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Taylor Swift fans clash over drinking culture at concerts

Friday, 21/06/2024, 17:20 (GMT+7)

On social media, American fans sparked debate after sharing a video slamed British concert of Taylor Swift.

In a viral video on TikTok, a Taylor Swift American fans criticized a British concert  for getting to drunk  at her concert.

On TikTok, American fans of Taylor Swift's Eras tour in the UK have sparked a debate over cultural differences, particularly regarding alcohol consumption at concerts.

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American fans criticized British Taylor Swift concerts for excessive drinking, sparking online debate. Image Credits: @myaudhdtravelguide/Tiktok

On social media, a user, who goes by @myaudhdtravelguide, known as Taylor Swift American fans, shared her experience through social media, about the British concert culture that diverged from her expectations.

The video has the caption: "You paid too much to ruin the concert for yourself and everyone around you by drinking too much. I have a bad back i cant afford for strangers falling onto me."

In the footage, Stephanie sparked debate by highlighting the differences in British concerts. She pointed out the predominantly standing nature of the event, regardless of having purchased a seat, and the enthusiastic crowd participation that turned the concert into a communal singalong.

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Stephanie Matto highlighted cultural differences, particularly regarding alcohol consumption at concerts. Image Credits: Getty

In a viral video, Stephanie sparked debate by sharing her cultural shock and expectations at her Taylor Swift concert.

For Stephanie, the experience was more than just a music event—it was a cultural eye-opener. 

Stephanie Matto, a concert-goer from Connecticut, voiced her surprise at the prevalence of alcohol consumption among British attendees.

She described encountering intoxicated individuals at the Edinburgh concert, saying: 'I know people online are romanticising the Eras tour, saying it's incredible and it's the most amazing thing they've ever seen, but I'm here to burst that bubble.". 

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Matto's viral TikTok revealed the predominantly standing nature and enthusiastic crowd participation. Image Credits: @myaudhdtravelguide/Tiktok

In the footage, Taylor left viewers stunned after sharing her views about the concert.

She revealed the challenges of the concert that fans are forced to face.

She advised against attending the concert if you only want to enjoy Taylor's music. 

She pointed out the predominantly standing nature of the event, regardless of having purchased a seat, and the enthusiastic crowd participation that turned the concert into a communal singalong. "If you're expecting a serene Taylor Swift concert experience," she cautioned, "prepare for a lively, participatory event where everyone joins in."

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She advised against attending if you expect a calm concert experience, noting the long standing times. Image Credits: @myaudhdtravelguide/Tiktok

According to Stephanie Matto, you could be standing the entire evening, and the show goes on for over three hours.

She added: 'But you're going to be standing for over three hours because the person in front of you is going to be standing and if you want to sit down you aren't going to be able to see.'

Stephanie Matto also sparked a discussion about the drinking culture at Taylor's concert in the UK. 

Central to Stephanie's critique was the drinking culture at UK concerts. "If you're not into alcohol," she warned, "you might find it challenging to fully enjoy the Eras tour."

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The viral video ignited discussions on social media about behavior at concerts and cultural expectations. Image Credits: Getty

Her observations resonated with others who shared similar sentiments online, citing incidents of disruptive behavior due to excessive drinking. Despite her reservations, UK fans defended their cultural norms, with one asserting, "It's ingrained into the culture here."

The video quickly went viral and sparked debate on social media. 

Stephanie's sharing sparked a clash between American and British fans at Taylor Swift's UK concerts.  

In the comment selection, while some international fans found themselves taken aback by the energetic atmosphere and drinking habits, local attendees viewed these elements as integral to their concert-going tradition. 

One person said: Mine but with 2 guys, 3 full drinks spilt on the floor all over bottom of my jeans and they kicked off when security said no more beer

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British fans defended their drinking culture, calling it an integral part of their concert tradition. Image Credits: @neslifedaily/Tiktok

A second wrote: Same 3 people in front of me drinking pints of wine didn’t know any songs and shouted gossip over all songs all my videos are just them shouting work gossip at each other!!!

While a third commented: Uh don’t, I had the same & she stood on my ankle while stumbling and then shouted at me…

Someone else said: Alcohol should be limited to 2 drinks per person for concerts! It’s ridiculous why pay to just not remember/ruin a night x

Another user addedI was at Anfield N3 and my boyfriend came back from the loos and said there were people literally scrapping out there. Like pardon????

I had drunken American women by me on the floor at one point. Somone said.