Should Stevie drop the Edge Walk?

[Sorceress]

Originally Posted by danax6

Because it's what is expected.

There's got to be more to it than that. Yes, she probably fears disappointing those who come to her shows, but would she really value pleasing people over the safety of her fans? Granted, gum in the hair is not a safety issue, but I think we've all acknowleged the potential for something more serious. Point being, she must gain enough from it to make it worth the risk. Ah, but who knows the mind of Stevie?

This is an interesting discussion--everyone is making good points. I'm over the other night now, but still think the whole question is worth examining.

[Macfanforever]

Hell No,It's a classic.Not to bust stones, I think FM should have some kind of a walk.I love to have a chance to shake Lindseys hand or even MIcks or Johns also in that matter.

[Newzchspy]

[ And, people who pay attention would know it would take place only during songs when she's wearing gloves, since she became worried about fan cooties a couple of years ago and never does the walk without the gloves anymore. (Not that I blame her! )


When did she start that. I had first row at Allstate for TISL in Chicago and she didnt have gloves. I noticed this summer in Chicago and last Friday at Rosemont the gloves??? What prompted this, germs???

Glenn

[kathy1]

i don't think that she should drop the edge walk she has been doing it for years at her shows.

[danax6]

Originally Posted by Sorceress

There's got to be more to it than that.

Not really.

Yes, she probably fears disappointing those who come to her shows, but would she really value pleasing people over the safety of her fans?

Honestly, I think the ~safety of her fans~ is the last thing on her mind.

If they want to run up there like a stampede of angry gazelles, only to then elbow each other blue, scratch each other's eyes out and kick each other in the shins... that's their problem. It's not Stevie's job to look out for those who act like they are still 13 and at a Backstreet Boys concert.

The Edge walk is stupid. Get rid of it, Stevie.

[jannieC]

What people are describing as Edge Walk Hell- sounds like my entire experience at my last Stevie show. I had third row seats which of course translated to being at the stage for the entire performance. What I experienced was lots of bullying and bull**** from people to be in the front, only to talk loudly during the show and take pictures.

I'm torn about the Edge Walk. It took me 20 years worth of concerts to make it and it really was exciting to have Stevie hold my hand for that brief moment. It wasn't like I felt that we had *connected* or anything- it was just fun! On the other hand, if people are being total a-holes and making it an unsafe environment, I guess I can see the viewpoint of wanting it gone.

[kathy1]

i have never been front row for any of her concerts and to do the edge walk because i can't afford those prices they charge for the front row seats.

[jannieC]

Originally Posted by kathy1

i have never been front row for any of her concerts and to do the edge walk because i can't afford those prices they charge for the front row seats.

Kathy, believe it or not, I paid face value for the third row seats- same thing with Fleetwood Mac during SYW.

[JazmenFlowers]

well, mine may not be the popular opinion, but w/e. I honestly don't think she should drop it and I don't have the energy to really back up why I feel that way, but again, w/e.

[Steviefan49]

Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers

well, mine may not be the popular opinion, but w/e. I honestly don't think she should drop it and I don't have the energy to really back up why I feel that way, but again, w/e.

I'm with you Jaz! I don't think she should drop it either! Most of our venues, here in Texas are SOOOOO "Over-run" and Monitored with our "Gustapo police" that people CAN"T act like idiots up toward the stage! They only let the "Pit" seat crowd up to the stage anyway! It all works out - and I definitely think Stevie needs to keep that part of her show!

[darla]

I totally agree. I did have the chance to shake Stevie's hand
for the other side of the mirror tour. When the time came, I just
couldn't do it. People was pushing and I think her shaking hands is going
thru the motion. If she see's alittle child it makes a difference.
Saying hi instead of a handshake would be better. But I felt
weird trying to shake her hand. I let her pass me and onto others
who were reaching out to her.
I would rather have 30 seconds and tell her how grateful I am then
to push and try and shake her hand.
Does that make sense????

Darla

Originally Posted by camchristo

^Let me clarify my position a little bit. I do find it an annoyance, yes. But not just because I've shaken her hand before. I would find it an annoyance even if I hadn't. I feel weird about the whole thing. Why? Well, frankly, I agree with danax6. I think Stevie does it because she thinks it is what is expected of her. I don't think she really enjoys it or sees it as connecting with her fans. I think she might enjoy saying "hi" to the little kids that are up there on occasion, but beyond that? Not so much.

Does that make sense? I go to the show and always try to sit in the first few rows because I really enjoy the music and the performance and I like to have a good view of the show. I like to sit close at any show. I don't really have any delusions of connecting with Stevie by shaking her hand. She's shaken so many hands she wouldn't remember from one show to the next.

In general, you connect with someone when you get to know them. Shaking her hand is not getting to know her. Now if I could sit down and have dinner and drinks with her, we might connect. I'm not trying to be ****ee, just trying to explain my own thoughts on the matter.

[Macfanforever]

Originally Posted by Newzchspy

[ And, people who pay attention would know it would take place only during songs when she's wearing gloves, since she became worried about fan cooties a couple of years ago and never does the walk without the gloves anymore. (Not that I blame her! )


When did she start that. I had first row at Allstate for TISL in Chicago and she didnt have gloves. I noticed this summer in Chicago and last Friday at Rosemont the gloves??? What prompted this, germs???

Glenn

Yea I agree on wearing the gloves.I whould too.Hum Maybe Stevie should start a new trend, by throwing the gloves out to the fans. at the end of EO17. Like Lindsey chucks his giutar pick out to the crowd at the end of the concert.ya I can see the gloves posted on Sleezbay for $500 bucks already.

[belladonnadream]

I don't think Stevie should drop the Edge walk~ only if she decided to just trip up the pace and do something different~ I think this gives her the opportunity to experience how adored she is by her fans~ only a Stevie audience could do this for so long~

[SuzeQuze]

Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers

well, mine may not be the popular opinion, but w/e. I honestly don't think she should drop it and I don't have the energy to really back up why I feel that way, but again, w/e.

Well 42 people say to keep it so it is the popular opinion. I agree, keep it. The onus is on the security at the venue, I've never had an issue with the walk.

Also, I think she wears the gloves when it's cold, not because of germs.

[darla]

I too always sit in the front. I like to feel the concert.
If it makes the fans feel good and Stevie then so be it, let the walk
stand. I just wave and if she waves back I am happy.

Darla