Is nin Concert appropriate for children
 
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10/02/08 11:42 PM

Hello,
my nine year old son is now very interested in rock and roll thanks to guitar hero. NIN is coming soon to my city and I am thinking of talking my son.

Just wondering if there is a age limit or recommended age for a nin concerts.

Any thoughts?
thank

 

10/03/08 12:52 AM

I'd say it's ok- just don't be on the floor with him (get seats), and be aware there is profanity in some NIN songs...

 

10/03/08 4:29 AM

I would personally say no even if your son doesn't understand the deeper meaning of the lyrics. But if you do decide to bring him.....stay well back from the pit.



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 10/03/2008 04:29AM by Vulphus.

 

10/03/08 5:44 AM

And get him some earplugs.

Personally I think 9 is much too young for most concerts, and definitely NIN. The content isn't appropriate for or understandable to children, not to mention the environment not being a place I would want to take a child.

Just my opinion!

 

10/03/08 5:03 AM

Bear in mind that the most well known song of NIN goes 'I want to fuck you like an animal', haha I would have to say that my experiences at these shows are definately mature and feature a lot of subculture that requires some understanding. I have a 9 year old cousin and I wouldn't dream of taking her anywhere near one of these concerts, maybe something like Foo Fighters? smiling smiley Best of luck!

 

10/03/08 3:48 PM

I wouldn't let my son see NIN until he's at least 13.

 

10/03/08 3:59 PM

I've been going to concerts with my parents since I was about 9 years old... Yes, there is profanity in some NIN songs, but in a live setting you can barely hear them. I wouldn't worry about it. I think as long as you stay away from the pit, and bring some earplugs (kids' ears are hella-sensitive), it should be OK. I'd make sure the little guy really wants to see the show though. I remember getting *bored* during a Pink Floyd show when I was a kid (I just didn't get the awesomeness of it all at that age thumbs down). This tour has some amazing visuals. He might just think it's really neat. PLUS he'd be the coolest kid in grade 4/5(?) ! winking smiley

 

10/03/08 5:33 PM

Not to mention being the coolest kid on this board in ten years when he can say that he saw his first NIN show at the age of 9! Personally, I do think that's too young for the show, but it's not my kid and I doubt it will make him into a serial killer or anything.



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10/04/08 10:23 AM

Heh heh heh, serial killers all listen to Slayer anyways.grinning smiley

 

10/04/08 10:29 AM

I'd say go right ahead. Yeah sure, there's profanity in a lot of the songs, but I really don't get the big issue around profanity to begin with.

 

10/04/08 11:40 AM

I don't see the problem as long as you are in seats.

Profanity? Pffffft!

Kids hear more from other kids, movies, radio, video games...their own parents. ::gasp::

 

10/04/08 10:43 AM

9 years old? do it, get seats, and ear plugs... stay as close as possible and know he will more than likely get tired. i've thought about this too and it will be my plan.

 

10/04/08 10:44 AM

I'm gonna have to say no, even if he's been to other concerts before. Nine Inch Nails is a completely different experience. Especially with the new setlist including a Ghosts segment, I just can't picture it being that interesting or fun for a 9-year-old.

 

10/04/08 10:53 AM

hooforhesus posted:
I'm gonna have to say no, even if he's been to other concerts before. Nine Inch Nails is a completely different experience. Especially with the new setlist including a Ghosts segment, I just can't picture it being that interesting or fun for a 9-year-old.

this statement is NOT very thought out, in my opinion. who are you to say what is "interesting" or "fun" for every 9 year old? you bundle all 9 years olds up in this statement implying that they all think a like and enjoy the same things. there have been composers in history that have written songs and symphonys before the age of 9 and there have been one that just pick their nose and act like kids. you can't generalize all 9 year olds into a group that way.

as far as taking him, i think it's cool to want to get opinions (for some people i wouldn't) but really you know your son better than any of us, i know mine will love it when he goes, but again, i KNOW him.

all i will say is be safe and keep a CLOSE CLOSE eye on him smiling smiley

enjoy



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10/04/08 4:55 PM

I would say take him! What's up with 9 being too young for a concert? I think not! I started going to concerts when I was 5! Though yes, I would get seats. I think culture and art of this level is highly important to show your son.

Tara

 

10/05/08 11:25 AM

I dont think there is a problem. Approach it maturely and I am sure he will be fine. I know if you don't take him, you and/or him might regret it later.

