SIL - Great question. I like concerts too. I can't remember how long I was sober before my first concert. But I do know that I didn't drink. For me it was my own attitude that needed to change about the concert/music experience. I now know that seeing double of the band on stage doesn't happen anymore. That was my old experience.
But what really helps me stay sober is looking at some of the people in the parking lot or inside the venue who are already drunk or stoned on whatever their drug of choice is for the night before the concert even starts. I know from my own alcohol & drug use history that the concert will just be a blur for them. What a waste of time and money.
I like remembering and enjoying the concert experience.
PS - As an aging over 50 semi geezer I wear earplugs at concerts now. Feel free to poke fun at me for this.... and get off my lawn!
