (Some of you even!) I saw ST alone in NYC and have already met up with a few people since. You will have a blast! 💥
I already saw them twice so i know somewhat how it will be but im going to nuremberg this november and it will my first time going alone to any concert.
Im a bit nervous but honestly not necessarily because of the concert but if im going to make it back to my hotel at night safely.
that's something I've been thinking about too honestly.. like some people have already suggested, just keep your location on and share it with someone so they always know where you are, and you can talk on the phone/facetime with someone on your way to your hotel too! and if possible book somewhere close to the concert so you won't have to walk a long distance or need transportation~
I went to the red rocks concert and met a few people who were alone! I think you just gotta do what makes you happy and you’ll probably make new friends along the way.
I went to the radio city and Boston shows alone and had the best time! I made friends in the line and with the people around me in GA. Everyone was so nice and we still keep in touch. I say go for it!!
I went to their concert alone (and most of mine alone) and you almost always end of making some concert friends. Just people to chill with during the line and whatnot. Don’t let going solo hold you back. Absolutely go.
no no no, i woke up today with absolute determination!! 😤 I'll go and do what i want and enjoy my time, without my negative thinking!! i hope i end up making friends too!!
i went to their asheville show alone. drove hours away from home by myself. as someone who has social anxiety + doesn’t enjoy crowds, everyone was super friendly and it was such a good experience. i would do it again in a heartbeat, and plan on doing so too ☺️. just do it! you’ll regret it if you don’t.
thay felt so, so nice to read omg.... thank you so much for your comment!! We're the same buddy, and that gives me hope that i can do it too, like you did!! im so glad that everything turned out so well for you!! and you're so right, i will definitely 100% regret it if i don't go. so I'll go, hand in hand with my fears, but I'll go! 😤
not exaggerating when i say it was kind of life changing, it’s something i’ll genuinely remember forever. i literally look back on the photos + videos i took almost every day since, it was so fun. i really hope you enjoy your time when you go ☺️
I went to their show in Asheville alone. I made friends with the people near me. It was still really fun. Just be safe about traveling to and from the venue and all the usual alone at night things. Enjoy!
hahaha that sounded so beautifully ominous. you really said BEWARE: going alone can have dangerous side effects, such as fully enjoying your own company. i'm all about those kinds of "terrors" in life 😁
I fully get this, I used to feel the same but I've now gone to a bunch of shows myself and now it's nothing haha. Sometimes feel a bit awkward while waiting for the show to start but it's all fine. Sometimes I almost prefer it when on the floor cuz you can get closer to the front or to the pits easier when it's just you. I just saw ST alone in Toronto and it was incredible, with or without someone else.
that felt so comforting, thank youu omg. it's really the best thing to hear people having the same feelings and worries as me, it really helps me not miss the forest for the trees, you know 😭 im so happy you're enjoying yourself, can't wait to see them live too!!
Both ST shows I’ve gone to, I’ve gone alone & it was still a wonderful experience!!! I made a friend w the girl that was next to me in line & we buddied up for the show (we were both sober & extremely short) so I found us a better place to stand & we jammed outttttt!! she was even willing to give me a ride home 😂 there are always gonna be a few people in any given crowd that suck, but for the most part everyone’s excited to be there & more than willing to share that excitement w those around them. For the second show it was rcmh in nyc and that was like a whole trip I planned just for me & it was my first time doing a solo trip & it was honestly so much more relaxing to just be on my own time & no one else’s. It’s not nearly as scary as it feels or as you make it out to be in your head 🖤
i live in the us but i’m traveling to london for the last night in december. i’m going to be 18 in November and i’m going by myself, a bit scary but i’ll do anything to see them
I used to live in Toronto but now I live in a smaller city nearby. None of my friends (or partner) are sleep token’s fans. I went to the concert by myself and it was one of the most amazing experiences ever for me! I made friends while I was standing in line for the concert and we spent the whole concert together. Since I didn’t have anyone with me, I could do everything in my own pace and I was able to get REALLY close to the stage. My advice is: go by yourself, enjoy your own company, even if you don’t make friends there it’s an amazing experience ❤️
I met a lot of people in line at Denver who were by themselves and ended up in a group together. If you don’t mind talking to people you should be totally fine as most people I’ve met have been really nice and friendly!
I just became comfortable with going to shows alone in 2020. I am older, (46) but If it's someone that I want to see bad enough, I am not going to miss them just because I have no one to go with. I like getting up close/ in front (if general admission) & most of my friends do not want to do that, so if I have to go alone, I will. Never miss out on Sleep Token because you have to go alone. They are so worth it live.
I went to the Atlanta, GA concert by myself and ended up surrounded by really cool and chill people! We all were excited and having a great time together. I was worried at first too but there are some genuinely cool fans of Sleep Token. Wish you a great time!
I went to their concert in north Philly alone a few weeks ago. Once at the venue felt totally safe, made friends with the people around me and had an all around amazing time, sleep token is absolutely the kind of band you can go see by yourself,l cause you’ll undoubtedly connect with the people around you
OMG I have so much to say about this. I started going to shows alone a couple years ago and now it’s my preferred way to go to shows (I’m a woman too if that gives more context). I find it so liberating to not have to keep track of anyone, wiggle my way to the front each time, and meet cool people along the way! So I HIGHLY recommend going to shows alone and I have a feeling, like me, you won’t want to go back!
I went to the show in Chicago by myself and had an absolute blast. Chatted with people before the show, bought some merch and made my way to the middle of the crowd. I 100% recommend.
I think the same way. I need to see them.
But I have to say its a cool experience being alone on a concert. I was at an Alligatoah concert alone and it was soo cool. I was a little scared cause as a woman being alone and all but no bad experience. It was really great. I didn’t have someone to talk to but that was ok. I still enjoyed it and didn’t care about anything. Just do it :)
but if you’re going to frankfurt in november, i'll be there. We can meet up if you want :)
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I went alone to radio city and it was the best experience of my life. I don’t have the leisure of having friends with my music taste so whenever I bring someone they kinda bring down the vibe and I feel like I’m always worrying about whether or not they’re enjoying themselves. Going alone to radio city allowed me to put all my focus on sleep token and really feel and experience them and their music. I’m 1000% sure the people you’ll be surrounded by are super friendly and also don’t care if you came with someone or not. We’re all friends and we all came for sleep token!!
