It’s Time to Establish The V.O.P. Section

For Very Old People Like Me

This young lady and her friends could have this all to themselves. (Source: Audioblocks.com)

It happens all the time. An aging late 40 something rocker decides they’re gonna go check out that brand new band all “the kids” keep raving about. Once inside the club the wizened music fan finds himself (or herself for that matter) standing up against the back wall all alone, patiently waiting for the concert to start.

Whenever I’m that guy it’s hard to know where I’m supposed to be. I kind of don’t give a crap, but I also don’t want to be in the way. And as the 20 somethings who dominate the crowd navigate around me like a big orange traffic cone, I’m left to wonder what could be done. Now I have the answer.

Let’s establish a section in the corner of the club for all the “geriatrics” with good intentions. A nook situated away from the mosh pit that our aching backs and questionable joints can no longer tolerate. A place where we can walk in and see people just like us and shout “Hey everyone, I’m Billy! I’m married with 3 kids. I’m here to enjoy the show and hopefully not be viewed as a creepy old man.” Let’s face it, a V.O.P. section just makes sense.

Cage us in with a set of these. (Source: 5starrental.com)