My best friend and I went to see Westlife last night as we were big fans as kids, and the show itself was a lovely trip down memory lane. However, we were standing on the pitch and were surrounded by really drunk people. Not just tipsy and having a bit of a sing along, but falling over, pushing people, smoking in people's faces and generally being aggressive. We had seen lots of people bringing in 4-5 bottles of beer each.
There was a group of young 'men' beside us who were there of their own volition and didn't have any girlfriends with them. They behaved like they were in a mosh pit and really frightened a couple of kids who were standing near us. They were pushing people around them, throwing beer bottles, etc. One of the mums gave out to them and they consistently took the piss and tried to embarrass her. We moved further back because they were just unbearable, only to be stuck beside a group of girls chainsmoking and whistling really loudly. My ears are still ringing.
I really don't get why anyone would spend money on a ticket and then get so shitfaced that they can't remember the gig. They also ruin it for others. I've no problem at all with people having a couple of drinks, but being surrounded by so many hammered people is really not a nice experience. It certainly wasn't something I expected at Westlife! AIBU?