Post by raynamcginty on Mar 5, 2015 21:29:58 GMT
Anywhere In Albion - Rayna McGinty
Exhilaration stimulated all of my senses.The roaring chanting, singing and dancing was so full of enthusiasm in the chaotic crowd that you could smell the anticipation in the air. I stood there with my body crushed against the barrier so hard that I could feel my ribs pressing against my lungs. I looked up and there they were. On stage. My idols. The legends. In the flesh Peter Doherty, Carl Barat, Gary Powell and John Hassall standing there on tenderhooks as the crowd and I screamed repetatively: "PETE, PETE, PETE". Here, in this crowd I felt at ease. It was at that moment when The Libertines attained on stage for their 2014 reunion that I felt as alive as I had ever been. Experiencing the potentially best gig of my life, I knew from then on, without sounding cliche, that I wanted to live my life to its suffused potential.
I had never before experienced a crowd surging with this abundance of energy. I was unfortunate at the time to be standing in the general area whereas some lucky individuals were watching the gig in the premium section (far closer to the stage). Bones crushing against the cold unstoppable barrier, my sister Nicole and I chorused together, waving our arms and clenching onto eachother. The power of the audience was so intense it began to limit my breathing. I was scared as I had to use my feeble strength to prevent myself from falling over, which would have been detremental. I was scared for my physical safety yet I had never felt more safe emotionally. The audience posessed a connection so vigorous that was no match for the security guards. Working in unison the crowd began propelling themselves against the barrier, thrusting forward and backwards as we all wanted to achieve the ultimate goal of getting into the premium ground. After much force and having used much of my energy, the barrier wouldn't budge. Although hope was not lost as a friendly face began to lift me from the ground and then others hoisting my sister over. The swarm of strangers all began to haul and even throw eachother over the barrier and charging at the security guards. We were unstoppable. As insignificant as this act of kindness sounds, it changed me in many ways. I've learned not to be scared of unknown territory, there is no reasoning in wasting time worrying about what danger may succomb. Someone will always have your back.
Running like escaped convicts from a high security prison, my sister and I convulsed with laugher as we were in disbelief that we had jumped the barriers. It's unforgettable moments specifically like these in which bring me and my sister closer together. On this occasion it was our shared passion for music, indicatively The Libertines. Now playing one of their most adored songs "Boys In The Band" the musical talent left a prickly sensation all over my body, stimulating my hearing senses as I had never heard something so musically thrilling. Pete and Carl both simultaneously singing into their microphones with fierce passion which reflected into the audience just as the suns rays. Continuing the shoving and moshing, Pete actually had to halt the song twice to calm the ferocious beasts of fans who were unintentionally trampling onto eachother. Again, there was no chance this plea would have calmed the rowdy audience including myself, so the band in their rock star nature carried on with their performance. I idolise this care free attitude that The Libertines have towards their sets and also life. They only acknowledge the vital commodites and for them that is the music. I repect this view as there is no use in dwelling on something that's not worth recognition and this is one of innumerable reasons to which I feel total endearment for The Libertines.
As the night progressed, the songs played became more intimate and delicate as The Libertines switched from playing the upbeat "What a Waster" to "Albion" setting a idyllic atmosphere. The genius song wasn't originally planned to be played but Pete decided to perform a duet with Carl in a last attempt to fill the crowd with at least a little composure. By this time I definitely thought it was neccessary as some crazy fans had started to ascend up the delay towers and ignite smoke bombs. Despite being a Babyshambles single, "Albion" was one of the most treasured songs to me composed by Pete of the event. Hand and hand each of us in the audience concurrently sang fervidly: "Anywhere in Albion". Hearing them words sung live was extremely meaningful to me as the Albion represents Great Britian and the idea of Pete and Carl evermore 'sailing' the ship of rock and roll. The sheer dedication and love put into producing great sound by each Doherty, Barat, Powell and Hassall is something to be taken into account by every music appreciating individual. I feel as if I have learned and can learn an amassment more from The Libertines. I have learnt that to be happy you don't have to earn millions, to be successful you don't have to known by everyone and to be loved you don't have to be liked by everyone.
Although seeing The Libertines in London was one single experience I believe it has had a huge advantageous impact on not only me but my relationship with my sister as this was the first time we had travelled a sizeable distance on our own. As well as the gig, the journey to London itself changed me as person. Before travelling down to London I used to be scared of new situations but now I feel I have developed into an outgoing and spontaneous character. Travelling to London has made me realise my thirst for knowledge on different cultures with and outwith the UK. I don't want to waste anymore time in doing unneccessary things, I want to travel and partake in sports, fesitvals, events that I have not yet had the pleasure of doing. Ever since seeing The Libertines I feel my sister and I have finally found our common ground and we continue to go to gigs together to this day. She is not only my sister but my best friend too.