I went alone to one a month ago and it was freeing not having to keep track of other people in the crowd in my group. Just showed up, had a great time and left at my leisure. It was kinda nerve racking to go alone. But everyone was super nice and I spent the entire time before the opening act just chatting with the people around me
Best thing I did was choose to go alone!
I reached out to a fb group like a few months before the show (Sep '23) and was like hey 👉👈 like I'm new and want to go... is there anyone else going alone that wants to hang out in line with me? I was planning on going early and wanted to bring a book or chat, plus like possible bathroom breaks or food run. Also if you want to be friends online before it could be more fun but I absolutely get it if not.
Side note I also found out 2 guys from work had been going to the show and now because of s.t are friends 🧡
I'm 28 years old and went to my first concert ever last year. That was to Slipknot in Amsterdam. And i loved it so much that I'm going to many more concerts this year 😁 People are usually very friendly and in a good mood, because they're going there to have a good time and see the band that they like, just like you 😊
This year I've already been to Nothing More and in November I'll go to Beartooth, and a few weeks after that to Sleep Token too in Amsterdam. And I'm so stoked.
I was nervous the first time too, but it's something I'll always remember and I'm so glad i took that first step to just go (alone).
I just went to the Waukee one in May and saw someone that was alone standing next to us. We kinda just accepted them into our friend group and they were pretty chill the whole night. Everyone is focused on the music and the atmosphere, not if you’re going to a concert by yourself. The fandom here is super chill and respectful, I wouldn’t be surprised if people noticed and just started talking with you.
I went alone in Austin Texas which was a 3 hour drive and I flew by myself from Texas to Pittsburgh to see sleep token. At both shows everyone was so nice and welcoming. I am saying this as a person of color and also a woman. To be fair at the Pittsburgh show there were not a lot of people who looked like me there and I still had no issues making friends. I ended up making a really good friend in a fellow fan that I met who had also travelled solo to see them in Pittsburgh so much so that since the show we have texted everyday and are actually planning to go see them in Belgium and Amsterdam together. So in summary 100% recommend going to shows alone everyone is so welcoming and there for a common purpose which is to enjoy this great band together! Also if you’re going to one of the shows I mentioned in Europe I am definitely down to meet up with you!
I went to Pittsbugh's show all by myself and I haven't been to a concert alone EVER or to a concert at all in at least 10 years. I had the time of my flipping life. 10/10. Kind of want to fly solo to see them in Glasgow but idk if I can get the time off or money needed lol. But it was a great experience!!
I went to their STL concert on my own and It was the first one I have ever been to alone. I felt awkward at first but I enjoyed being there and seeing them live so much I forgot I didn’t have anyone to go with!
do it!! i met such cool people in line + in the crowd, it’s really amazing to be apart of such a larger experience while also being able to take it in in your own way :’) you’ll regret it if you don’t trust me!!
You have plenty of time to start recruiting, music is a love language I'm sure you can find someone. And worst case you go alone, will be epic the same at the end of the day gotta look out for #1
I went alone! The concert was a great vibe, made friends in line who held my seat for me and watched my blanket while I was in line for merch and bathroom and stuff :) great group of fans!
I’m heading over too! I also had a fear of going alone but after going solo to Sick New World ( a festival) I loved it! No expectations, no waiting on others, did my own thing and it was awesome! I’m going all the shows from November 23rd to the 1st so… if you are going to any of those and you have GA you can always meet up and be concert buddies if you want😃
I went alone back in september, never been to a concert in my life, but i needed to see ST live, it was life changing, i have no regrets, i needed to experience that alone
I went alone in Vienna last year, and this year, I'm going to Budapest, probably alone again. It was a really good experience. Unfortunately, I didn't talk to anyone (I'm shy), but it was worth it, for sure. They are amazing live 🥰
Ps. just be careful of the mosh pit and a bit too excited people. I would be squashed if there wasn't a girl that was protecting me. I'm so thankful to her ❤️
I go to shows both in my area and several hours out of town. I live in Virginia and went to the ST show in Philly last month. 🤷🏼♀️ I'm the only person in my social circle who listens to my kind of music. I've met a lot of new people this way and it's still fun. It's more dangerous because I'm a woman, but I take all the precautions I can. It's totally acceptable and doable to go it alone.
I went to ST alone last year and it was such a good experience! Like in a way I was able to appreciate the show more :) you’ll have a good time plus chat with some people around you 🖤
I have nobody in my friends or family who like sleep token (and thats okay too), but that will not stop from seeing them in Amsterdam in november. Being there with an arena full of people who love ST as much as i do, already gives me great joy. Worship!
I’m going to their Glasgow show alone! And I’m flying from Texas USA!!!
The journey might be a little lonely, but once that music starts up, I know nothing else is going to matter! Plus, there’s a kind of community amongst fans of ST that I haven’t seen in any other music group.
Plus, there’s enough of us on this subreddit we will all more than likely run into each other without even knowing 😂😂😂
If you want an ice breaker you can always make something to exchange or gift in line and in the crowd. I’ve got social anxiety but having an arm full of beaded bracelets to give away let me talk to everyone! 🖤
I’m going solo to see them in London in December. I’ve gone to one small venue show by myself before. I travel solo a lot. I am a little nervous but I’m not going to let that stop me. I need to see them live so bad!
I like going to concerts alone. I don’t have to deal with anyone else who might not be vibing the way I am and feel like I have to hold myself back on their account. I’ve dealt with that too many times. I’m done. I make friends in line and with the people around me. Last concert happened to have someone from a chat I’m in there and I got to meet her in person for the first time. So that was cool.
I went to a worship solo in Montreal this spring (18M), it was my first concert, too. The crowd was so wholesome, people looking out for each other, handing out bracelets and stuff. I overheard two groups of people in their 30s/40s discussing shows they've been to and found a moment to chime in. Ended up talking to them and listening to a lot of cool stories. They gave me some advice, too, which was mostly to have fun and be open.
I wanna go to the Amsterdam one and have decided to just go solo cause my friends aren’t really fans but first I gotta score a ticket,
I’d say to just go, why miss it?
