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5 or 6 should be ok but it depends on where in the venue. Maybe not in the pit...
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5 or 6 is too young. I saw a kid that age on his dad's shoulders at Camden a few years ago and the kid had his hands on his ears the entire time. It's way too loud for a kid that age and at 5 or 6, he's probably not going to appreciate the music anyway......and if you're sitting by me, he may catch a contact buzz....and we don't want that.
5 or 6 is too young. I saw a kid that age on his dad's shoulders at Camden a few years ago and the kid had his hands on his ears the entire time. It's way too loud for a kid that age and at 5 or 6, he's probably not going to appreciate the music anyway......and if you're sitting by me, he may catch a contact buzz....and we don't want that.
That may be because the dad was a tool and didn't give him earplugs. My dad gave me some for my first few concerts when I was really young.
5 or 6 is way too young. maybe double that and he would be ok. 5 or 6 is way to young. and yes i have young kids. one is five and one is seven. i would not take either of them to a show.
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My parents took me to my first concert when I was 6 or 7. That was Beach Boys at Six Flags Astroworld.
For the first show, I assume you are thinking Bonaroo Festival?
In all honesty, it really is your call. It depends on what you as a parent consider appropriate for your kids at that age. At concerts, people will be smoking weed, Eddie will be cussing (probably) and like others have said sometimes kids attention spans can be short and they may not fully appreciate the show. If you do take your kids though, make sure to bring earplugs. I always wear earplugs at shows cause I have already damaged my ears with a high frequency hearing loss (I can't hear really high pitched sounds) I've only noticed it like twice at some shows. The decision is really up to you though as far as what age to take them cause only you as a parent know what the kid or kids can handle and what they should be exposed to.
Also for GA shows like Bonaroo, I'd stay out of the front especially with a kid. I don't go anywhere near the front of GA shows just because of all the craziness. I remember just thinking my back is going to break the pressure was so intense, and then trying to watch the show and have to dodge crowd surfers trying to get out of the pit (this was not a pj show, but the same stuff goes down at all GA shows for bands of this nature). So I'd just stay further back if you bring the kid(s).
5 or 6 is way too young. maybe double that and he would be ok. 5 or 6 is way to young. and yes i have young kids. one is five and one is seven. i would not take either of them to a show.
agreed. between people smoking pot all around you and Eddie saying 'fuck' every five seconds, it's not a place for young children.
My parents took me to my first concert when I was 8 years old. A) I didn't get a contact high, I already knew most cuss words but nevertheless I don't remember hearing any at the show, C) it wasn't too loud for my ears to take, and D) I absolutely loved it. The end.
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My parents took me to my first concert when I was 6 or 7. That was Beach Boys at Six Flags Astroworld.
For the first show, I assume you are thinking Bonaroo Festival?
No no no not Bonaroo. i wish I could go myself but thats another thread.
He is 3 months old and was wondering how long before he gets his chance. Shit my 1st was Menudo :0.
I see it as - when I was 6 and my dad took me to see Led Zep and I got to see them in concert (that would have been cool) and now there is no chance. So for him it would be moe of an experience.
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One time at a Marilyn Manson show I saw a 6 or 7 year old and he looked like he was having a great time. It all depends on the kid I think. Maybe test it out with a bootleg cd or dvd played real loud and see if they stay interested in it for the whole time.
My parents took me to my first concert when I was 8 years old. A) I didn't get a contact high, I already knew most cuss words but nevertheless I don't remember hearing any at the show, C) it wasn't too loud for my ears to take, and D) I absolutely loved it. The end.
well a New Kids on the Block concert is a lot different than a Pearl Jam concert.
I thought about taking my 4 year old to see Petty this summer...is that a bad idea? Too young?
I saw some people with their kids at Petty last year. That one should be ok cause there is no moshing or anything like that just alot of drinking and pot smoking going on, at least at our show there was. As I said in an earlier thread, it's really your call on what you feel is appropriate for your kid to be around. Tom doesn't usually cuss, but then again, every kids attention span is different and the kid may be to young to fully appreciate the show. It is possible the kid may want to go home before the show is over too, but if you do decide to bring the kid(s) bring earplugs. Actually I recommend all of us regular concert attendees wear them, I always do.
