Writer

First concert: Lorde

Favorite Venue: The Greek Theatre in Berkeley, CA

What does live music mean to you: To me, live music is about connecting to other people and participating in a collective experience that takes you outside of yourself, while also being profoundly personal.

Writer

First concert: The Black Eyed Peas came to this outdoor festival in my hometown when I was little. I caught a glimpse of Fergie through a sea of heads and was never the same after that.

Favorite venue: It's tough but Bowery Ballroom has my heart... and Baby's, I love Baby's.

What does live music mean to you: It's hard to put to words, but we all know those magic live music moments. It's so powerful when a group of people find themselves sharing a wavelength. Live music has a way of putting you where your feet are sweeping you into the collective experience at the same time.

Writer & groovetracks DJ

First concert: My Chemical Romance at the Nassau Coliseum

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Bowl

What does live music mean to you: For me, live music provides an outlet - a place I can gravitate towards to let go of any negativity and enjoy myself in the moment. Live music is everything to me.

Writer

First concert: One of my dad's gigs

Favorite venue: The Bitter End

What does live music mean to you: Growing up, live music was my community, a place where I'd see everyone I know and love. Now, it's my lifeline. It's fuel for my week. It's a web connecting me to all the people I've met. And it's what keeps me at my happiest.

Writer

First concert: Sugar Ray & Fastball at the Tropicana Casino.

Favorite venue: Pier 17

What does live music mean to yo: I am so grateful for the live music community in New York! I've met some of the most incredible and talented people through concerts, and connecting with others over a shared love of the music has become a beautiful part of my life.

Photographer & Video Editor

First concert: Steely Dan with Michael McDonald

Favorite venue: Blue Note, Elsewhere

What does live music mean to you:
Live music, to me, has the unique ability to unite people like nothing else. It creates a welcoming environment where you can truly be yourself, knowing you share a common interest with everyone around you.

Editor

First concert: The High School Musical concert in elementary school and then Arctic Monkeys in 2013.

Favorite venue: Forest Hills Stadium, but the Fillmore in Miami Beach has sentimental value for me.

What does live music mean to you: Getting to see a band that I've been listening to and following for years live is extremely exciting and I love the shared experience of going with friends.

Web Development

First concert: Coachella

Favorite venue: H0L0

What does live music mean to you: Live music is my escape, where I can vibe to my favorite artists with friends, leave all stress behind, and uncover exciting new sounds.

Photographer

First concert: Goo Goo Dolls

Favorite venue: The Rooftop at Pier 17

What does live music mean to you: Live music is a deep form of connection for me. It magnifies and transforms the experience of listening to a song or album into a visible/tangible manifestation of sight and sound. Live music has and always will be a significant part of my life.

Site Designer

First concert: Tom Petty (with my parents when I was 7)

Favorite venue: SPAC (Saratoga, NY) and for nostalgia - Toad's Place (New Haven, CT). More recently Red Rocks- how can you top it??

What does live music mean to you: Live music is everything! My favorite memories, stories and friendships are all interwoven with live music. It's given me reasons to travel, take risks and try so many new experiences.

Photographer

First concert: Warped Tour

Favorite venue: Webster Hall

What does live music mean to you: I was always told that im not who am i today without live music. the connection you feel with music is only amplified with the surrounding of lovers of it alike and the geniuses behind the sound. because of this i can never miss a show.

Co-Founder

First concert: John Mayer at the Hollywood Bowl

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Bowl or Brooklyn Steel

What does live music mean to you: To me, live music is healing, meditative and so much fun. Live music brings people together from all walks of life and takes us all out of our heads to focus on something inspiring, freeing and groovy.

Social Media & Writer

First Concert: George EzraFavorite

Favorite Venue: Brooklyn Steel

What does live music mean to you: To me, live music is an opportunity to connect with my favorite artists and engage with their work in a unique way.

Operations

First concert: Mumford and Sons at Barclays Center

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Steel, I live too close to not

What does live music mean to you: Live music is no-man's land in the way that makes it everyone's land. It welcomes folks from all walks of life and in whatever capacity one needs: community, a job, relaxation, everything and anything.

Photographer & Writer

First concert: Grateful Dead with my parents (YES with JERRY) 

Favorite venue: Pier 17 and Bethel Woods

What does live music mean to you: It is a connector of humanity and giver of life. Music is my therapist and how I've found my closest friends.

Co-Founder

First concert: Stevie Nicks

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Steel

What does live music mean to you: Live music is a shared experience you can only know and feel in the moment. It brings us together through a multi-sensory journey, a catalyst for emotion and expression. Live music is the ultimate vibe!

Photographer

First concert: Justin Timberlake for his 20/20 tour back in 2014 at the triple A arena in Miami, FL!

Favorite venue: The Rooftop at Pier 17 or Webster Hall

What does live music mean to you: Live music means everything to me!! Music is one constant I can rely on in my life to always be there when I need it, and I love reflecting on certain chapters of my life through the music I was listening to at the time. It's so fun to discover new artists and genres, and I can proudly say I am always the friend who takes the aux.

Photographer

First concert: Fall Out Boy with Wiz Khalifa and Hoodie Allen

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Made

What does live music mean to you: Live music is an opportunity to experience and appreciate an artist with both friends and strangers.

Partnerships

First concert: Passion Pit
Favorite venue: Output (RIP)
What does live music mean to you: Live music is the best way to connect with friends, loved ones, and strangers all under the same roof (or outside if you're lucky). There's nothing like moving to the same sounds with a group of people that unlocks the human instincts of bonding, community, and love.

Writer

First concert: Bob Dylan at Music Midtown

Favorite venue: Red Rocks

What does live music mean to you: You know those life necessities like food, water, and shelter? Live music is one of those necessities for me. I've been going to shows since I was 5 years old!

Media & Artist Relations

First concert: Blondie and Pat Benatar

Favorite venue: Brooklyn Steel

What does live music mean to you: Live music is hearing and feeling someone's art come to life and a powerful way to connect to the people around you. I've always liked the term collective effervescence--sharing energy and feeling in sync with the crowd. That feeling of connection has created so many special moments between friends and an appreciation for the artist that can't be matched.