Yesterday was, without a doubt, the worst concert experience of my life.
The show itself wasn't the problem. Everything around it was.
The organization was an absolute disaster from start to finish. I arrived at 7:00 AM, yet people who showed up at 2 or 3 PM somehow managed to end up in front of me when it was time to enter the stadium. They got better spots simply because the queue management was a complete mess. After waiting all day, that was incredibly frustrating.
We were also packed so tightly that I even sprained my thumb just trying to sit down for a moment. Water distribution was chaotic despite people waiting for hours.
Once the concert started, being front row became terrifying. Every time Abel came to our side, the crowd surged forward. I was crushed against the barricade over and over again. The girl next to me was in the same situation. She even spoke to stadium security, but nothing changed. For several moments, I genuinely feared being seriously hurt.
As for me... yes, Abel ignored me again. And honestly, I can understand why. I'm probably that overly enthusiastic fan who's always around, and I sometimes worry I come across as annoying, or even intimidating. Not only with him, but with his team too. The truth is, I admire them just as much, because without them, these shows simply wouldn't be what they are.
I think my enthusiasm probably scares people sometimes. But I've never wanted anything from anyone. I've never asked for anything, expected anything, or tried to get something in return. I just genuinely admire the work, the art, and every single person who makes it possible. Nothing more.
If I'm perceived differently, it hurts, but it is what it is.
Despite everything, there are three memories I'll keep forever.
🖤 Spending hours in the queue with my friend @louisehauch . She made the wait so much better.
🖤 Watching Louise have the most beautiful interactions with Abel. She has followed him for so many years and been to so many shows. Seeing her finally get those unforgettable moments made me genuinely happier than anything that happened to me. She deserved every second of it.
🖤 The tribute to Kavinsky. Abel's words & when Odd Look started, I completely broke down. It was powerful, emotional, and beautifully done. I cried my heart out. Deep down, I know I needed to be there for that moment. I'll never forget it.
So yes, this was my worst concert experience.
But thanks to Louise... and thanks to that unforgettable tribute to Kavinsky... I'll still leave with memories that mean the world to me.
And one last thing: Abel was perfect, as always. The concert itself was incredible. None of what happened is on him. 🖤
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