It totally depends on the venue and on what kind of person you are. You have to be open minded enough to realize that people are going to be drinking, cussing and smoking and your child will see/hear it. You also have to realize that they are going to see this behaviour in the really world so why try to shield them from it........ I took my daughter when she was a toddler to all kinds of concerts (mainly Dave Matthews Band and small festivals). They were always venues where there was a lawn, so we could spread out, she could have toys and take a nap if needed.
I would never have taken her to an indoor venue where we had to either stand in one spot or sit in a seat, or where the music was too loud. You also have to be prepared to miss part of the show for your child's needs. And of course be prepared to carry that sleeping child when the show is done :P I have been taking her to Bonnarroo for the past fews years since she was 14 so she totally knows how to handle the whole scene and the people and always has a blast.
I took my son to Hamilton '05 when he was 10. Industrial strength ear protection and all. Believe it or not he slept through some of it but was there with the fist pump during ritfw. Overall it was a great experience say for the drunken nimrod who lit up a joint next to us. Fortunately my son didn't clue into this.
Bottom line, it depends on your kid.
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13 or 14. imo, 5 or 6 is far too young, and it would be irresponsible of any parent/guardian to take them.
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Mine went with me to Pearl Jam when she was 8, and it was State College. She loved it, and I've been taking her with me to shows ever since. She went with me to Lolla last year. Just be sure you bring earplugs, make sure they get food and rest so they can handle everything well. (She is now 13) I don't worry about her seeing weed and alcohol and stuff - it is a good education of what not to do, and how silly people look and act when they are drunk. She has said one of her memories of State College is some people in the next section barking like dogs hehe.
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Actually at this point I should add that this child (13 1/2) is now asking me to take her to shows she is picking. Like The Bamboozle, and last year we went to Warped for both of us, and we'll probably hit Warped again for at least one show. She has also learned (herself) the ways and means of working her way up to the front, and what shows she doesn't want to be front for (she worked her way back after 5 minutes on the rail for Chiodos, though she likes them). Cell phones are handy too.
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13 or 14. imo, 5 or 6 is far too young, and it would be irresponsible of any parent/guardian to take them.
That's a pretty close minded opinion you have there....... If you have a passion for music why not share that with your children? I did and now my daughter is also passionate about music and loves lives shows. There are plenty of very responsible parents who take their young children to see live music.
I took my son (seven) for the acoustic Ben Harper show at RAdio City Music Hall last September. He slept through the whole thing save for the first song. All in all, a good experience since a babysitter would have cost me more than his ticket and he really wanted to come.
Then in December my husband had to bail out of the Neil Young show at the last minute and I took my son instead. Not so good idea. He slept through the acoustic set, but during the hard one was disturbed by the volume of the music (we had taken normal earplugs, but they kept falling off. Since it was a last minute thing I had not equipped myself with the huge airplane ones), so when he wanted to go home I just had to. I don't think I'll take him to PJ for a few years, cause it was hard enough to walk out of NY
... and the will to show I will always be better than before.
I took my son (seven) for the acoustic Ben Harper show at RAdio City Music Hall last September. He slept through the whole thing save for the first song. All in all, a good experience since a babysitter would have cost me more than his ticket and he really wanted to come.
Then in December my husband had to bail out of the Neil Young show at the last minute and I took my son instead. Not so good idea. He slept through the acoustic set, but during the hard one was disturbed by the volume of the music (we had taken normal earplugs, but they kept falling off. Since it was a last minute thing I had not equipped myself with the huge airplane ones), so when he wanted to go home I just had to. I don't think I'll take him to PJ for a few years, cause it was hard enough to walk out of NY
Sums up a great parent. Made attempts on short notice to plan for your child, but in the end, you were unselfish enough to put your childs well being in front of your own wants and needs. Doesnt happen nearly enough these days.