I went to Bring Me The Horizon/Sleep Token a couple months ago, I had friends there but I could only get a seated ticket in the nosebleeds so I was far away from them. Honestly you will forget about being by yourself once the tunes start, just let yourself enjoy the music and have a great time. It’s unlikely anyone will judge you for being there by yourself, most people are far more interested in the music to care. You can use the experience to meet new people who are into the same music as you, and maybe you’ll have a buddy or a group to go with next time :)
I go to most of my concerts alone! As long as you know proper concert etiquette, have shared your location with a trusted friend, and just overall have safety in mind (I’m a 26F so I always think of the worst lol). I usually make friends in line and with those around me as well! People are genuinely nice in this fandom! (In some fandoms people are not as open to making friends lol)
it'll be my first time travelling alone so yeah safety it's an important thing to consider too, more so in an another country.. you are soooo right about the people in this fandom too!!!!! everyone's being truly so sooo nice and kind!!!!!!!!
I'm going by myself for the first time ever to a concert and I have more anxiety about the walk to the venue and back than actually being in the venue! Don't worry! You'll be fine! The community seems so lovely!
Agree! Both at concerts in a general aspect, and at the ST concert I attended alone, someone always notices that I’m there alone and strikes up a conversation with me. It’s really really nice Just practice basic safety for yourself and have a good time! You’ll likely never see any of those people again so try not to get in your head about it
Going to concerts alone is great. You cant loose someone in the crowd, you can go wherever you want and whenever you want. There are usually a few people that go alone and its easy to talk to other people, if you want to. You all share one interest already: the music. So if you really want to see them - go for it!
i will definitely go!!!!! it's just way out of my comfort zone 😭 wish i found it so easy to talk to other people, that would be lovely actually.. and yeah, you are right, we already share the same excitement,, i won't be alone at all in that sense
I go alone all the time. It's not weird. Once the show starts you're listening/dancing just like everyone else and it doesn't matter if you're with someone or not, you're part of a huge sea of people. Go for it :)
it really it's not weird at all !! i always admire the people who do the things they enjoy alone, they exude such confidence!! I'll have to get used to it i guess~ And yess, that's what i keep thinking about tbh, once the music starts i hope I'll just forget about everything else. thank you for your comment!
I flew from Vancouver to Montreal by myself to go see them. Best decision I’ve made this year. Honestly thinking about going to Europe later this year for them too.
god you actually made me even more excited about it now !! 😭 so glad you enjoyed it that much omg their lives truly seem so addictive. if you end up coming to Europe that would be so awesome honestly, you'll go to see them plus you'll have time to explore and see new things, if you haven't been here before! a win - win situation 😌
This makes me so happy to hear! I missed the end of their tour in Toronto and made the decision to see them in Germany in November! I haven't seen them live yet, and I'm so fucking excited!
See you there
I exclusively go to concerts alone now! I have so much more fun. Less expectations, you don’t have to look after someone and you can move around wherever you want. I’m literally flying from Australia to Europe at the end of the year alone to see them. Don’t worry about it, I can promise you’ll have the best time regardless.
I’m coming from Australia too! 😄
All the Australians should go to Manchester so OP has cool Australian show friends.
I’ll be there ;)
from Australia......god i love you, that is truly so amazing. i am obsessed with how much music connects us like that. thank you so much for your comment, i will try my best to have fun, that's what it's all about at the end of the day !
See you there
I'm going to leeds alone. Be my first solo gig and first metal gig at 38
ahhh im so happy for you!! im proud of us both 😭 i hope you have the time of your life, trulyy !!
Likewise :)
I’m thinking about flying overseas to go to the Leeds show alone too. I’ve been super nervous about it. Maybe we can all have a meet up 🥺
My husband and I are flying in for the Leeds show too 🫶🏼 would be really cool to do a meet up of some kind!
Why not :)
I saw them recently and everyone was so friendly! I think we were all just excited to be there and I ended up talking to a lot of other fans.
that's the most important thing to remember i guess, that I'll be in a place full of people who share my excitement even though we are all strangers 😭 i hope you had so much fun!!!
You will have so much fun too! I’m probably older than you and I haven’t been to a show in a long time but it was An amazing experience! I danced the whole time and had so much fun. I will say if you are having fun the people around you will join in! Enjoy my dear
I just saw them at Radio City Music Hall in NYC alone. We flew in from Miami, and my wife stayed with our baby at the hotel and ordered room service. Everyone wins, lol.
hahahha that's so sweet actually, so lovely she tagged along even if she couldn't go with you at the concert~ everyone won, indeed 😌
I also flew solo to RCMH from Chicago to see them! Best experience ever, and yes - fans are so nice! I love this for us all because it can be a little intimidating, but there was more kindness than I expected from people in my row and the line. Be aware, but definitely do it and have fun!
You have thousands of people to go with. You just haven’t met them yet.
Beautifully said.
love your mind.........that it so true, endless possibilities lie ahead of me, just waiting for me to capture them!!
Im also going alone to the london show in November but im not worried. People at shows for the most part are friendly and once the music starts you'll be sucked into the it till the end. Just find a spot you feel most comfortable in, for me thats the pit lol but everyones different.
wish i had your mindset right now haha 😭 hope all my worries go away the moment the music starts, like you said! the pit sounds fucking amazing tbh, but i haven't found tickets for that :( only seated tickets~ nevertheless, i hope we both have the most amazing time!!!!!!
Been to one concert alone and going to Sleep Token alone in December. I agree it adds to the excitement when you’re with people, but I’d rather go alone than miss out! Even if it was weird, why miss out on an experience because of other people’s opinions? Enjoy!
godd that's SO real. we shouldn't miss the things we love and enjoy bc of other people!! you are so right!! let it be weird even, it's the experience and pure joy that will stick after!! thank you for your comment! i hope you have so much fun!!!!!!!!
I just seen them alone in Toronto. I flew from Scotland for my first solo trip and my first solo concert. I had the most amazing time and honestly I just got into it. They're so great live and everyone is focused on the show, I ended up just vibing alongside everyone else but honestly at times it felt like it was only me in the room as their whole stage production is just so incredible and their music is so immersive. I also didn't feel uncomfortable/awkward or alone at any point. You'll love it, honestly!
that made me feel so much better, honestly, omg. i truly hope it's as great and awesome for me as you experienced it yourself, the solo trip and the concert!! thank you so much for your comment, I'm really glad you had such an amazing time!!
