The Case Against Concert-Going

Soundcheck | Jun 30, 2011

Summer concert season is in full swing – in the parks, streets, and even, as we heard recently on Soundcheck, at Rikers Island. But for some music fans, it’s just another season of explaining why they don’t like live concerts. Derek Thompson, senior editor at The Atlantic join us to explain why he loves music – but would rather listen alone….And J. Edward Keyes, editor-in-chief of eMusic, explains why he couldn’t imagine life without live shows.

Listeners: are live concerts an essential part of how you enjoy music? Or, would you rather stay home? Leave a comment below.

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