***The Official McCready Stare Support Group***

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  • JB128716
    JB128716 Posts: 2,064
    Welcome Ashlee,

    You were wise not try and take a picture of the stare full on. I've seen people's phones literally catch on fire from trying such foolishness.

    I think if more 10C members were brave enough to share their stories that others would benefit from it as I had no idea of the power of the McCready stare.
    92 - Orlando
    03 - Tampa
    08 - Tampa
    12 - DeLuna Fest, EV Orlando 1 & 2, EV Ft Lauderdale 1 & 2
    13 - Wrigley!!! ,Brooklyn 1 & 2, Hartford, OKC, Seattle
    14 - Leeds, Milton Keynes, St Louis
    16 - Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Wrigley 1 & 2
  • afroannnie
    afroannnie Posts: 12,995
    JB128716 wrote:
    Welcome Ashlee,

    You were wise not try and take a picture of the stare full on. I've seen people's phones literally catch on fire from trying such foolishness.

    I think if more 10C members were brave enough to share their stories that others would benefit from it as I had no idea of the power of the McCready stare.

    Thank you. :D

    I agree...although I noticed the stare when I saw Pearl Jam previously, the experience is totally different when it actually happens to you and you are close enough to feel the heat of the stare. It's best for people to be prepared if the situation arises for them...and since there's the 10C lottery that could land anyone in the first two rows...it could happen to anyone...
    Show #13 was a lucky one for me....
  • Kimmiebyrom
    Kimmiebyrom Posts: 1,832
    Elmo wrote:
    Kimmiebyrom wrote:
    If Mike gave me the stare is melt like butter on a hot waffle.
    His power is just too much. But I'd likely survive.

    Haha, me too Kimmie! Me too . . . I wouldn't know WHAT to do with myself if I copped one of those. I'd BLUSH. That's for sure.

    Amen to that! Blush and then explode!! :lol:
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  • jumbojet
    jumbojet Posts: 1,484
    Hahahah. This thread is getting more awesome.
    :D:lol: 8-)
    What's your part, who you are?

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  • morello
    morello Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 6,217
    Hi Ashlee. Welcome. You've come to a safe place. I can only imagine actually receiving the McCready stare at this point in my life but you're with friends here who can help you. Whenever you need us in your recovery, we'll be here. 8-)
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    EV - Canberra, Newcastle & Sydney 1&2 2011
  • AbbyKay
    AbbyKay Posts: 1
    I got it during at the Flight to Mars show a couple of weeks ago. He sang "To Hot to Handle" right at me! Needless to say I thought I was going to burst into flames!

    I also got to rub his head when he came down to rail...his hair is very soft :oops:
  • morello
    morello Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 6,217
    ^^ What a fabulous 1st post AbbyKay. :D Welcome & lucky you!! :)
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    EV - Canberra, Newcastle & Sydney 1&2 2011
  • Big Bank Hank
    Big Bank Hank Seattle, WA Posts: 8,639
    this is the personification of what you are talking about, freaking epic stare

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yc6tPdeOtXQ&list=PLK6GLx6mijaWf4RUI_rjNvr5EjodeAuNt&index=104
  • JB128716
    JB128716 Posts: 2,064
    Big Bank Hank wrote:
    this is the personification of what you are talking about, freaking epic stare

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yc6tPdeOtXQ&list=PLK6GLx6mijaWf4RUI_rjNvr5EjodeAuNt&index=104

    That was close, but it wasn't it. I think the camera would have broken if the camera person tried to catch the stare in action. Mike will lock on a person's eyes for at least 30 seconds (depending on how much healing the audience member needs). In this video he may have been scanning for people that need healing by giving them a quick blast. When I saw it in action and felt it, it was really locked on. He didn't look at his guitar or anything like that. It was you and him for a minimum of 30 seconds.

    If anyone does capture it on camera and survives, I think it would be bigger than the video of Big Foot. I think if anyone does capture it, it will be when Mike is locked onto someone near you.

    Sometimes I wonder what would happen if one of the camera guys captures it and broadcasted it to the entire audience at once. It's probably too dangerous to attempt.
    92 - Orlando
    03 - Tampa
    08 - Tampa
    12 - DeLuna Fest, EV Orlando 1 & 2, EV Ft Lauderdale 1 & 2
    13 - Wrigley!!! ,Brooklyn 1 & 2, Hartford, OKC, Seattle
    14 - Leeds, Milton Keynes, St Louis
    16 - Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Wrigley 1 & 2
  • STAYSEA
    STAYSEA Posts: 3,814
    JB128716 wrote:
    I've decided to start a support group where 10C members can share their experiences from the McCready stare.
    What is the McCready stare you ask. Well, if you are one of the lucky ones (hail hail) to be close enough to the stage and on Mike's side, you may have experienced the McCready Stare. Mike will lock in on an audience member and go into a deep stare for about 2 minutes. This experience is intense and I'm sure for some, life changing. This thread should be used as a support group for others and provide a warning for those in future concerts. I'll start.