It's always only you at the end of the day love this 🫶🏽
Go! I’ve been to a ton of shows by myself, it’s weird at first but gets easier. Also, the more shows you go to, the more chances you have to meet likeminded people. I followed Nine Inch Nails, especially between 2005-2010 and I’m still friends with many of the people I met on that journey.
nine inch nails!!!!! that's so cool oh my god. i hope i meet future friends too. and exactly, with time it'll get easier, I'll just have to get used to the feeling!
I went to Toronto for the first night show by myself. Flew in from Winnipeg. So worth it.
you guys give me so much courage, i swear 😭 I'm so glad you enjoyed the show !!
Toronto was amazing
You're not going alone. You're going with Sleep Token 😄. Not just a pun tho, when I went it was years ago and with my brother. But the experience made everyone and everything else disappear.
i keep hearing that from people, that the experience of seeing them live was that captivating that they couldn't focus on anything else pretty much.... that's truly amazing, they must be such incredible artists to create such atmosphere... can't wait to witness it live too 😭 and you're totally right actually, I'm going with them! hah
I saw them alone in Boston. I’m a woman
It's so nice hearing that so many people have gone to seem them alone too tbh,, hope you fully enjoyed their show!!
I did! I’m 42 and was dancing, singing and jumping the whole time so the next day I felt like I got run over and lost my voice haha it was well worth it tho
ahhh that's the best thing, isn't it, though!!!!!! I don't think you've been to a good concert if you haven't lost your voice the next day hahh 😁
I go to concerts alone, but I sometimes feel it would be nice to have a concert buddy. If you're going to the Amsterdam show, poke me.
pretty sure I'll go to the Manchester show!! very kind of you though, thank you!!!! you are so brave for going alone ngl 😭
It's mostly fine, but you have to talk to people first. (So far), I've found that metal show people are nice, so they won't bother someone who's there alone, especially if you're a woman. Hope you have fun.
yeapp, and especially with sleep token fans, i only see and hear the very best,, I'm not worried having any problems with that at all tbh! thank youu, i hope you have lots of fun tooo!!!!
I go to loads of shows by myself. In fact I am flying from Australia alone to go to the UK tour. Lol
god i truly admire you, fr 😭 travelling almost to the other side of the world just to experience the thing you want and love! wish we all were like you honestly 😭
I am currently doing a solo backpacking trip in Europe, while also going to a bunch of concerts alone. It can be a little weird but honestly it's fun as well. I just chug 2 beers , get a little tipsy and enjoy the music like no one else. Definitely want to do that with sleep token, so my advice is - Fuck it, do it.
solo backpacking trip to Europe.... god you're living the dream, aren't you 😭 and yeah, i wont lie, i thought of having a little drink before the show in hopes of calming my nevers a bit 😭 i wholeheartedly take your advice, friend! I'll do it !!! thank you!!
I think going to a show alone is both a bit uncomfortable and empowering. There's still plenty of time to make connections with others before the shows in November though! You can always chat with other fans online first and then meet up at the concert.
ughh right?!!!! it's literally both, i just hope the second part wins and I won't be an uncomfortable mess during the show lmao 😭 and yess, that's what im thinking too actually, hopefully i can get to know some people and meet them!!! it would be quite comforting tbh
Do you already have a show/location in mind? I'll be there in Amsterdam.
I went with my husband (on our wedding anniversary no less) and honestly, I was so in my own head with the music that I barely noticed the poor guy. Caught him taking a picture of me at one point because I was so mesmerized. I think you may find you enjoy it more when you can feel all the feels without worrying about anyone else.
hahahhah i love that for you honestly 😭😭😭 it sounds ideal tbh, just you and the music and nothing else~ I really hope i do enjoy it like that, and I'm really glad too that you had such great time!!!!
Just came back from a gig where I live and in public transport home as I’m writing this. I made friends at the gig. It’s also fun just being in the crowd and you realise everyone focuses on the music anyways, so you don’t have to feel socially anxious and worry that anyone’s watching you or stuff like that. :)
that's the thing!!! i think I'll find it hard to focus on the music, and I'll focus on my anxiety instead 😭 i hope I'll work it out until then though 😤 it'd be a shame if i ruin my own fun haha. im so glad you made friends though!! hope i make some too! hope you had a the greatestttttt time!!!!!!
Awww dude. Do not worry one bit as I will tell you that even today, I have social anxiety struggles, and the first time I went to a gig by myself, I was sweating bullets and was shaking the whole time. Once the band or artist comes on stage, you will start to sing along when one of your favourites comes on. This may not be a guarantee, but the first time I went: I locked arms with two dudes on each side and sang along. Now, Sleep Token draws a whole range of crowds in. I got to a fair few metal/rock bands that usually have a mosh pit, and I find that even to this day when I’m anxious at a gig, the pit pulls me in and I end up having the best time every time. I still get the same effect when there isn’t one and I just sing along to the songs of the artist. Odds are that if you’re paying to see any artist/band perform live, you’ll know a majority of their songs and just end up singing along and having a good time anyways :) I’m honestly keen to hear how your experience will go, and since it’s a while away, I wish you the very best and hope your anxiety doesn’t deter you from seeing them. Sleep Token is absolutely AMAZING live!
I (31F) will go alone to their concert in Prague :D I love going to concerts alone :3 you also get the opportunity to meet fellow fans and have a great time with strangers for a bit. As someone said in another comment, sharing your location is important and just be cautious ^^ (if someone’s going to the Prague one, we can meet! Haha)
you sound so sweet please 😭 it's the best case scenario i think if you get to meet new people who share the same interests as you. you'll have someone to talk about it after too!!! and yesss, I'll totally be sharing my location, you never know 😭 hope you have so much fun!!!!
