Number one? Save the talking for when no one is on the stage. Too often I’ve been to a gig and the support artist is simply talked over or ignored. The worst is when the artist is explaining the meaning behind songs that are important to them. This also includes shouting things at the artist at inappropriate times! Make sure you are reading the room and maintaining a level of respect for the artist whist they share their music with us.
Number two (as mentioned above) is bringing large signs, and holding them up for the artist to see. Most of the time artists will not acknowledge signs and if they do it is during a dedicated part of their show. Holding up a sign can block the view of others behind you so make sure you are being careful and considerate of others, only holding up signs at suitable times (not during the best parts of everyone’s favourite songs!). Wearing large cowboy hats or costumes that take up a lot of the view are also included in this. You might look incredible but consider taking hats and larger accessories off once the show starts as we don’t want to be ruining anyone’s view!
Number three: try not to engage in too much PDA! Do I really need to elaborate…?
Number four is the most important! Don’t be boring! Don’t be afraid to dance, scream (within reason), and jump. Put away those phones instead of recording the entire show (not to sound like an old grandma). It's very easy to get caught up in only watching a concert through your screen and not with your own eyes, and let’s be real, have we ever watched those videos back? I personally record for 30 seconds or so for my favourite parts and leave the rest as memories of me living in the moment! This particularly applies to people on the barricade. If you are lucky enough to be front row for your favourite artist, make sure you look like you are having fun! There’s no issue with not knowing all the words if you are still having the time of your life!
In summary, make sure you are kind and considerate and thinking of others, and make sure to have the best time living in the moment and enjoying live music.