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Exhilaration stimulated all of my senses.The roaring chanting, singing and dancing was so full of enthusiasm in the chaotic crowd that you could smell the anticipation in the air. I stood there with my body crushed against the barrier so hard that I could feel my ribs pressing against my lungs. I looked up and there they were. On stage. My idols. The legends. In the flesh Peter Doherty, Carl Barat, Gary Powell and John Hassall standing there on tenderhooks as the crowd and I screamed repetatively: "PETE, PETE, PETE". Here, in this crowd I felt at ease. It was at that moment when The Libertines attained on stage for their 2014 reunion that I felt as alive as I had ever been. Experiencing the potentially best gig of my life, I knew from then on, without sounding cliche, that I wanted to live my life to its suffused potential.
I had never before experienced a crowd surging with this abundance of energy. I was unfortunate at the time to be standing in the general area whereas some lucky individuals were watching the gig in the premium section (far closer to the stage). Bones crushing against the cold unstoppable barrier, my sister Nicole and I chorused together, waving our arms and clenching onto eachother. The power of the audience was so intense it began to limit my breathing. I was scared as I had to use my feeble strength to prevent myself from falling over, which would have been detremental. I was scared for my physical safety yet I had never felt more safe emotionally. The audience posessed a connection so vigorous that was no match for the security guards. Working in unison the crowd began propelling themselves against the barrier, thrusting forward and backwards as we all wanted to achieve the ultimate goal of getting into the premium ground. After much force and having used much of my energy, the barrier wouldn't budge. Although hope was not lost as a friendly face began to lift me from the ground and then others hoisting my sister over. The swarm of strangers all began to haul and even throw eachother over the barrier and charging at the security guards. We were unstoppable. As insignificant as this act of kindness sounds, it changed me in many ways. I've learned not to be scared of unknown territory, there is no reasoning in wasting time worrying about what danger may succomb. Someone will always have your back.
Running like escaped convicts from a high security prison, my sister and I convulsed with laugher as we were in disbelief that we had jumped the barriers. It's unforgettable moments specifically like these in which bring me and my sister closer together. On this occasion it was our shared passion for music, indicatively The Libertines. Now playing one of their most adored songs "Boys In The Band" the musical talent left a prickly sensation all over my body, stimulating my hearing senses as I had never heard something so musically thrilling. Pete and Carl both simultaneously singing into their microphones with fierce passion which reflected into the audience just as the suns rays. Continuing the shoving and moshing, Pete actually had to halt the song twice to calm the ferocious beasts of fans who were unintentionally trampling onto eachother. Again, there was no chance this plea would have calmed the rowdy audience including myself, so the band in their rock star nature carried on with their performance. I idolise this care free attitude that The Libertines have towards their sets and also life. They only acknowledge the vital commodites and for them that is the music. I repect this view as there is no use in dwelling on something that's not worth recognition and this is one of innumerable reasons to which I feel total endearment for The Libertines.
As the night progressed, the songs played became more intimate and delicate as The Libertines switched from playing the upbeat "What a Waster" to "Albion" setting a idyllic atmosphere. The genius song wasn't originally planned to be played but Pete decided to perform a duet with Carl in a last attempt to fill the crowd with at least a little composure. By this time I definitely thought it was neccessary as some crazy fans had started to ascend up the delay towers and ignite smoke bombs. Despite being a Babyshambles single, "Albion" was one of the most treasured songs to me composed by Pete of the event. Hand and hand each of us in the audience concurrently sang fervidly: "Anywhere in Albion". Hearing them words sung live was extremely meaningful to me as the Albion represents Great Britian and the idea of Pete and Carl evermore 'sailing' the ship of rock and roll. The sheer dedication and love put into producing great sound by each Doherty, Barat, Powell and Hassall is something to be taken into account by every music appreciating individual. I feel as if I have learned and can learn an amassment more from The Libertines. I have learnt that to be happy you don't have to earn millions, to be successful you don't have to known by everyone and to be loved you don't have to be liked by everyone.
Although seeing The Libertines in London was one single experience I believe it has had a huge advantageous impact on not only me but my relationship with my sister as this was the first time we had travelled a sizeable distance on our own. As well as the gig, the journey to London itself changed me as person. Before travelling down to London I used to be scared of new situations but now I feel I have developed into an outgoing and spontaneous character. Travelling to London has made me realise my thirst for knowledge on different cultures with and outwith the UK. I don't want to waste anymore time in doing unneccessary things, I want to travel and partake in sports, fesitvals, events that I have not yet had the pleasure of doing. Ever since seeing The Libertines I feel my sister and I have finally found our common ground and we continue to go to gigs together to this day. She is not only my sister but my best friend too.
Word Count: 1054