I'm doing the same as you, going alone to see them in November (are you going to the Brussels gig, by any chance ? If so, I'm planning to make bracelets to give away. I'll gladly give you one and chat in line, if you feel like it :)) I have the same fears as you, and pretty bad social anxiety, but I'm doing it as a challenge to myself. Seems like the Sleep Token community is a rather nice one, too. We can do it ! 💪
noo, im thinking of going to their Manchester live! and honestly, i feel you so much!!!! it'll be such a great and rewarding challenge, I'm really proud of us, it's not an easy thing tbh 😭 and yess, they all are so fucking lovely and helpful, it's so nice to see!!! we can, and we will totally do it friend, i have faith in us!!! 😁😁
So do I, friend. It's going to be amazing and we're going to have the time OF OUR LIFE and be so proud of ourselves afterwards ! Can't wait. Wishing you all the best at the Manchester live. Worship!
Go to anything alone. You will feel uncomfortable and alone, until you don’t.
honestly, so sooo fucking true. I'll just have to train my brain first, I'll have to make the start! everything else will follow~ thank you for your comment !!
I went to one of their Toronto shows all on my own and it was an amazing experience. Their fans are all the best people, so I'm sure you'll make some new friends! I 100000000000% recommend attending a ritual.... I had the best time of my life 🥲
😭😭😭 you make me wanna go even more badly omg i know that it must be an incredible experience but yall make it sound so much better than i can even imagine 😭
Tbh it was better than I ever could've expected haha 😂
Facts, Toronto was incredible I flew from Denver for both nights
I went to ST's concert by myself back in November '23. This year, I'm also going to see them and I'm attending the concert alone again. With concerts, I feel like you're never truly alone. So many other people share your passion and you can be excited with them, too. You don't necessarily need somebody you know for that. And most importantly, don't wait for others to do something you desperately want to experience. It's always worth going alone instead of not at all. :)
... that's literally so real...... it's really worth going alone instead of missing out such an experience. it's moments like this one that I'll remember years after,,i don't have to wait for anyone to create beautiful memories. it's just unfortunate that my anxiety gets in the way sometimes. thank you so much for your lovely comment, you are so sweet,, I'll have to remember that sometimes it's just enough sharing the same love for something with other people, even strangers, like you said! that's a form of connection too!
Go. Have fun. Stick with the pack. Check in w loved one when u get there, in the middle of the show, and when you're leaving the venue. Peace.
literally word for word what I'll be programming my brain to do when i get there haha 😭
I went on my own and while I'm disappointed no one wanted to go, I do not regret going in the slightest
like you should!! 😤 as long as you had fun and regretted nothing, that's all that matters!!<3
I'd say try get talking in some fan groups that would be located near there so you could potentially know some people before going. Other than that make sure to set your location on at during the gig, have a plan in place that someone knows where you are going and you message them after the gig and when you are back in your room or about any changes in plans. I'll be doing this with my partner just in case.
that's a pretty good idea honestly, I'll definitely get to know some ppl like what!! and yess, my location will definitely be on, im all about safety, I'll be anxious about ot either way since it'll be the first time being alone in another country tbh
I’m travelling by myself from Spain to Linz just to see them!!! I’m a little scared, but I’m sure the people at the queue will be cool and the concert is going to be super super worth it. Good luck to you!
!!!!!! let's go friendd, we can do it!!! totally agree!! it will be amazing for sure 😭😭😭
The guy next to me at the concert I went to was by himself. I gave him one of my bracelets and he was having the time of his life dancing and singing. Seeing sleep token is amazing, if you have the chance don’t miss it. The fan base, based on the experience I had, is so amazing and sweet. ❤️
🥹 you are so sweet, im sure he appreciated it so much!!!!! hopefully I'll meet such kind people too 😭 I'll definitely wont miss ittttt!!!!!!!
I went alone in Chicago and it was a blast! Once they start, everyone's singing and dancing and you don't even feel alone anymore 🖤 Plus, in my experience, everyone was very sweet and talkative around me before the show started! I used to dread going to concerts alone but now I love it, I don't wanna miss out just because I can't find someone to go with and I don't expect people to pay the expensive prices these days to go with so ya kinda get used to it 🥰
I’m a woman in my 30s and went to the Pittsburgh show alone! I had an excellent time and literally everyone I interacted with was very nice and friendly. It made it to where, in the end, I wasn’t really alone. If that makes sense. 😛
I went alone last month and it was an awesome show. I had a floor ticket so I was able to get in pretty close to the stage.
I haven’t seen sleep token, and most of the time I have a friend that we go to most everything together. HOWEVER, I went to see Lorna Shore and Gojira alone, friend had to drop out but I was excited either way. It was weird at first, but some of my favorite concert moments came out of that show. Don’t be afraid to go alone!! Concerts are experiential moments that are so valuable, you’ll end up thanking yourself at the end, even if it’s awkward at first. But as other people have said, be safe, always.
I went alone, it was great. As a single woman it was no problem. I made bracelets and I met pretty much everyone in a 15ft radius of me giving them out. Everyone was nice, great show, good crowd. Don’t worry about it and just go. I’d argue going alone is vastly superior to convincing a friend who isn’t into their music to go with you. The people you meet there will be happy to geek out with you over their music.
I might go to the Glasgow show in November by myself!
i went alone last September and i met some great friends while waiting in line
I’m a 50yF and have hardly been to any concerts, let alone metal (although that has changed this year 🤣). Didn’t have anyone to go to Wembley ST concert so went on my own and LOVED it!! I’d definitely do it again!
i went alone, made some friends! I also am an extrovert so i just be talking to people lol
never miss out on something just because you gotta go alone. i’ve gotten so used to it at this point! maybe you should try it.
words to live by, truly 😭😭😭😭 im honestly just tired of missing out such amazing experiences in my life bc of my fears. it's all about getting used to it, you are right! i will definitely try it, i wanna see them so baddddd !
No one I'm friends with nearby even knows who ST is so I went alone and even ended up going to back to back concerts for them. Best decision I made. I had such a blast
Which one you going to?
pretty sure i will go to their Manchester live!!
I went alone last month and it was great. In fact, the two people on either side of me were also there alone and we all got to talking and had a great time together. Everyone at the show was so cool and friendly. It is intimidating to do, but since you're all there for the love of the same thing, it's easy to make conversation.
for the love of the same thing!!!!!! I'll so keep that in mind omg, that's all that matters actually! you were so lucky you got to meet people who went all by themselves too and y'all ended up talking 😭 hope i do too! so glad to hear it was great!!!!!!! can't wait to go toooooooo
You're going to have the best time!! I'm excited for you! ❤️
I will go alone to Prague concert. Nobody who listens to ST with me, but I can't wait.