 

10/05/08 11:42 AM

if not now when? it's never too early to get a proper dose of real music and to see what can be done with true freedom of creativity.the profanity is no big deal when used in the right context.if i had kids i'd take them.

 

10/05/08 2:23 PM

If you're concerned about him getting bored or losing interest halfway through, pop on one of the live tour DVDs and see if he can sit through the entire thing. Or you could show him some of the youtube clips from the current show to gauge his interest. I don't have kids, but personally I'd say if he really wants to go (and doesn't just -think- he wants to go.. you know how kids can seem excited about something but once it actually happens they could care less) I'd go for it -- seats of course.

 

10/05/08 9:18 PM

Haha, there's nothing a stash of lollipops and cola can't fix - he'll be bouncing off the walls with the rest of them!

 

10/05/08 9:55 PM

for nin, i'd say 13, that was my middle son's age and he loved it but was also really into the catalog of music; my daughter at the time was 10 and no way would she have enjoyed it, i think before 13 they have to know and love the music being played at the concert; that same daughter saw oasis and jet (at 9 years) and loved it but loves their music; i took my two oldest to see social distortion for their first mosh pit experience at 13 and 15 and it was a blast, ruined them for life because now that's all they want and won't do reserved seats...so if your son knows and loves nin music, hell yes, if not, i'd say no. nothing worse than a bored kid while you are trying to enjoy the experience.

 

10/06/08 10:48 PM

I would think it would be ok, as long as you don't get general admission, and are prepared for lots of profanity, sexual/drug references and things of the sort. I wouldn't take a 9 year old simply because you need to be a bit more mature and older to appreciate the depth and complexity of Trent's music. Most of the profanity would probably fly over his head though.

 

10/07/08 1:34 PM

Yes it is. They will thank you later in life..

 

10/07/08 1:49 PM

rippedca posted:
Hello,
my nine year old son is now very interested in rock and roll thanks to guitar hero. NIN is coming soon to my city and I am thinking of talking my son.

Just wondering if there is a age limit or recommended age for a nin concerts.

Any thoughts?
thank

I have a son who just turned 10. Like yours, very interested in NIN and concerts in general. I've debated weather or not to take him to a NIN show a few times and I think the best choice for now is no. Although I'm not opposed to taking him to concerts entirely, maybe something toned down just a notch.

 

10/07/08 3:02 PM

...if your kid is getting into rock music...and you have an opportunity to take him to NIN... ...A few curse words would not make me hesitate in taking him to one of the most amazing audio-visual experiences he will ever have in his entire life. (until he tries shrooms, anyways)

 

10/07/08 3:12 PM

I would be less concerned about the profanity (it's just words) and more concerned about potsmoking / smoking / drinking going on in close proximity. Also, it depends on the kid whether they could sit for that long without getting bored - not so much during the show, but all the time after you're seated, before and during the opening act, and then before the actual act. That would depend completely on the individual kid IMO.

The other question for me would be if they'd get a ticket price worth of enjoyment out of it - because for one concert ticket you could take them to several museums, an amusement park, whatever - and whether they'd be a distraction from ME enjoying the show.

It's a complex thing that doesn't have a black or white answer. Depends on the kid and the parents completely.

 

10/07/08 7:05 PM

the fans before and after the show would be more damaging than the performance itself.

 

10/07/08 7:07 PM

A kid of 9 years doesn't belong is a big rock concert. Period.

Wait till he turns 12.

 

10/10/08 1:27 AM

Kids love bright flashy stuff

But remember, most nin fans are total fratboy jerkoffs

winking smiley

 

10/10/08 7:50 AM

I'd take a child to a NIN show... as long as you don't get GA tickets and have a previous discussion about using the F word out loud in school.

 

10/10/08 1:40 PM

I would say NIN is far more apropriate for children then most pop acts that feature women dressed like sluts.

Yes there is swearing but if your kid is 9 or 10 I suspect they have a good grasp of the fuck word by now.

It comes down to the kid and the parent though. If you don't want your kid hearing foul language and being exposed to drunk people and all that goes with it then no don't take them.

Personally I would take my kids (if they wanted to go and where older right now being 7 months and 4 yrs old a little young)

Most kids by 11 have a grasp of sex and what fucking is some might even being engaged in the act with their peers.

 
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