SLIPKNOT, DISTURBED, IN FLAMES Members Discuss 'Moshpit' Phenomenon; Video Available

February 7, 2009

Norwegian national television channel NRK aired a report on the moshpit phenomenon as part of its "Lydverket" music program. The eight-minute segment, which includes interviews with members of SLIPKNOT, IN FLAMES and DISTURBED, can be viewed below.

According to Wikipedia, "moshing, or slamming, refers to the activity in which audience members at live music performances aggressively push or slam into each other. Moshing is frequently accompanied by stage diving, crowd surfing, and headbanging. It is commonly associated with concerts by hardcore punk, heavy metal, and alternative rock and rock artists in general.

"Moshing primarily takes place at live shows, though it can be done to recorded music, too. In the 2000s, many variations of moshing exist, such as 'thrashing,' and the dance is practiced at concerts of many musical genres. Moshing is typically done in an area in front of the stage which is referred to as the mosh pit or simply pit.

While moshing is seen as a form of positive feedback or reflection of enjoyment from live audiences, it has also drawn some controversy over its dangerous nature. However, it is generally agreed that moshers are not trying to harm one another and follow an unwritten 'moshing etiquette,' or pit hospitality, which promotes safety through behaviors such as immediately helping fallen audience members back to their feet to avoid their being trampled."

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