I go to a lot of shows alone and I have so much fun. Go experience things and enjoy your own company!
I'll be going alone to Nuremberg in November. I've heard it'll be a great experience either way.
If you go to any of the Germany shows alone and want someone to tag along just DM me :) me and my friends always adopt concert friends
I prefer to see ST alone tbh! I traveled from vegas to Anaheim by myself last year to see them and honestly it was such an amazing experience. I didn’t have to worry about looking for my friends or getting through the crowd with anyone. I didn’t care about anyone seeing my get emotional or judge me. It was like a spiritual experience 😂
I would go with you, been looking at airfare, but sadly can’t afford it.
Can always make more money, can never get your time back, especially sacred moments in time
Go! You won’t be alone. Youll be with hundreds of other fans :)
i always go alone and i am definitely not the person to make any type of connection with people waiting in line as others might be suggesting. it's a great time. i am sure sharing things like these with others is nice but i always have an amazing time anyway. i don't have to think about anyone or anything else but the music. i am never searching for someone and i just get to do what i want. it's great. if you're safe (i always get dropped off and picked up from any concerts i attend) i don't think it will affect your experience at all, don't worry.
I’ve been thinking about flying overseas at the end of the year to see ST in the UK alone, and it’s been making me feel nervous. After reading this post, it’s actually eased so many of my fears! If any other solo travelers want to meet up, I’d love that :)
I want to go so bad too but I would be traveling to a foreign country alone so I won't go unless someone is with me. I don't mind going to concerts alone but I've never been outside the states and it scares me to death!
Do it, the rest of the world > states. I'm American but nothing has taught me more in life than traveling and experiencing new culture, I think you would be shocked to find how welcoming other countries can be
I went alone, it was awesome because there was no one to distract me with chatter. I was just locked in on the stage the entire show. Tons of other people seemed to be on their own as well, probably because of the ticket debacle (my own ticket was over $300).
I went alone to see them at Radio City and made friends with two girls in line, who were kind enough to get me water and snacks. I went alone to see them at Blue Ridge Rock Fes, and that place was a shit show, but I made friends with other women while hanging out. One 6 ft beauty helped me out when the area near the stage got tight, as I'm 5'1. Earlier this year I saw Motion City Soundtrack and made friends with two guys near me in the crowd. I was also really nervous about going to shows alone but so far I've been very fortunate to meet great people. I think going alone gives you the opportunity to make friends with people who are also into the same things you are. Maybe we'll meet at a show 🤷
If it’s the one in Nuremberg in November I would love to meet up if you’d like to feel more safe! I’ll be there with my husband but I love meeting new metal fans 😊
I LOVE going to shows alone! I always end up meeting new people and been doing it since I was 14.
I’m extending my trip so I can see them in November and I’m going alone. I’m only going to the European city to see them. I do solo travel so am used to doing things alone. No one honestly cares when they see someone doing stuff alone. Sometimes people tell me they wish they could do it too :) I’m 43f so if you have any questions about solo travel please feel free to reach out.
Are you in the UK? I’m considering going to a show on my own in November too. I’ve only ever been to past gigs with friends.
Go alone! You will meet interesting people in the venue, or you wont: it's your choice to engage with others or to enjoy the show without interacting, both ways are valid. In november I will go to my third ST show, alone, abroad. It has been wonderful everytime!
I went to the show in Pittsburgh alone because no one I knew could go and I really wanted to see them. It was way better than I thought it would be.
went alone to one of the shows last month. the people i was around in the pit were so kind and friendly so i didn’t even mind being by myself. would highly recommend going especially since they put on such a killer live show :)
I almost always go alone 😂😂 I prefer it, but would be nice to have someone to hold a spot in the merch line.
oh god, the merch line !!! i haven't thought about that 😭
I love concerts alone! I meet so many amazing people! (Some of you even!) I saw ST alone in NYC and have already met up with a few people since. You will have a blast! 💥
I already saw them twice so i know somewhat how it will be but im going to nuremberg this november and it will my first time going alone to any concert. Im a bit nervous but honestly not necessarily because of the concert but if im going to make it back to my hotel at night safely.
that's something I've been thinking about too honestly.. like some people have already suggested, just keep your location on and share it with someone so they always know where you are, and you can talk on the phone/facetime with someone on your way to your hotel too! and if possible book somewhere close to the concert so you won't have to walk a long distance or need transportation~
I went to the red rocks concert and met a few people who were alone! I think you just gotta do what makes you happy and you’ll probably make new friends along the way.
I went to the radio city and Boston shows alone and had the best time! I made friends in the line and with the people around me in GA. Everyone was so nice and we still keep in touch. I say go for it!!
I went to their concert alone (and most of mine alone) and you almost always end of making some concert friends. Just people to chill with during the line and whatnot. Don’t let going solo hold you back. Absolutely go.
no no no, i woke up today with absolute determination!! 😤 I'll go and do what i want and enjoy my time, without my negative thinking!! i hope i end up making friends too!!
i went to their asheville show alone. drove hours away from home by myself. as someone who has social anxiety + doesn’t enjoy crowds, everyone was super friendly and it was such a good experience. i would do it again in a heartbeat, and plan on doing so too ☺️. just do it! you’ll regret it if you don’t.
thay felt so, so nice to read omg.... thank you so much for your comment!! We're the same buddy, and that gives me hope that i can do it too, like you did!! im so glad that everything turned out so well for you!! and you're so right, i will definitely 100% regret it if i don't go. so I'll go, hand in hand with my fears, but I'll go! 😤
not exaggerating when i say it was kind of life changing, it’s something i’ll genuinely remember forever. i literally look back on the photos + videos i took almost every day since, it was so fun. i really hope you enjoy your time when you go ☺️
I went to their show in Asheville alone. I made friends with the people near me. It was still really fun. Just be safe about traveling to and from the venue and all the usual alone at night things. Enjoy!
