Art is important to me. Music is wonderful art form in itself, but it takes a 2nd life as a live experience. Live music is akin to performance art, similar to theater, opera, or installation art.
Live music can make or break a band for me, because you can see things that never come across on the albums. Things like how the band portrays themselves, how the music makes them feel, how polished they sound without a producer, their connection to their fans, and how they live the rock and roll lifestyle.
I am proud (and sometimes a bit ashamed) of the bands I have gone to see in my lifetime, and I definitely do not want to forget any of of those experiences. This list is both a trophy and a reminder. A bit of a brag, but also a conversation starter. Are there any musicians you have seen? Any that are on your personal list to see?
* Repeats
Bands = 185
* Repeats = 45+
Sets = 230+
Note: Missed most since 11/01/08. Last update was 04/25/13
Wow, you made it this far? Did you notice the footnote in the list above? That the list has an end date of 2008 or 2013? My interest has not faded in the past decade, it has only grown stronger! So why do I not have more updated information? Well, that's a secret!
Here's a hint, I changed the way I tracked this information. If you look closely on this site, I already showcase the exciting new way I am tracking my passion for music and live performance art!
Why be cryptic? Firstly, the tracking system is for my own use; and secondly because it is an ongoing creative outlet of mine that I am still not happy with presenting. Stay tuned! Or dig around for an advanced preview!