This week on Educate Your Earbuds, we’re diving into the discourse that’s lighting up music TikTok, Reddit threads, and even Tyler, The Creator’s new album — is Gen Z ruining the live music experience? 👀

From the "fear of being perceived" to standing still instead of dancing, plus a noticeable rise in questionable concert etiquette (you know what we mean), the vibes at live shows have definitely shifted. But is Gen Z really to blame? Or is the internet just being dramatic... again?

We break down what’s changed in live music culture, whether audiences are becoming too self-conscious to have fun, and how generational habits may be impacting concerts for everyone.

If you’ve ever side-eyed someone recording an entire set or debated whether to rage or vibe—this episode’s for you. 🎤

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Links:

• https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/tyler-the-creator-dont-tap-the-glass-note-fans-dance-1236025547/

• https://nypost.com/2025/07/25/lifestyle/why-gen-z-isnt-fun-anymore/

• https://9now.nine.com.au/today/gen-z-afraid-to-dance-in-public-phone-video-footage-worries/d29fe787-3967-48c4-bc31-d5ceae02d915

• https://www.reddit.com/r/questions/comments/1jxm2h0/why_are_gen_z_not_dancing_at_coachella/

• https://thred.com/newsletters/are-gen-z-really-that-badly-behaved-at-live-concerts/

• https://nypost.com/2025/06/30/entertainment/gen-zs-lack-of-concert-etiquette-is-more-dangerous-than-you-think/

• https://www.musictimes.com/articles/99054/20231227/internet-ruining-concerts-gen-z.htm