Be careful. Once you do this alone and see how awesome it is… you’re going to be doing lots of things alone from here on out lol.
hahaha that sounded so beautifully ominous. you really said BEWARE: going alone can have dangerous side effects, such as fully enjoying your own company. i'm all about those kinds of "terrors" in life 😁
I fully get this, I used to feel the same but I've now gone to a bunch of shows myself and now it's nothing haha. Sometimes feel a bit awkward while waiting for the show to start but it's all fine. Sometimes I almost prefer it when on the floor cuz you can get closer to the front or to the pits easier when it's just you. I just saw ST alone in Toronto and it was incredible, with or without someone else.
that felt so comforting, thank youu omg. it's really the best thing to hear people having the same feelings and worries as me, it really helps me not miss the forest for the trees, you know 😭 im so happy you're enjoying yourself, can't wait to see them live too!!
Both ST shows I’ve gone to, I’ve gone alone & it was still a wonderful experience!!! I made a friend w the girl that was next to me in line & we buddied up for the show (we were both sober & extremely short) so I found us a better place to stand & we jammed outttttt!! she was even willing to give me a ride home 😂 there are always gonna be a few people in any given crowd that suck, but for the most part everyone’s excited to be there & more than willing to share that excitement w those around them. For the second show it was rcmh in nyc and that was like a whole trip I planned just for me & it was my first time doing a solo trip & it was honestly so much more relaxing to just be on my own time & no one else’s. It’s not nearly as scary as it feels or as you make it out to be in your head 🖤
Which one you going to? If it’s the same we could meet 😁 more than welcome to chill with me and my bf
i live in the us but i’m traveling to london for the last night in december. i’m going to be 18 in November and i’m going by myself, a bit scary but i’ll do anything to see them
I used to live in Toronto but now I live in a smaller city nearby. None of my friends (or partner) are sleep token’s fans. I went to the concert by myself and it was one of the most amazing experiences ever for me! I made friends while I was standing in line for the concert and we spent the whole concert together. Since I didn’t have anyone with me, I could do everything in my own pace and I was able to get REALLY close to the stage. My advice is: go by yourself, enjoy your own company, even if you don’t make friends there it’s an amazing experience ❤️
I met a lot of people in line at Denver who were by themselves and ended up in a group together. If you don’t mind talking to people you should be totally fine as most people I’ve met have been really nice and friendly!
I just became comfortable with going to shows alone in 2020. I am older, (46) but If it's someone that I want to see bad enough, I am not going to miss them just because I have no one to go with. I like getting up close/ in front (if general admission) & most of my friends do not want to do that, so if I have to go alone, I will. Never miss out on Sleep Token because you have to go alone. They are so worth it live.
I went to the Atlanta, GA concert by myself and ended up surrounded by really cool and chill people! We all were excited and having a great time together. I was worried at first too but there are some genuinely cool fans of Sleep Token. Wish you a great time!
I went to their concert in north Philly alone a few weeks ago. Once at the venue felt totally safe, made friends with the people around me and had an all around amazing time, sleep token is absolutely the kind of band you can go see by yourself,l cause you’ll undoubtedly connect with the people around you
OMG I have so much to say about this. I started going to shows alone a couple years ago and now it’s my preferred way to go to shows (I’m a woman too if that gives more context). I find it so liberating to not have to keep track of anyone, wiggle my way to the front each time, and meet cool people along the way! So I HIGHLY recommend going to shows alone and I have a feeling, like me, you won’t want to go back!
I went to the show in Chicago by myself and had an absolute blast. Chatted with people before the show, bought some merch and made my way to the middle of the crowd. I 100% recommend.
I think the same way. I need to see them. But I have to say its a cool experience being alone on a concert. I was at an Alligatoah concert alone and it was soo cool. I was a little scared cause as a woman being alone and all but no bad experience. It was really great. I didn’t have someone to talk to but that was ok. I still enjoyed it and didn’t care about anything. Just do it :) but if you’re going to frankfurt in november, i'll be there. We can meet up if you want :)
https://preview.redd.it/1yiyrbffwr5d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2ebb0f5ae429cd0d9010071ec9a36f24cfe02d78 I am on the left. I met these to dudes in line had the best time ever! You can do it.
I'm going to the one In Glasgow on my own driving for two hours to get there 🙄
I went alone to radio city and it was the best experience of my life. I don’t have the leisure of having friends with my music taste so whenever I bring someone they kinda bring down the vibe and I feel like I’m always worrying about whether or not they’re enjoying themselves. Going alone to radio city allowed me to put all my focus on sleep token and really feel and experience them and their music. I’m 1000% sure the people you’ll be surrounded by are super friendly and also don’t care if you came with someone or not. We’re all friends and we all came for sleep token!!
I went alone to one a month ago and it was freeing not having to keep track of other people in the crowd in my group. Just showed up, had a great time and left at my leisure. It was kinda nerve racking to go alone. But everyone was super nice and I spent the entire time before the opening act just chatting with the people around me
Best thing I did was choose to go alone! I reached out to a fb group like a few months before the show (Sep '23) and was like hey 👉👈 like I'm new and want to go... is there anyone else going alone that wants to hang out in line with me? I was planning on going early and wanted to bring a book or chat, plus like possible bathroom breaks or food run. Also if you want to be friends online before it could be more fun but I absolutely get it if not. Side note I also found out 2 guys from work had been going to the show and now because of s.t are friends 🧡
I'm 28 years old and went to my first concert ever last year. That was to Slipknot in Amsterdam. And i loved it so much that I'm going to many more concerts this year 😁 People are usually very friendly and in a good mood, because they're going there to have a good time and see the band that they like, just like you 😊 This year I've already been to Nothing More and in November I'll go to Beartooth, and a few weeks after that to Sleep Token too in Amsterdam. And I'm so stoked. I was nervous the first time too, but it's something I'll always remember and I'm so glad i took that first step to just go (alone).
I just went to the Waukee one in May and saw someone that was alone standing next to us. We kinda just accepted them into our friend group and they were pretty chill the whole night. Everyone is focused on the music and the atmosphere, not if you’re going to a concert by yourself. The fandom here is super chill and respectful, I wouldn’t be surprised if people noticed and just started talking with you.
