Callie Ahlgrim

senior music reporter for Insider

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Concertgoers have been increasingly throwing objects at performers while they’re on stage. Why? Blame “main character syndrome.”

Don’t judge, don’t kill the vibe: Concert etiquette tips to follow

Concertgoers have been increasingly throwing objects at performers while they’re on stage. Why? Blame “main character syndrome.”

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