18 December 2012

Moshing

The greatest failure of our modern society is how we taught ourselves to sit still during productions 

The idea of a mosh is to make physical contact, without getting hurt. Overall mentality: don’t be a cunt. Some people tend to forget moshing is a style of dancing, and not a fighting style. It’s an expression of freedom. You might get hurt and you're bound to get sweat on you. Standing there with your girlfriend and a full draught, doesn't make you cool, it makes you a dumb cunt.

In South Africa, moshes are small and static. This doesn't make it easier to mosh responsibly, because there is usually a dumbass jock fucking it up. If you don’t want to mosh, then stand aside. Do not get mad when someone bumps you; rather just get the fuck out of the way.

If someone falls, immediately pick them up. I reckon it’s easier to die from being trampled than being punched. Do not try and control the mosh. The mosh is a delicate interdependent system that requires participation. It is a test of perseverance; coming in and pushing everyone around for one song defines you as a dumb cunt.  

Some tips I found useful: don’t stick out your tongue, in fact, keep your jaw clenched if possible. Lift your arms, but tuck in your elbows (for momentum and shit). Tie your shoes. Hopefully, with some logic and consideration we can make moshing a more fun pastime for all alike.


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