    Hi my name is John (everyone says, "Hi John),

    On 9/21/12 I was one of the lucky ones (hail hail) to be on Mike's side at the DeLuna Fest. I had never heard of the McCready stare so I was not prepared for what was going to happen. I was one person back from the rail so I was set for PJ. At first Mike locked eyes on a few people behind me that were wearing the Team McCready shirts. I saw lasers going from Mike's eyes to the audience member's eyes. You can't see this on any video and can only be experience in person. It might be some super power that he has. And no, I don't use drugs.

    Then it happened to me. I can't remember what song it was but Mike's Eyes locked in on me. It was intense. It was like Mike and I were the only ones there (ok this is starting to sound a little gay not that there is anything wrong with that). I only lasted 45 seconds and I had to look away. Mike kept going for another minute and then looked away. I wish I was more prepared.

    Thank you Mike for sharing your powers with me.

    Are there any others that are willing to share their story. It's a safe group here so feel free to share.

    :lol: Thank You, That made me laugh so hard. I'm glad you survived. :lol:
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  • afroannnie
    afroannnie Posts: 12,995
    morello wrote:
    Hi Ashlee. Welcome. You've come to a safe place. I can only imagine actually receiving the McCready stare at this point in my life but you're with friends here who can help you. Whenever you need us in your recovery, we'll be here. 8-)

    Thank you for your support! It's just nice to get it out in the open and talk about it...hopefully my story can help others that are in recovery or for those that may experience the stare in the future. :D
    Show #13 was a lucky one for me....
  • STAYSEA
    STAYSEA Posts: 3,814
    afroannnie wrote:
    morello wrote:
    Hi Ashlee. Welcome. You've come to a safe place. I can only imagine actually receiving the McCready stare at this point in my life but you're with friends here who can help you. Whenever you need us in your recovery, we'll be here. 8-)

    Thank you for your support! It's just nice to get it out in the open and talk about it...hopefully my story can help others that are in recovery or for those that may experience the stare in the future. :D


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    Lucky Girl! :D


    Perry Farrell did the same stare, and It was awkward. I will trade this for the Mike stare anytime!
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    (yes, I still have nightmares)
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  • JB128716
    JB128716 Posts: 2,064
    Warning for the folks headed to Wrigley!!!
    92 - Orlando
    03 - Tampa
    08 - Tampa
    12 - DeLuna Fest, EV Orlando 1 & 2, EV Ft Lauderdale 1 & 2
    13 - Wrigley!!! ,Brooklyn 1 & 2, Hartford, OKC, Seattle
    14 - Leeds, Milton Keynes, St Louis
    16 - Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Wrigley 1 & 2
  • JB128716
    JB128716 Posts: 2,064
    Bump since we are coming closer to another tour and more people need to learn about the McCready stare before it's too late.
    92 - Orlando
    03 - Tampa
    08 - Tampa
    12 - DeLuna Fest, EV Orlando 1 & 2, EV Ft Lauderdale 1 & 2
    13 - Wrigley!!! ,Brooklyn 1 & 2, Hartford, OKC, Seattle
    14 - Leeds, Milton Keynes, St Louis
    16 - Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Wrigley 1 & 2
  • courtmcc
    courtmcc South Jersey Posts: 1,143
    edited June 2014
    It's happened to me a lot and I've only seen Mike twice.. (Philly 2 and FTM 2014) I always laugh after he does it and he laughs too because he knows I've caught onto his little game. He did it to me at the FTM show. He tried to stare at me and I gave him the "I know what you're doing look". He just started laughing. Haha.
  • JB128716
    JB128716 Posts: 2,064
    That's awesome. I wonder if anyone has ever asked him about it in an interview. I know I would if I ever met him.
    92 - Orlando
    03 - Tampa
    08 - Tampa
    12 - DeLuna Fest, EV Orlando 1 & 2, EV Ft Lauderdale 1 & 2
    13 - Wrigley!!! ,Brooklyn 1 & 2, Hartford, OKC, Seattle
    14 - Leeds, Milton Keynes, St Louis
    16 - Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Wrigley 1 & 2
  • OMGkatwoman
    OMGkatwoman Posts: 3,230
    courtmcc said:

    It's happened to me a lot and I've only seen Mike twice.. (Philly 2 and FTM 2014) I always laugh after he does it and he laughs too because he knows I've caught onto his little game. He did it to me at the FTM show. He tried to stare at me and I gave him the "I know what you're doing look". He just started laughing. Haha.

    Sounds like a staring contest @-)
  • courtmcc
    courtmcc South Jersey Posts: 1,143
    JB128716 said:

    That's awesome. I wonder if anyone has ever asked him about it in an interview. I know I would if I ever met him.

    I should have asked him when I met him but my mind was focused on that moment.
  • pauli
    pauli Seattle Wa Posts: 70
    Yeah Yeah The Stare. At the Showbox Flight to Mars shows! I got a pic of The Stare. Its a weird feeling. Mike doesnt miss a note. He'll do that shit while hes playing a killer lead!. I traded guitar picks mid lead with Mike. I didnt realize it until i looked down and i had his pick he was tearing up a lead with MY guitar pick!
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  • PJ_Soul
    PJ_Soul Vancouver, BC Posts: 51,720
    Lol! I've always called it the "Mike look 'n' point". :)) I got it in Missoula 2012! I almost swooned! :D
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