True Colors

What started out as a good time in the ATX, on a Thursday night for The Gathering turned sour when a couple of disrespectful folks from out of town claiming to have luv for Austin,TX started snatching microphones from event coordinators and local artist on stage, in two separate incidents of the night.

Not trying to put anyone in particular on blast, there was no love nor loyalty among those that put on for the city, whether it was for fear of catching a case, or getting hit in the face. Violence is not a common thing around Austin shows, usually people don't go into a show expecting something to pop off especially when its about promoting and showcasing talent. Question to the perpetrators : How are you going to do a show and be disrespectful to the individuals that allow you to get your shine? Those in attendance know who you are.

I will not mention names because this post is not to go around with the he said, she said. All I will say is the watchful eye and good Samaritan efforts of AR15 assisted while "so called" friends were watching from the sidelines as their partner was taking head shots from two or three dudes. After inhaling pepper spray from the police presence, which they had no other choice while trying to restore order, Whoufeelin was able to make an exit without being physically hurt, though I lost a shoe in all the diversion of being shoved.

A lot of fake individuals were outside claiming to be down to represent and have one another's back, but when push came to shove up in the club, everyone was for themselves. To think Whoufeelin was in attendance to show support and do a write up on the enthusiasm of the local scene, Im now annoyed by the bad choices a few made to ruin the moment and set in bad emotions.

Know your friends, and whose got your back. I'm just thankful no one followed through with the claim of pulling out a gun and shooting someone. Shout out to DJ Notion, DJ Grip, DJ WoodyWood, Crew 54, Pimpin Pen, Young Mexicans on the Rise, Lil J of COD, and all the lovely ladies that were kind enough to pose before all the madness ensued.

Suggestions for future shows: have security ready should something pops off, track lights to spotlight on the artist while they are on stage. Keep random individuals from jumping on stage. Why the hell should individuals be on stage for 4 songs and its not even their show, NEXT.