Your son is lucky. Remind him of that often.
Sums up a great parent. Made attempts on short notice to plan for your child, but in the end, you were unselfish enough to put your childs well being in front of your own wants and needs. Doesnt happen nearly enough these days.
Your son is lucky. Remind him of that often.
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Sometimes it's hard to see your kid's true interest when you love something as much as we love music. Often the way in which we put our own interest first is by assuming that what we want or like, what is right for us is right for them. The Neil Young theater was in a historic theater in New York, with seats assigned so I knew I didn't have to worry about any of the GA show stuff, and I knew smoking would not be allowed so at least I could count on it not being widespread. RITFW has been his favorite song for as long as I can remember so when the ticket became available the temptation was too great. I thought how much longer is NY going to tour? This could be his last chance at seeing this legend.
But they are kids, people. If they are used to go to sleep early (a great habit at this age), they won't make it through the show anyway. Surely they'll survive the disappointment of not having seen Young, or Springsteen, or Zeppelin live. I do hope PJ will still be touring when he's old enough to see them. In the meantime, we'll enjoy the DVDs, and give Ed timeouts (turn the tv off for a few minutes) when he goes on his "fuck" rampages
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That's a pretty close minded opinion you have there....... If you have a passion for music why not share that with your children? I did and now my daughter is also passionate about music and loves lives shows. There are plenty of very responsible parents who take their young children to see live music.
Yeah having responsible parents doesn't mean that people surrounding you are going to be responsible. There is a lot of swearing at a concert, there is marajuana smoke going around, some women even flash, not to mention people jump around etc poses a physical threat to a 5 or 6 year old....
Think about it as a movie, I would classify every Pearl Jam concert I have been to as MA15+ (that means you have to be over 15 in Australia) reason being Strong course language, Drug use, sexual references... And you would take your 5 or 6 year old into that?
It might be close minded but there is no way in the world that I would expose my 5 or 6 year old to women flashing their breasts (sure might not happen at every concert)
Taking your daughter is you perogative, as would not taking my child be mine.
I'm not saying that I would be a NAZI father, I would just be looking out for the best interests of my kid and taking them to a concert with what I listed above is not in their interest.
A wiggles concert on the other hand would be different.
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I think 6 would be the youngest. Depends if it's ga or reserved seating.
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That may be because the dad was a tool and didn't give him earplugs. My dad gave me some for my first few concerts when I was really young.
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For the first show, I assume you are thinking Bonaroo Festival?
In all honesty, it really is your call. It depends on what you as a parent consider appropriate for your kids at that age. At concerts, people will be smoking weed, Eddie will be cussing (probably) and like others have said sometimes kids attention spans can be short and they may not fully appreciate the show. If you do take your kids though, make sure to bring earplugs. I always wear earplugs at shows cause I have already damaged my ears with a high frequency hearing loss (I can't hear really high pitched sounds) I've only noticed it like twice at some shows. The decision is really up to you though as far as what age to take them cause only you as a parent know what the kid or kids can handle and what they should be exposed to.
Also for GA shows like Bonaroo, I'd stay out of the front especially with a kid. I don't go anywhere near the front of GA shows just because of all the craziness. I remember just thinking my back is going to break the pressure was so intense, and then trying to watch the show and have to dodge crowd surfers trying to get out of the pit (this was not a pj show, but the same stuff goes down at all GA shows for bands of this nature). So I'd just stay further back if you bring the kid(s).
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agreed. between people smoking pot all around you and Eddie saying 'fuck' every five seconds, it's not a place for young children.
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No no no not Bonaroo. i wish I could go myself but thats another thread.
He is 3 months old and was wondering how long before he gets his chance. Shit my 1st was Menudo :0.
I see it as - when I was 6 and my dad took me to see Led Zep and I got to see them in concert (that would have been cool) and now there is no chance. So for him it would be moe of an experience.
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well a New Kids on the Block concert is a lot different than a Pearl Jam concert.
