# Concert Vlog Trends > Concert Vlog Trends is a 2021+ video trend where attendees film short-form clips of performances, outfit reveals, and "get ready with me" routines on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Concert vlog trends describe the wave of short-form video content created around live music events, where attendees film and share clips of performances, outfit reveals, crowd reactions, and "get ready with me" routines on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. The format picked up steam in the early 2020s as short-form video platforms became dominant and live events returned after pandemic lockdowns. Concert vlogging sparked ongoing debate about phone culture at shows while becoming one of the most recognizable content genres on social media. ## Origin Concert filming existed long before smartphones, but the modern concert vlog trend took shape as short-form video platforms matured. TikTok's merger with Musical.ly in 2018 created the infrastructure for music-driven content[1]. The real explosion came in 2021-2022, when live events resumed after COVID-19 lockdowns and audiences brought their newly developed short-form content habits into venues. The format aligned perfectly with how Generation Z already consumed and created content on platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts (launched in 2021), and Instagram Reels[1]. The "get ready with me" subgenre borrowed from existing beauty and fashion content but recontextualized it around concert attendance, turning the pre-show routine into shareable content. - **Platform:** TikTok (primary format), Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts (cross-platform spread) - **Creator:** Unknown (community-created trend) - **Date:** 2021-2022 ## Overview Concert vlog trends cover a family of short-form video formats built around the live music experience. The most common formats include filming the actual performance (usually a phone-lit crowd shot with the artist on a distant stage), "get ready with me" videos before the show, outfit check compilations, post-concert emotional recaps, and edited montages set to the artist performing. The content typically runs 15 to 60 seconds and uses vertical video formatting native to TikTok and Instagram Reels[1]. What makes the trend distinctive is that the concert itself is often secondary to the personal narrative. Creators frame the event around their outfit choices, friend group energy, crowd interactions, and emotional reactions rather than providing a straightforward recording of the music. ## How It Spread The trend spread rapidly across platforms in 2022-2023, driven by major tours from artists like Taylor Swift (Eras Tour), Beyoncé (Renaissance World Tour), and Harry Styles (Love On Tour). Fans created elaborate multi-part vlogs covering outfit planning, travel, the show itself, and post-concert analysis. TikTok's algorithm favored this content heavily. Concert clips with popular audio snippets could reach millions of views, creating a feedback loop where attending and filming became inseparable activities. YouTube Shorts, which expanded its maximum length over time and collectively earned over 5 trillion views within six months of launch, provided another outlet for concert content[1]. Instagram Reels served as the platform of choice for more polished, aesthetic-focused concert edits. The trend also sparked significant backlash. Artists including Bob Dylan, Jack White, and others implemented phone-free policies at shows. Venue operators experimented with Yondr pouches that lock phones during performances. The debate between "experience the moment" purists and content creators who view filming as part of their concert experience became a recurring online argument throughout 2023-2025. ## How to Use Concert vlog content typically follows a few common structures: **Pre-show GRWM:** Film yourself getting ready, trying on outfits, doing makeup, and building hype. Usually set to a song by the artist you're seeing. **The show itself:** Hold your phone up during key moments (opening song, biggest hit, encore). Vertical video, often shaky, crowd noise mixing with the performance audio. **Post-concert recap:** Film yourself immediately after, emotional and hoarse, sharing reactions. "I just saw [artist] and I am NOT okay" is a common opening line. **Full montage edit:** Combine clips from all three phases into a 30-60 second edit with transitions synced to a track from the concert. Creators often add text overlays describing their emotional state, the setlist highlights, or context about how long they waited for the show. ## Cultural Impact Concert vlogging changed how venues, artists, and promoters think about live events. Some artists began designing shows with "TikTok moments" in mind, creating visual set pieces that look good on vertical phone screens. The Eras Tour in particular became a content machine, with fans creating themed outfits for each "era" specifically to film and share. The trend also drove ticket demand. Seeing concert vlogs on TikTok created FOMO that translated directly into sales, with promoters acknowledging that viral concert content functioned as free marketing. Short-form platforms essentially became the primary discovery and promotion channel for live events[1]. On the flip side, the phone-filming culture drew criticism from music journalists, older concertgoers, and some performers who felt screens created a barrier between artist and audience. ## Fun Facts - YouTube Shorts collectively earned over 5 trillion views within six months of launch, with music and concert content among the top-performing categories[1]. - The vertical video format that defines concert vlogs only became standard after TikTok's rise. Earlier concert recordings on YouTube were almost always horizontal. - Some fans attend the same tour multiple times specifically to create different content from each show, treating each concert as a new filming opportunity rather than a repeated experience. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What are concert vlog trends? Concert vlog trends refer to the practice of creating short-form video content around live music events, including pre-show preparation, performance clips, and post-show reactions, shared primarily on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts[1]. ### Where did concert vlog trends come from? The trend grew out of the broader short-form video boom that accelerated after TikTok merged with Musical.ly in 2018 and expanded when live events returned post-pandemic in 2021-2022[1]. ### What does concert vlog content mean? It represents how younger audiences experience and share live music, turning concert attendance into a multi-phase content creation process rather than a purely in-person experience[1]. ### How do you make a concert vlog? Film vertical video clips before, during, and after a concert, then edit them together with text overlays and music. Common formats include GRWM (get ready with me), live performance clips, and emotional post-show recaps. ### Are concert vlog trends still popular? Yes. As of 2025-2026, concert vlogging is still one of the most active content genres on TikTok and Instagram Reels, driven by ongoing major tours and festival seasons. ### Why do people film concerts on their phones? For many attendees, especially Gen Z users, creating and sharing content is part of the live experience itself. Short-form platforms reward concert content with high engagement, creating an incentive loop[1]. ### What is a concert GRWM? A "Get Ready With Me" video filmed before attending a concert, showing outfit selection, makeup, and excitement building. It became one of the most popular sub-formats of concert vlogging. ### Are artists against concert filming? Opinions vary. Some artists embrace phone culture and design shows for social media visibility. Others have implemented phone-free policies using Yondr pouches or similar technology. ### What platforms are most popular for concert vlogs? TikTok is the primary platform, followed by Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. Each platform favors slightly different editing styles, but all support the vertical short-form format that defines concert vlog content[1]. ### How did the Eras Tour affect concert vlogging? Taylor Swift's Eras Tour (2023-2024) created an enormous wave of concert vlog content, with fans documenting themed outfits, friendship bracelet exchanges, and surprise songs across hundreds of shows. ## References 1. [Short-form content]() --- Source: https://meme.com/memes/concert-vlog-trends Published by meme.com — The Internet Meme Library