"Even if the crowd jumps in the middle of the noise
Even if tomorrow cities will hear a new language
You're tired of going into boring March
Finally saw myself turn my eyes to the flame
--lonely leary"
Today, let's talk about a topic that is detached from sociology.
At first, the idea of participating in the Midi Music Festival was not pure, and I struggled several times to jump from the car. Thanks to the personal experience of my friends, I finally made up my mind to cross half of China to participate in this utopian carnival. Before stepping into the camp, I just wanted to escape from reality under the pretext of listening to rock music, but when I left, I found that what Midi had brought me had become complicated and eye-catching.
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move.
In fact, this word sounds hypocritical and general, but there is no better word to express this feeling. The most impressive thing is the mobile toilet in the camp area. Every night after the performance, we have to line up in front of the dark mobile toilet. People say "Thank you sister!" and the cycle goes on and on.
We can huddle in a tent with friends who like to rock and play the piano and sing, we can hug and share a blanket on extremely cold nights, and we can wave flags to the music with impunity. As a loner, it is actually difficult for me to feel this small warmth in the real world. The fast-paced lifestyle and refined egoism make the touch in the Midi camp more precious.
In 1969, the United States was shrouded in the dreary atmosphere of the Vietnam War, and violent anti-war activities at home sent the United States into a frenzy. Most Americans are in a state of distress, doubt, anger and dissatisfaction, especially among young people. In stark contrast to this is the innocent faces and joyful scenes of young people gathered at the Woodstock music festival in suburban New York. They gave up their suave demeanor and disciplined education to swing wildly to rock music on the muddy grass in the pouring rain. They play, play, daze, meditate; they sing, dance, and do performance art... In this way, they express and vent their disgust for war, mock and despise hypocritical politics and banal culture.
———《1969 Woodstock》
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tolerate.
"Everyone should have a midi
not for the lineup not for the band
is simply enjoying a life of equality for all
Boys can kiss boys
Girls can also hold their beloved girls
Anyone can wear suspenders with confidence without worrying about being fat or thin
With tattoos all over your body, no one will want to speculate about your life
If you smoke and drink, no one will look at you with tinted glasses
Everyone will point to the lady who combs mohawk and say it's cool
Say hello to strangers and get a warm response
You can stand up and dance happily or lie on the lawn in the sun
Here people only choose and care about how they are happy
This is the truest state of life, and this is the love of life.”
The "drama theory" mentioned in the previous article, we always play a social role that others tend to want to see in social life. It was only in Midi that I felt that people were freed from life and returned to their true appearance. The free and easy self-confidence, laughing and full of emotions are really enviable.
The three stages and numerous bands also fully reflect the inclusiveness of Midi, and the musical tastes of different people have been satisfied. Taiwan's independent bands have greatly encouraged the development of mainland bands. We can also see that mainland rock bands are becoming more and more popular. the better. In fact, this also inspires us to become tolerant as individuals. When we come into contact with certain subcultures, we should not treat them like tigers and beasts.
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Brave.
Yes, that's right, brave.
The Midi Music Festival is probably the music festival with the best atmosphere in China. In theory, the more influential the group, the more "cautious" it should be.
But Midi didn't.
I was there when the Best Male Rock Singer was awarded, sitting on the lawn blowing the already chilly wind. When the name was called out, the atmosphere in the audience reached a climax.
We've complained indignantly before why such a great musician would disappear in this way. But when Midi announced the name, everyone shouted and roared, and everyone burst into tears
It turns out that we all know that everything else is not important.
That night, we sat together late at night, playing his songs on an endless loop.
Midi is brave
I think we should be brave too.
After 1969 Woodstock, we haven't seen a rock music documentary like this, nor have such a music festival.
Utopia is Utopia after all
However, it is still the best carrier for people to escape from reality and ugliness, and to pin their ideals, love and peace.
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