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Hey there, fellow rock enthusiasts! It's time to grab your calendars and get ready to rock out because 2024 is looking like an epic year for live music. Your favourite bands and artists are hitting the road, bringing their killer performances to cities across the globe. In this blog, we're going to highlight seven tours you absolutely can't afford to miss if you're into Rock, Pop Punk or Punk Rock. So, get ready to let loose and make unforgettable memories at these concerts that'll take you on a worldwide rock adventure!
- Simple Plan - HARD AS A ROCK (Canada, USA, Europe):
First up, we've got the Canadian pop-punk legends, Simple Plan, ready to rock North America and Europe. With their catchy anthems and infectious energy, this tour is bound to be a blast for fans on both sides of the pond. With MAYDAY PARADE and State Champs as opening act you can't miss this!
- Sum 41 - TOUR OF THE SETTING SUM (North America, Europe):
Hailing from the Great White North, Sum 41 is hitting North American and European stages with their signature sound and high-octane performances. It's gonna be a wild ride on both continents with these guys. Remember it's their last tour, it's your last chance to revive the good old times with them.
- Pierce the Veil - JAWS OF LIFE (North America):
If you're into post-hardcore and emocore, Pierce the Veil's 2024 tour is a dream come true in North America. Prepare to be moved by their emotionally charged lyrics and mind-blowing live shows as they rock from coast to coast.
- Metallica - M72 (Worldwide):
You know it wouldn't be a rock party without the legendary Metallica. In 2024, they're taking their show worldwide, so catch them in your city or make it a road trip to witness their epic performances wherever you are on this planet.
- The Warning - SELF TITLED (North America, Europe):
- Avril Lavigne - (FESTIVALS)(North America, Europe, Asia):
- Green Day - THE SAVIOURS (North America, Europe, South America):
In 2024, the world is your rock 'n' roll oyster, and these seven tours are your tickets to an unforgettable year of live music. Whether you're a fan of pop-punk, post-hardcore, heavy metal, or just good ol' rock 'n' roll, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to see your favorite artists and bands in their element, giving it their all on stages around the world. So, get those tickets, round up your friends, and prepare for a laid-back year of epic live music experiences. Let's rock on!
1. Planeándolo todo bien
2. Preparando la mochila
3. Ubicándote en la zona
4. Viviéndolo a tope
- Consigue un programa y encuentra a tus grupos preferidos. Mira que no se solapen entre sí (si se solapan lo sentimos mucho, sabemos lo que duele...) y créate un horario. Ése es el papel más importante que has tenido en tu poder jamás. Aférrate a él como si te fuera la vida en ello.
- Recuerda siempre que COMODIDAD >>>>>> ESTILO. Házte el favor de ponerte ropa y zapatos cómodos. Todos hemos visto a la típica chica (o chico, cada uno que sea feliz con lo que le haga feliz, nosotros no juzgamos) en un festival en tacones. Vamos a ver, ¿POR QUÉ? Sabemos que eres capaz de encontrar el equilibrio perfecto entre ir en pijama y que parezca que vas a dar las campanadas de Televisión Española. Pero vamos, que si quieres ir en pijama, adelante.
- PONTE CREMA SOLAR. Sí, en mayúsculas y en negrita. No nos importa que en tu país haga mucho sol, nos da completamente igual que te lleves dándote sesiones de rayos UVA desde que naciste (ve al psiquiatra). PONTE LA J*DIDA CREMA SOLAR. Estar rojo como una gamba puede hacer que vivas los días más horribles de tu vida y puede ser una fuente de problemas para tu salud. Os queremos, gente, sólo queremos que no os pase nada.
- Si puedes, usa tapones para los oídos. En algunos festis los regalan, pero por si llegas y no quedan (o por si son un poco agarrados), llévatelos de casa. Durante el festival te protegerán los tímpanos de la música alta. Por la noche te evitarán oír a la pareja que está intentando concebir un bebé dos tiendas de campaña más allá.
- Protégete la cabeza con un gorro y los ojos con gafas de sol. Te darán un +600 de MOLAR en las fotos y si vas con la resaca de la década, la gente no lo notará (o eso queremos creer).
- Bebe (también) agua. Sabemos que la cerveza es ambrosía de los dioses y que el resto de bebidas alcohólicas te dan la vida, pero recuerda siempre que el agua es tu salvación. Un vaso de agua por cada vaso de alcohol puede hacer que mañana sigas siendo persona y no desees morir.
