{"id":1802,"date":"2022-07-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sofarsoundsblo.wpengine.com\/blog\/articles\/expect-the-unexpected-a-night-at-sofar\/"},"modified":"2024-09-20T21:01:30","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T21:01:30","slug":"expect-the-unexpected-a-night-at-sofar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/expect-the-unexpected-a-night-at-sofar","title":{"rendered":"Expect the Unexpected: What a Night at Sofar Looks Like"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curious about coming out for a Sofar show? What<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">even <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a Sofar show?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beauty of Sofar shows<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is that they take many shapes and happen in more than 400 cities around the world. You pick your neighborhood or your vibe then show up for a unique experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that in mind, here are a few things you can expect from your unexpected night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Unconventional, Intimate Space<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These aren\u2019t shows in an oversized arena where the artist is a mile away, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/7-sofar-stunning-spaces\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">warm chapels,<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/7-sofar-stunning-spaces\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neon-lit studios<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/sofar-live-shows-kentucky-backyard\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a new friend\u2019s backyard<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You could experience synthy pop music on a Madrid rooftop, or rap in an atrium in Austin. You may even be close enough to hear the creaks of the artist\u2019s guitar or the clicks of their pedals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Welcoming Crew<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you arrive at a Sofar show, you\u2019re immediately in good hands\u2014those of the host inviting you into their space, a sound engineer making sure the artist is coming through clearly, and a dynamic MC walking you through the evening. Take a load off; we\u2019ve got you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great Artists Every Night<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At a Sofar concert, you might discover your new favorite artist, or see \u201cthe next big thing\u201d before they break into the mainstream. There\u2019s a long list of Sofar artists who played Sofar shows before they toured the world, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/4-familiar-faces-sofar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leon Bridges<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/11-artists-who-played-sofar-before-they-were-famous1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Billie Eilish<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/7-artists-we-got-to-see-before-they-took-off\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Khruangbin or Shakey Graves<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Could you catch the next Leon or Billie at one of their first shows? There\u2019s only one way to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Vibe for All Occasions<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe you\u2019ve had a long day at work and want to let off some steam at one of our high-energy shows. Or maybe you&#8217;re in the mood for a chill singer-songwriter night where you can relax and take in some beautiful lyrics. Maybe you\u2019re open to an adventure and just want to get out of the house to discover a new part of your city. Whatever vibe you\u2019re after, there\u2019s a Sofar for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Community of Like-Minded Fans<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The heart of a Sofar experience will forever be you, a music fan looking to experience unforgettable tunes with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/blog\/articles\/why-sofar-is-the-right-place-to-find-your-people\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a roomful of like-minded people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And best of all? You\u2019re supporting artists directly: showing up at intimate venues to forge a personal connection with their music.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s Sofar for you. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sofarsounds.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See you at the next show?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>In the meantime, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Sofarsounds\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check out our YouTube channel<\/a> to get a feel for the vibe!<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo credit: Sofar NYC, photo by Cheyenne Cohen<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about coming out for a Sofar show? What even is a Sofar show?\u00a0 The beauty of Sofar shows is that they take many shapes and happen in more than 400 cities around the world. You pick your neighborhood or your vibe then show up for a unique experience. 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