Are We Growing Up, Or Just Going Down?

I have an issue with one band in particular for the past couple years because in my eyes, along with a lot of other Chicago kids, they had "sold out"... But then again... what band hasn't sold out? If a band wants to make it anywhere in this business they're gonna have to break a few fences and expand their horizon a little... Not every local band stays local, and when they do go big, why do all of their old fans diminish and call them sell outs? They're just trying to reach more people and maybe land a label, tour and do what they love, play music... so if that means selling out... then every band should sell out. And if you're a fan of a band that makes it big then you should support them in every way you possibly can... if you truly love their music and what they are doing then it shouldn't be such a big deal that their going on tour or doing a commercial or on a sound track... to be honest with you... if this band is a local band and they're doing anything other than playing gigs around the area you should be excited for them... they need all the support and encouragement as they can! You were their fan first, and if you go to shows and shit, they'll remember you forever... they'll know they have the most support from you when they come back home...

Don't hate on bands that are trying to make themselves known and might sell out... that's what bands do, they start out small and local, but if you want them to succeed, then you're going to have to let them grow and expand. And with the love and support from you as a "local" fan, they will do some great things...

So. here's my apology:

Dear __(insert band name here)_ ,

I'm sorry I hated on you guys for so long, and called you sell outs. I enjoyed your time as a local Chicago band, and I love your music. I will always support you music, if you ever choose to make more of it.. to be honest your last album sucked.. minus maybe one song. But, you guys didn't sell out.. you just needed to grow into a mature band... which you did, and even though I wasn't as much of a fan anymore, I still bought all your albums and supported you guys. You will always be one of my favorite Chicago bands and I will remember you forever. Thanks for the memories... hahaha... yeah i just made a song reference.

Love, Suzie

ok. I'm done.

Bands don't sell out, fans do. Don't be a shitty fan.