If you want to meet your favorite musical group or members of a band you really like, here is a simple solution for you.
Steps
Step 1. For concerts in large arenas or theaters, go to the most luxurious hotel in town several hours before the show
Wait outside, because if you go in, they might send you away. Avoid doing this if the artists are on an international tour, as they are likely tired and busy, and the chances of seeing them are slim. For international tours, try directly at the concert venue.
Step 2. After the concert, wait near their bus
Security will likely send you away, as the area may be restricted, depending on where the concert is taking place. Also, security may tell you that the group can't or doesn't want to see you. Do not give up!
Step 3. If you see that the bus is leaving, follow it (but not too closely)
Probably, he will go to the hotel or be on his way to the next destination. If he goes to the hotel, you might try to meet the group. If you can't make it, go the next morning (before checkout time) to see if the group leaves in the morning.
Step 4. Get to the concert venue well in advance
In fact, the band will arrive soon to do the last rehearsals.
Step 5. Ask for an autograph or photo in a clear and calm way
They may tell you no, and don't insist if that's the case. Ask for one thing. If you have a lot of items to get signed, they may think you want to resell these memorabilia, so they may refuse.
Step 6. Have some common sense
Emerging bands and "decadent" stars may be more willing to sign autographs. Long-term stars like the Rolling Stones and Paul McCartney, who have been mobbed by crowds for more than 40 years, may refuse to sign autographs.
Step 7. Many groups have different hours
Check where they perform the night before and the next. If the following date is in 2 days, maybe they will sleep in your city. If, on the other hand, the next stop is the next day, perhaps they will leave immediately for the next destination.
Step 8. If the city where they played before yours is very far away, try going to the airport
Many bands take commercial flights to get around. Do not act suspiciously, as airport security may send you away or interrogate you, which would lead to several problems. Do some research. Many singers arrive early in the morning to avoid the crowds.
Step 9. Join the street team or fan club, but only if you are a true fan
Many fan clubs or street teams are lucky enough to attend a secret meet and greet, reserved for 14-15 fans, before or after a concert. This is a unique opportunity to talk to the band for longer.
Advice
- Be ready - bring everything you need with you, including an extra marker / pen for safety. And do your research before the gig.
- Be calm and confident; don't get too excited, or the singers will think you're a little nutty.
- Compliment the band, and if you can, hint at their work and projects, especially if they collaborate with other bands. This way, they will understand that you are a real fan.
- If you want an autograph, keep a pen and paper handy, otherwise you'll waste the band's time.
- Be organized and precise. If other people want to meet singers (and marry them!), Wait your turn. Don't push or skip the line. Do not cry, and avoid hyperventilating. Band members are people just like you, and they too get scared in front of creepy people, but are happy to get to know kind fans.
- Try to make contacts to get to know the group.
- Remember, they are people too. Behave respectfully and be polite. Also, don't get in trouble and don't be pushy.
Warnings
- Ask for permission before touching a singer, especially if you want to hug him. If not, the group may leave immediately and the crowd will get mad at you.
- Make sure the group doesn't have many security members around. Don't go backstage, unless you have a VIP pass, otherwise you could be arrested.
- Save the voice. Don't yell too much at the concert, because if you're lucky enough to meet them, you need to have enough voice to be able to talk to them.
