In today’s world, love is just a swipe away. And it’s also just a show away.
To celebrate the season of love, let’s compare two ways that people can find it: Sofar Shows and dating apps. If you’re feeling a little burned out from the dating game, we hear you. Maybe get yourself to a Sofar show and meet people IRL.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, here are some ways Sofar shows are like dating apps.
Curated Discovery
Just like dating apps, Sofar shows are curated to suit your tastes and designed to surprise you with something (and someone) you weren’t expecting. With both dating apps and Sofar shows, they’re tailored to resonate with what you like.
But have you ever been on a date with someone who looks nothing like their profile pic? Or maybe they didn’t mention anywhere on their profile that they have a weird hobby that’s kind of a dealbreaker?
At a Sofar, the only surprises you’ll get are pleasant ones. You’ll discover new artists and genres without the awkward small talk.
That Spark of Surprise
Both Sofar shows and dating apps are great ways to meet new people, maybe even a future significant other. Just like a date, you won’t know everything about the main event until you show up in-person. But unlike a date, a Sofar show has more to it than just meeting one person. Sofars draw a crowd, and if you aren’t into one of the artists on the line-up, there are two others to tickle your fancy.
Maybe you’ll even fall in love with the venue or space. It’s not every day you get to see live music in a Museum of Osteology.
Making the First Move
Breaking the ice is tricky. What do you say? How spontaneous should you be? On a dating app, one of you has to break the ice, digitally speaking. But at a Sofar show, that ice is already broken. You’re both there to enjoy the music and maybe meet new people along the way.
Between sets, you can chat about the performance you’d just seen. Or you can compare “Liked Songs” on Spotify. Or share stories of concerts (maybe even Sofars!) you’ve been to in the past.
Either way, meeting people in-person can give you a great head start in forging genuine connections with new people.
Love Languages
We all know about love languages, and they’re often front and center on dating apps. At a Sofar show you can expect some variation of them:
Quality time? What’s more quality than a shared experience?
Receiving gifts? When you’re at a Sofar show, you’re bound to witness some unforgettable performances.
Words of affirmation? There will likely be some songs about love, and the emcee’s hyping will make you feel so so good!
Acts of service? Our crews work hard so you can have a good time. Not to mention the artists themselves, who spend hours rehearsing and perfecting their craft.
Physical touch? This one is tricky. Maybe you’ll find someone to hug?
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Ready to get out there? Check out a special Valentine’s Day show in your area!