- Toma carbohidratos. Puedes estar a dieta para prepararte para la operación bikini o lo que sea, pero vas a necesitar una cantidad ingente de energía para pasar el día de concierto en concierto. Pan, arroz, pasta... Están riquísimos y harán que no te vayas muriendo por las esquinas. Aliméntate o cuando tu grupo favorito esté tocando, tu estarás como esta niña:
- No mates a tus amigos. Para empezar porque es ilegal. En segundo lugar porque, oye, son tus amigos. Es posible que queráis ir a conciertos diferentes, pero no pasa nada, podéis hacer grupos o puedes ir tú sólo. Decidid cuál será vuestro punto de encuentro en caso de separaros o por si alguien se pierde y, nada, paciencia. NOTA IMPORTANTE: No mates al conductor o al que tenga las llaves del hotel. Más que nada porque luego con la sangre no hay quién se aclare y es una cerdada...
- Pasa de todos los aparatos electrónicos. No hace falta que escribas ese tweet, basta ya de echar fotos cutres con el móvil, no te pongas a llamar a tu madre en medio de un acústico. Los teléfonos se rompen, a veces se nos va de las manos y acabamos llamando a nuestra/o exnovia/o cuando vamos borrachos y las cámaras se pierden. DISFRUTA DEL CONCIERTO, MALDITA SEA.
Pero lo más importante es esto: Pásatelo como jamás antes en tu vida. Diviértete, habla con gente random y descubre grupos nuevos. De eso es de lo que se trata y es por eso que los festivales son experiencias tan brutales.
Nos vemos en el mosh pit ;)
American Socks is official sponsor for the Punk/Hardcore festival GROEZROCK in Belgium. Rancid, Sum 41 or Hatebreed among others will be hitting stage this late April in Meerhout. The festival is already in the TOP3 of the European alternative acts, and has grown huge since it's first edition in 1999.
For the special ocasion we'll be releasing a collaboration sock: "American Socks x Groezrock" that will be available at the merchandise booth and the official promotional booth.
Hope to see you all there.
pd.Check out the full line-up below!
1. Planning it
2. Packing for it
3. Locating yourself in it
4. Living it
- Get a program and find your favorite bands. See that they don't overlap (if they do, we are really sorry, we know the pain) and create a schedule. Hold that paper like it is your life.
- Remember that COMFORTABLE >>>>>> STYLISH. Wear comfy clothes and SHOES. We all have seen that girl (or boy, we don't judge) wearing high heels and we all wondered WHY. We are sure you can find the perfect balance. Rock it, but take it easy.
- WEAR SUNSCREEN. Capital letters, yes. We don't care if you come from a sunny country, we don't care if you are addicted to self-tanning. WEAR SUNSCREEN. Being all red and in pain can destroy the whole experience and can cause future health problems. We love you, guys, we just want you to be safe.
- Wear earplugs if possible. During the festival they will protect your ears from loud music. During the night they will help you ignore the couple trying to conceive a baby two tents away.
- Protect your head with a hat and your eyes with sunglasses. It adds +500 COOLNESS to the pictures and you can be hangover, no one will tell (hopefully).
- (Also) Drink water. We know beer is awesome and the other spirits can be amazing too, but remember that water is your best friend. A glass of water for every glass of alcohol will save you tomorrow.
- Eat your carbs. You may be on a diet but the amount of energy you are going to use today will be outstanding. Bread, pasta, rice... They taste amazing and will keep you on track. Keep yourself fed or this will be you by the time your favorite band plays:
- Don't kill your friends. I mean, first of all, it is illegal. Second of all, they are your friends. Maybe you want to go to different shows, but it is okay, you can make groups or you can go by yourself. Set a meeting point for every time someone gets lost and be patient. IMPORTANT NOTE: Don't kill the driver or the one with the keys of the room. Blood can be messy.
- Forget the electronics. Don't tweet, don't take a lot of pictures, don't call your mom in the middle of a show. Phones get broken, ex-girlfriends/boyfriends get texted when drunk and cameras get lost. Just ENJOY THE GODDAMN SHOW.
But the most important part is : Have the time of your life, have fun and meet new people, That is what music festivals are about. See you in the mosh pit!
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