What Makes Someone Feel Like A “Rock Fan”?

Introduction

There is just something electric about being a rock fan. It isn’t just the sound, it’s about the feeling it gives you. Whether you’re drawn into Led Zeppelin, or the raw emotion of Nirvana, being a rock fan is all about attitude, authenticity and a deep connection.

Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody (All Rights Are Retained By Queen)

Question

What Makes Someone Feel Like A “Rock Fan”?

The Emotional Connection To That Defines Rock Fans

If you feel every single lyric, guitar solo and drumbeat, then you have that emotional connection to rock music. Rock gives people a way to express emotions whether that is anger, passion, love, rebellion. Words alone cannot replicate this! It is that rush of blood that makes rock fans turn up the volume and embrace the carnage.

Nirvana – Smells Like Teen Spirit (All Rights Are Retained By Nirvana)

The Love Of Authenticity And Rebellion

At its very core rock is about breaking societal rules. Rock fans are drawn to this spirit and those whose lyrics speak the raw honest truth. From the Punk movement to Grunge‘s anti-establishment roots. Rock fans feel empowered.

The Clash – London Calling (All Rights Are Retained By The Clash)

The Community And Connection Of Rock Culture

People just love feeling like part of a tribe. Even if normally they are not in one. You might not know someone and recognise the band on the shirt they are wearing and within 15 minutes be best friends! The rock community thrives on shared energy and collective experiences. Concerts become rituals and every single show and note is a celebration.

Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer (All Rights Are Retained By Bon Jovi)

The Appreciation For Musical Craftmanship

I don’t think true rock fans hear music. They listen to it. They know the complexity that goes into that solo, drum patterns and amazing vocals. They appreciate the people who push boundaries and innovate within the genre.

Pink Floyd – Comfortably Numb (All Rights Are Retained By Pink Floyd)

Rock Fan Lifestyle: The Look, The Attitude, The Freedom

From leather jackets, to a massive vinyl collection, being a rock fan extends into personal style too. They are another signal to the world that you love freedom and individuality. This is shown with every item of clothing and tattoo.

Steppenwolf – Born To Be Wild (All Rights Are Retained By Steppenwolf)

Conclusion: Being A Rock Fan Is A Way Of Life

To feel like a rock fan is to embrace the sound that speaks directly to your being. That is what gives rock music fans the unique rock fan identity. With the added benefit that the culture surrounding it celebrates individuality and passion. It really does not matter too much if your playlist is filled with classic rock or modern alt-rock, once rock enters your heart it never leaves. If you enjoyed this question and our answer let us know in the comments and take a look at our other questions. Also tell us in the comment which band made you fall in love with rock and share this with any rock fans you know!

Queen – We Will Rock You (All Rights Are Retained By Queen)
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26 responses to “What Makes Someone Feel Like A “Rock Fan”?”

  1. richardbist avatar

    You sum it up quite succinctly, mate.

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Glad you think so mate 🙂 Anything at all you dont agree with ? 🙂

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  2. sambucadarling avatar

    Holy fucking shit. I used to wear my leather jacket everywhere as a teen but somewhere along the lines, I lost it. But it isn’t much about appearing as such. The ROCK N ROLL vibe in you man. Fuckin A. I’m glad they took off the second half from We will rock you bc, even tho the other song is Freddie bleeding his soul out? I STILL FUCKING do the worm to every last song here, except maybe Pink Floyd cos they are in a different universe man.

    🎸

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      I love that you connect so strongly to rock music Sam! 🙂 I think you need to get yourself a cool new leather jacket though!

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  3. missparker0106 avatar

    You’ve done a fabulous job of describing what it is to be a rock fan. I especially like the fact you bring up that you can be walking around in a particular band’s/artist’s t-shirt and have a great connection/conversation with a complete stranger. That has happened to me so many times about shared love for David Bowie. I rarely go out without a Bowie t-shirt on, plus my red mullet attracts attention. I’ve even had people comment on my custom car license tag “ZIGSTAR.” I’m an introvert (IFNJ), but love talking about Bowie with strangers.

    One other point–the artist/band appreciates and acknowledges their fans–onstage, in interviews. face-to-face. That goes a long way to affirming a fan’s self-image as a rock fan.

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Thank you! 🙂

      You know I did think about you and your love for Bowie while I was writing this post I figured someone so passionate about him would have had this situation happen. I have had this happen myself with many bands to be honest and even more since I started doing the website “Oooh you do a rock website, what bands do you cover” = New friend every time!

      You know that is something I should have touched on more as this is something the rock sphere does much better than other genres!

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      1. missparker0106 avatar

        Thank you for thinking of me. 🫠And I agree–I think rock fans have the tightest bond of all. It’s a genre that has existed since the 1940s and it brings people together who think they are too “different” to fit into society. Definitely a strong glue that holds us together.

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        1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

          It is a place where people who are different can be the same as others all in their own unique way

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  4. Mike Hartley avatar

    Really good piece.

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Thanks so much! 🙂

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  5. unblogeningles avatar

    Wow, it’s amazing how you describe music! Great job!

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Thank you so much ❤️

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  6. lyndhurstlaura avatar

    What you’ve said resonates, especially about turning up the volume. I don’t know quite how that improves it, but it just does. You’ve got some great examples here, but I guess ‘Paranoid’ was the first track that really spoke to me, and the album was the first I bought. Thereafter, Led Zeppelin was a favourite, with ‘Whole Lotta Love’ up there; back in the day we’d sit between the two speakers, the better to experience that guitar sliding from one to the other. Gold. 😎

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      It really does make life better by turning that volume up!

      Some excellent songs and albums you have mentioned 🙂

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  7. Divinity Brownwood avatar

    When I was a teenager, rock music cranked up helped me channel my anger in a positive way. Now, when my mood and energy levels are low, I use it to perk me up. And you know remind myself of my younger angry days 😅

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Sounds like a very valid and solid plan to me 🙂

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  8. Dominic Alapat avatar

    This is a damn good post. Very well written. The feeling of belonging to a rock community spread all over the world is special. I remember a pair of jeans I had in my teens where I wrote ‘The Doors’ on one leg, and ‘Jethro Tull’ on the other with a black marker pen. I remember a John Lennon poster I had on my wall. Also, I remember an old brown suitcase in which I had my cassette collection, and on which I wrote the names of many of my favourite acts. You bring back wonderful memories. Cheers!

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    1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

      Thanks very much Dominic! 🙂

      I am glad that those memories came flooding back to you, but it also sounds like you really knew your rock music too! 🙂

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      1. Dominic Alapat avatar

        There are more ardent rock fans than me, people who know their rock better than I do, though I cherish this music and culture with all heart and mind. India has some really die hard rock and metal fans.

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        1. Fox Reviews Rock avatar

          As long as you love rock music that is all that matters 🙂

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  9. ibarynt avatar

    The rebellion, the clothes, the art? 😆

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