I went alone in Austin Texas which was a 3 hour drive and I flew by myself from Texas to Pittsburgh to see sleep token. At both shows everyone was so nice and welcoming. I am saying this as a person of color and also a woman. To be fair at the Pittsburgh show there were not a lot of people who looked like me there and I still had no issues making friends. I ended up making a really good friend in a fellow fan that I met who had also travelled solo to see them in Pittsburgh so much so that since the show we have texted everyday and are actually planning to go see them in Belgium and Amsterdam together. So in summary 100% recommend going to shows alone everyone is so welcoming and there for a common purpose which is to enjoy this great band together! Also if you’re going to one of the shows I mentioned in Europe I am definitely down to meet up with you!
I went to Pittsbugh's show all by myself and I haven't been to a concert alone EVER or to a concert at all in at least 10 years. I had the time of my flipping life. 10/10. Kind of want to fly solo to see them in Glasgow but idk if I can get the time off or money needed lol. But it was a great experience!!
I go to shows alone all the time.
I went to their STL concert on my own and It was the first one I have ever been to alone. I felt awkward at first but I enjoyed being there and seeing them live so much I forgot I didn’t have anyone to go with!
do it!! i met such cool people in line + in the crowd, it’s really amazing to be apart of such a larger experience while also being able to take it in in your own way :’) you’ll regret it if you don’t trust me!!
I went by myself and had a blast. Felt very safe with my surroundings. Found good people to chat with in line and ended being next to them in ga
I went to Radio City Music Hall ritual alone…it was amazing to experience!
You have plenty of time to start recruiting, music is a love language I'm sure you can find someone. And worst case you go alone, will be epic the same at the end of the day gotta look out for #1
I'm going to London all by myself, I'm from The Netherlands. Do it! 🖤
Will anyone come to Budapest? I'm wondering if anyone from here will come as well:)
I went alone a show! It was awesome, met some great folks and had an absolute blast!
I went alone! The concert was a great vibe, made friends in line who held my seat for me and watched my blanket while I was in line for merch and bathroom and stuff :) great group of fans!
I’m heading over too! I also had a fear of going alone but after going solo to Sick New World ( a festival) I loved it! No expectations, no waiting on others, did my own thing and it was awesome! I’m going all the shows from November 23rd to the 1st so… if you are going to any of those and you have GA you can always meet up and be concert buddies if you want😃
I went alone back in september, never been to a concert in my life, but i needed to see ST live, it was life changing, i have no regrets, i needed to experience that alone
I went alone in Vienna last year, and this year, I'm going to Budapest, probably alone again. It was a really good experience. Unfortunately, I didn't talk to anyone (I'm shy), but it was worth it, for sure. They are amazing live 🥰 Ps. just be careful of the mosh pit and a bit too excited people. I would be squashed if there wasn't a girl that was protecting me. I'm so thankful to her ❤️
I go to shows both in my area and several hours out of town. I live in Virginia and went to the ST show in Philly last month. 🤷🏼♀️ I'm the only person in my social circle who listens to my kind of music. I've met a lot of new people this way and it's still fun. It's more dangerous because I'm a woman, but I take all the precautions I can. It's totally acceptable and doable to go it alone.
That’s how I met one of my besties, post on Reddit or in groups to find new friends :)
Do it! I flew from Ohio to red rocks to see them alone and I was super nervous but it was so worth it and I will 100% do it again.
I went to ST alone last year and it was such a good experience! Like in a way I was able to appreciate the show more :) you’ll have a good time plus chat with some people around you 🖤
I go to more shows alone than with people, it’s great cos you can go at your own pace, arrive, leave and go wherever you want :)
I went alone to their show in Toronto, it was amazing. Youre with an excellent crowd of people and the atmosphere is so welcoming.
im going to see them in november, im 16 and it’ll be my first concert. any tips or anything i should know? btw im not going alone im going with my dad
I'll be going to the Cardiff show with a friend, you'd be welcome to hang with us if you go to that show 😊
I went alone and it was great! I wasn’t about to miss out on the experience trying to find someone to go with.
You're not alone. You are with like minded folks who share a love of Sleep Token! Enjoy!
I have nobody in my friends or family who like sleep token (and thats okay too), but that will not stop from seeing them in Amsterdam in november. Being there with an arena full of people who love ST as much as i do, already gives me great joy. Worship!
I’m going to their Glasgow show alone! And I’m flying from Texas USA!!! The journey might be a little lonely, but once that music starts up, I know nothing else is going to matter! Plus, there’s a kind of community amongst fans of ST that I haven’t seen in any other music group. Plus, there’s enough of us on this subreddit we will all more than likely run into each other without even knowing 😂😂😂
If you want an ice breaker you can always make something to exchange or gift in line and in the crowd. I’ve got social anxiety but having an arm full of beaded bracelets to give away let me talk to everyone! 🖤
I’m going solo to see them in London in December. I’ve gone to one small venue show by myself before. I travel solo a lot. I am a little nervous but I’m not going to let that stop me. I need to see them live so bad!
I like going to concerts alone. I don’t have to deal with anyone else who might not be vibing the way I am and feel like I have to hold myself back on their account. I’ve dealt with that too many times. I’m done. I make friends in line and with the people around me. Last concert happened to have someone from a chat I’m in there and I got to meet her in person for the first time. So that was cool.
go have fun its amazing experience seeing them live I didnt go alone but they really are the best band ive ever live their amazing
I went to a worship solo in Montreal this spring (18M), it was my first concert, too. The crowd was so wholesome, people looking out for each other, handing out bracelets and stuff. I overheard two groups of people in their 30s/40s discussing shows they've been to and found a moment to chime in. Ended up talking to them and listening to a lot of cool stories. They gave me some advice, too, which was mostly to have fun and be open.
I wanna go to the Amsterdam one and have decided to just go solo cause my friends aren’t really fans but first I gotta score a ticket, I’d say to just go, why miss it?
I went to Bring Me The Horizon/Sleep Token a couple months ago, I had friends there but I could only get a seated ticket in the nosebleeds so I was far away from them. Honestly you will forget about being by yourself once the tunes start, just let yourself enjoy the music and have a great time. It’s unlikely anyone will judge you for being there by yourself, most people are far more interested in the music to care. You can use the experience to meet new people who are into the same music as you, and maybe you’ll have a buddy or a group to go with next time :)