It's not for everyone. I for one LOVE the live music experience. I have been to so many concerts you wouldn't believe it. Even saw Meatloaf once when I was in college! I'm lucky that I have managed to see most of the artists I would want to, and then some. Minus those few concert regrets that I can't let go of. I don't go to nearly as many shows as I used to, but I don't always feel the need since I've seen so many bands - a lot of them multiple times. There are still bands that I will see every time they come through town, no matter what. There's something very moving about hearing/seeing live music. It affects me. I think I've mentioned that I can't go to the symphony without crying. I don't do that at a rock show, but I will lose myself in the music and it's a nice release. I also like how live shows connect people, even if just for that short period.