The Five Golden Rules Of Moshing

Hey Guys!

So I was inspired to write this post by my recent voyage to Reading Festival and the horror that was the crowds. In an effort for less people to have to experience the hell I did I thought I would enlighten those of you who weren't already aware with what we shall refer to as “mosh etiquette”. Moshing is a great way to blow off some stream and get the crowd going and I am definitely pro-moshing and never understand why certain venues try to ban it. However, as we know there is always that one asshat that feels the need to ruin everything for everyone else. So carry on reading if you don’t want to be “that guy” and let me explain to you five ways of not moshing like a complete knob! It's better to know now then to have a big pissed of metal head pick you up and kick you out.

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Rule 1: Pushing, shoving and even shouldering is acceptable. Kicking, punching and “hardcore dancing" are not. People get into pits to have a good time not to brutally beat up other members of the crowd. Don’t be an ass.

Rule 2: If there is someone stood on the edge of the pit who clearly doesn’t want to get involved (normally easily identifiable by the look of horror on their face and if female inappropriate footwear). Don’t pull them in! If you’re that guy that thinks it’s funny to throw scared thirteen year olds into pits, stop. Don’t be an ass.

Rule 3: As it so happens every now and then people will lose things in the pits, namely shoes, phones, wallets and dignity. If you find something that isn't yours hold it up and let the respective owner reclaim it. Don’t use the pits as an excuse to pick up a free iPhone or some extra booze money. Don’t be an ass

Rule 4: Every now and then some poor unfortunate soul will get pulled into a pit, if you see this person, get them out. It’s good mosh etiquette and good karma, don’t leave them panicking in the middle and even more so don’t make it harder for them to get out. Don’t be an ass

Rule 5: This one is a bit of a combination of rules three and four, in this kind of environment people are going to end up on the floor. If you weren't aware of that I would highly recommend reconsidering your choice of activity. However, as you may gather the floor isn't an ideal place to be and being trampled by a crowd of people isn't anyone's idea of fun. So if you see a fallen soldier on the floor, help them up. It might not be the most gentle of processes but at lend a hand if you can and even more importantly don't deliberately trample them or kick them when they're down. Don't be an ass.

So there you have it guy’s five basic tips to ensure you are not an ass! As light-hearted as this post is guys there is truth too it so keep this tips in mind when you make your venture into the wonderful world of live music. I might even make a follow up post for the non-moshers so keep your eyes out for that one!

Love & TubTubs