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lmao...ouch!
god, i cant wait to go see them....(i missed out the first time)
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I would never have taken her to an indoor venue where we had to either stand in one spot or sit in a seat, or where the music was too loud. You also have to be prepared to miss part of the show for your child's needs. And of course be prepared to carry that sleeping child when the show is done :P I have been taking her to Bonnarroo for the past fews years since she was 14 so she totally knows how to handle the whole scene and the people and always has a blast.
I took my son to Hamilton '05 when he was 10. Industrial strength ear protection and all. Believe it or not he slept through some of it but was there with the fist pump during ritfw. Overall it was a great experience say for the drunken nimrod who lit up a joint next to us. Fortunately my son didn't clue into this.
Bottom line, it depends on your kid.
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Actually at this point I should add that this child (13 1/2) is now asking me to take her to shows she is picking. Like The Bamboozle, and last year we went to Warped for both of us, and we'll probably hit Warped again for at least one show. She has also learned (herself) the ways and means of working her way up to the front, and what shows she doesn't want to be front for (she worked her way back after 5 minutes on the rail for Chiodos, though she likes them). Cell phones are handy too.
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That's a pretty close minded opinion you have there....... If you have a passion for music why not share that with your children? I did and now my daughter is also passionate about music and loves lives shows. There are plenty of very responsible parents who take their young children to see live music.
I took my son (seven) for the acoustic Ben Harper show at RAdio City Music Hall last September. He slept through the whole thing save for the first song. All in all, a good experience since a babysitter would have cost me more than his ticket and he really wanted to come.
Then in December my husband had to bail out of the Neil Young show at the last minute and I took my son instead. Not so good idea. He slept through the acoustic set, but during the hard one was disturbed by the volume of the music (we had taken normal earplugs, but they kept falling off. Since it was a last minute thing I had not equipped myself with the huge airplane ones), so when he wanted to go home I just had to. I don't think I'll take him to PJ for a few years, cause it was hard enough to walk out of NY
Sums up a great parent. Made attempts on short notice to plan for your child, but in the end, you were unselfish enough to put your childs well being in front of your own wants and needs. Doesnt happen nearly enough these days.
Your son is lucky. Remind him of that often.
Why thanks
Sometimes it's hard to see your kid's true interest when you love something as much as we love music. Often the way in which we put our own interest first is by assuming that what we want or like, what is right for us is right for them. The Neil Young theater was in a historic theater in New York, with seats assigned so I knew I didn't have to worry about any of the GA show stuff, and I knew smoking would not be allowed so at least I could count on it not being widespread. RITFW has been his favorite song for as long as I can remember so when the ticket became available the temptation was too great. I thought how much longer is NY going to tour? This could be his last chance at seeing this legend.
But they are kids, people. If they are used to go to sleep early (a great habit at this age), they won't make it through the show anyway. Surely they'll survive the disappointment of not having seen Young, or Springsteen, or Zeppelin live. I do hope PJ will still be touring when he's old enough to see them. In the meantime, we'll enjoy the DVDs, and give Ed timeouts (turn the tv off for a few minutes) when he goes on his "fuck" rampages
Yeah having responsible parents doesn't mean that people surrounding you are going to be responsible. There is a lot of swearing at a concert, there is marajuana smoke going around, some women even flash, not to mention people jump around etc poses a physical threat to a 5 or 6 year old....
Think about it as a movie, I would classify every Pearl Jam concert I have been to as MA15+ (that means you have to be over 15 in Australia) reason being Strong course language, Drug use, sexual references... And you would take your 5 or 6 year old into that?
It might be close minded but there is no way in the world that I would expose my 5 or 6 year old to women flashing their breasts (sure might not happen at every concert)
Taking your daughter is you perogative, as would not taking my child be mine.
I'm not saying that I would be a NAZI father, I would just be looking out for the best interests of my kid and taking them to a concert with what I listed above is not in their interest.
A wiggles concert on the other hand would be different.
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