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I am a funky jam-band gettin' my groove on kinda girl. My husband is a hipster doofus (in a good way) So far every band he wants to see I'm kinda ho-hum on and... well... he doesn't dance... AT ALL! It's gonna be tricky for us both to see what we want to see. It's the classic hippie vs hipster dilemma.
Can 2 people with totally different tastes in music find a way to make it all work, without sacrificing too much?
Post by trippindaisy on May 8, 2007 13:04:32 GMT -5
My fiance and I took my 14 year old last year. My daughter and I have similar tastes while he has slightly different tastes. For instance he had no desire to see Beck but we were not missing it, so we went off to Beck and he saw Cypress Hill. This happened a few times, so we would just text him when we were done and meet up afterwards. The stages are not that far apart and as long as you have text messaging you are good to go
I recommend going your seperate ways once inside centeroo for a couple of hours in the late afternoon, there can be such great finds to be had that may be missed if one person is worried that the other person is enjoying themselves or not. Toss the schedule aside and just follow your ears!
Maybe I'll throw myself to the dogs, but my back's not to the wall Maybe I'll lay some bricks for the man, but the days just aren't that long So if I settle back and chill will I see far enough to feel the angel's dream? I thought it was the Story of the World!
Post by jambandfan83 on May 8, 2007 13:12:48 GMT -5
alyroo said:
I did that last year, and for some unknown reason he thinks he missed out on something
;D seriously though, just agree to disagree and have some alone time. the best hangout times is at the campsite anyways. just make sure you highlight your own individual schedule and have him do the same. then compare. if there's any matches then those will be the shows you see together for sure. then compromise if need be. and always have a meeting time and place that coordinates with both of ya'lls individual schedules. it's an idea...
I am a funky jam-band gettin' my groove on kinda girl. My husband is a hipster doofus (in a good way) So far every band he wants to see I'm kinda ho-hum on and... well... he doesn't dance... AT ALL! It's gonna be tricky for us both to see what we want to see. It's the classic hippie vs hipster dilemma.
Can 2 people with totally different tastes in music find a way to make it all work, without sacrificing too much?
i think my wife may present some problems as well. she goes to a lot of concerts with me, some that she really doesn't even care for and she has been a good sport and never ruined anything by throwing fits. but she has already said she may get irritated at bonnaroo. because she is not going to be happy with the no shower, being outside in the heat all day, camping, the whole deal. last time i only went back to my camp site when the night was over. i barely even remember eating much and i don't believe i sat on a toilet all weekend haha. so she may want to go take a break sometimes. should i just let her go?
Post by sparklybecca on May 8, 2007 14:01:14 GMT -5
Well......... if you dont mind being apart a few hours of the day, is it possible to split up and see who you want to see and them meet up later? I know if my sig-other was dying to see a band and i was dying to see another - I would just meet up with his cutie-butt later ;D
Well......... if you dont mind being apart a few hours of the day, is it possible to split up and see who you want to see and them meet up later? I know if my sig-other was dying to see a band and i was dying to see another - I would just meet up with his cutie-butt later ;D
i think the only one my wife likes that i can't stand is regina spektor. i think she likes or at least will tolerate everyone i want to see. she isn't big on the police, but i believe she will change her mind on that one.
Maybe I'll throw myself to the dogs, but my back's not to the wall Maybe I'll lay some bricks for the man, but the days just aren't that long So if I settle back and chill will I see far enough to feel the angel's dream? I thought it was the Story of the World!
alyroo
Bonnafunky Dirtyroo Princess of Blinkytown and moonpie expert
It's gonna be tricky for us both to see what we want to see. It's the classic hippie vs hipster dilemma
no, its the classic 'what the wife wants to do VS what the husband wants to do' dilemma
and that dilemma is always solved (assuming he enjoys living in relative peace and harmony) with 2 words: "yes, dear"
;D
Oh, he's already learned that life lesson ;D he's a good boy.
It looks like going our seperate ways is the only solution.
So, you guys do me a favor, if you see a Jerry Garcia lookin' dude in glasses, a white bucket hat, and black chucks that looks kinda lost and lonely, say hi to him... he's mine
We both "accept" the other's music, we agree on a lot, like Wilco, but let's say, for example, if STS9 were over there<---- and the Shins were over there ----> .... we'd be at odds.
(before anyone gets picky, I know that these two bands will not be playing at the same time, it's just an example)
Post by sparklybecca on May 8, 2007 14:53:37 GMT -5
alyroo said:
We both "accept" the other's music, we agree on a lot, like Wilco, but let's say, for example, if STS9 were over there<---- and the Shins were over there ----> .... we'd be at odds.
(before anyone gets picky, I know that these two bands will not be playing at the same time, it's just an example)
Id be at odds with myself on that one! I love both the shins and STS9!!!
Post by oysterheadhead on May 8, 2007 23:14:50 GMT -5
i completely understand this whole concept of musical worlds at odds. last year, when i wanted to go to Bonnaroo, i was SURE that my wife wouldn't want to go. she mostly likes country and doesn't like concerts as much as i do. but to my amazement she was into it. so we went and had a great time. the only time we split up was when i went to OYSTERHEAD and she went to Ricky Skaggs.
this year she is very excited to see Dierks Bentley as well as the Police. our musical worlds usually clash most of the time but not while at Bonnaroo.(for the most part.... there was only one real fight) i think she came away with a better appreciation for Blues Traveler and Elvis Costello. this year maybe i can get her to love the White Stripes! (but not TOOL. that ain't happenin')
Post by oysterheadhead on May 12, 2007 0:36:51 GMT -5
roolacksreality said:
Has your wife listened to Tool? Everyone I know thinks they are a death metal band.
thats funny. anyone who thinks they are "death metal" are sooo clueless. i know TOOL fairly well because i've already seen them twice. and NO, my wife WILL NOT listen to them or any other "metal" band. and thats OK with me.... because i won't be listening to any country radio any time soon either (unless i'm riding in her car)
There is so much going on, both thirsts will be satisfied. You will be splitting up a few times, but as long as u have meet up spots or cell phones, it's straight. I always wander off from my peeps cause I don't miss anything I want to see at Bonnaroo. That is why I have not brought a girlfriend to Roo ever! No one will tell me how to spend a second of my very valuable Bonnaroo time. But Marriage is compromise and good luck to ya.
P.S. Make the Man Dance! Bonnaroo is a dancers paradise.
