Live music and crowds that know how to have a good time are always fun to see, or better yet, join. Although you might not be able to hear anything or speak afterwards, the experience is unmatched. I’ve had the pleasure of going to two concerts and they were some of the best nights of my life. Everyone around you also knows the songs, even if they sing the lyrics wrong, and are usually super nice.
Based off what I’ve seen, many people dress up and bring posters to try and get the singers to notice them. For example, when I went to the Jonas Brothers concert, people dressed up in outfits inspired by their roles on their Disney Channel show. One group wore their Disney Games uniforms while multiple others dressed up as these singers from their teenage years. It was always fun to see the different types of fans as I looked around.
When it came to signs, people in the front were bold enough to tattoo whatever the artist drew on their poster. At the concert I went to, a couple proposed, and the Jonas Brothers made an announcement to everyone about it. They even played a specific song for the pair. The night was special for not only the couple, but everyone else in their own way. However, my favorite concert of the two I attended has to be the Jingle Ball. There were performances by multiple artists such as Benson Boone, Madison Beer, and Jack Harlow. No matter who was singing, I was excited with each performance. My emotions were all positive and I did not feel the need to worry about what I would do the next day. Considering it was a school night; I was surprised to be so relieved. Being curious, I decided to research the scientific reasons behind it.
Studies show that attending a concert can have multiple benefits on a person’s life. This expands beyond just feeling excited or happy. The University of Denver has conducted experiments on this topic and found out that, in short, live music can grow your brain. Scientifically, live music aids in promoting the process of Neurogenesis. This exercise creates new neurons in the brain. And, the more neurons you have, the quicker and better your brain will function. If that was not enough, the university also found that loud music activates neural pathways in the brain. Thus, releasing increased levels of endorphins. Not only does this hormone relieve stress, but it also improves a person’s well-being. Lastly, and arguably the most shocking piece of information, was found by the O2 (the world’s most popular entertainment and music venue). They have proved that attending one concert every two weeks can add ten or more years to your life. Although going to 26 concerts a year seems nearly impossible, it is still shocking to think that simply listening to live music can add decades onto one’s life expectancy, especially considering the average person goes to three concerts a year. Nonetheless, it is guaranteed and factually supported that each concert holds its own benefits. Whether it be by decreasing stress, releasing increased amounts of dopamine, producing new neurons, or all the above.
So, the next time you have an opportunity to go to a concert, take it! Not only will it improve mental health, but you will also have fun memories to look back on in the future.
Resources: red.msudenver.edu, Variety.com, news.virginmediao2.co.uk
