Author: Shekinah
The first time I saw Neon Trees perform was March 18, 2011 at Universal Studios, Orlando Florida Mardi Gras. I had no clue who the band was but it was something to do for the day so I went to Universal and waited 2 hours 30 minutes for Mardi Gras to start and for them to come out. As they performed I stood and watched as the crowd around me screamed for them, I didn't know any of their songs not even Animal but their passion rocked me. At one point in the show Tyler Glenn stopped to talk about bullying he said “It breaks my heart to see young lives ending too soon because of nonsense bullshit and bullying” I could see the tears in his eyes as he said this. The raw genuine passion throughout the entire show rocked me to my core. My life changed that night. I went home after the concert and immediately bought Habits, the bonus edition off of iTunes and bought Calling My Name and Never Tear Us Apart as well.
Music is that place that we can all go for a pick me up. Music is that place in our lives that is secure and special for each of us individually. I'm 19 years old and I'm just now finding that with Neon Trees. When I listen to their music I'm inspired and I'm safe. When I listen to their music the pain from constantly being bullied, the pain from rumors, the pain of my family's problems melts away. Their music gives me a place to belong, a place to relax and feel secure about myself. Their music makes me feel confident and beautiful and normal.
The second time I saw Neon Trees perform was May 1, 2011 at Sunfest, West Palm Beach Florida. It was complete Magic. Going to see them this time as a fan and not a stranger was a completely different experience. I knew every song. I sang along with every song. I danced. I cried. I screamed. It was Magic. I fell in love with Neon Trees all over again. I was able to meet all of the Trees after the show. They signed my ticket and gave me high fives and hugs. Branden thanked me for a gift I gave him, Chris thanked me for singing along during the show, Tyler said he recognized me from twitter, that he appreciated all of my supportive tweets and that I was beautiful, Elaine danced and sang with me and she gave me a high five. All I was expecting was for them to sign my ticket they gave me so much more and they will never know how much that has impacted my life. They have changed me. I will be going to see Neon Trees for the third time on May 18, 2011 Your Surrender Tour, Jacksonville Florida and hopefully again on September 1st in New York.
I went to Mardi Gras on March 18th as a stranger just looking for something to do. I left as a Maniac, an Addict, and a Tree Hugger a dedicated fan completely mind blown by this amazing group. I love Neon Trees because they are so incredibly genuine and passionate about what they do. I have learned how to be proud of who I am and I have learned that I shouldn't be ashamed to let my Freak Flag Fly High. Neon Trees does not make music for the money or the fame they do it because they believe in the power of music. They believe in their fans. They believe in me. For them I am a Maniac and for them I try to give back as much as they have given me. I am completely inspired to be incredible because I am apart of a fan base that supports an incredible group of people who make incredible music.
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Author: Sara
Neon Trees means so much to me. The music has gotten me through some pretty rough times. Their music suits all of my moods. Doesn't matter whether I'm sad or happy. I'll get up & dance to their music no matter where I am. In fact, just last week, YOUR SURRENDER played at work & I danced right then & there. They tell their fans to be who they are & lift them up.
They exude LOVE & AFFECTION!! & I feel it! They make me feel like I've known them since childhood whenever we hang at a show. They make me feel even more loved than family & friends that I've known all my life.
Everyone that knows me will tell you that I talk about Neon Trees almost all of the time. About shows, where they currently are located in the world, how amazing Tyler's hugs are, how rockin' Elaine is, the quirkiness of Chris, & how mean Branden can strum on the bass. The radio DJs know me as Sarah Neon Trees Pina because I'm always calling in to request their songs. They haven't seen a bigger NT fan, so I've been told.
Most of my wardrobe is inspired by the band. I don't even know how much self made NT gear I have. They've taken over my closet, my radio, my ears, my soul & my heart! I've bought several copies of Habits & handed them out to friends as well as random people.
I absolutely can't forget about the amazing friends & family I've met through the band. THE TREEHUGGERS & MANIACS! I've met so many of them at shows & have become great friends with a lot of them. We can share the love that we have for the band with each other that others don't understand. Neon Trees have a permanent place in my heart now & ALWAYS!
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Why do I love Neon Trees?
The first time I heard Neon Trees was one of very few times I was listening to the radio (my iPod happened to be dead). I was in a bad mood because I had recently gotten kicked out of the place I was living with a friend, another friend had decided that smoking pot was more important than keeping me as a friend, I was living out of my car and was dealing with some health issues. So Animal comes on and from the first set of claps I forgot what was wrong in my life. I couldn't help but dance while I was driving (to a doctor appointment no less). Then while I was at the appointment getting blood drawn (I'm terrified of needles) I distracted myself by humming the song I had just heard. I went to the library with my laptop and looked up who it was and downloaded the songs I could find.
Throughout the last year Neon Trees have been there through everything... Losing my job, ups and downs with my health (I've been good for about 8 months now, since my life settled down a little), losing a friend (who was in the military and we're pretty sure was murdered for being gay) and oh so much more. ANYTIME I'm a little down, I reach for my iPod or my phone and blast Neon Trees. It brings me out of my funk. I got to see them on My Chemical Romance's World Contamination Tour (in Des Moines) and I even "met" Tyler (I was staying at the same hotel, saw him checking in after the show, said "Hey, you guys were awesome tonight." He said Thanks. I ran to my room with the food I was heating up. )
I wish I had had the guts to ask for an autograph or a quick picture, but he looked tired and I didn't want to be a bother. Besides I'm really shy that way...
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Author: MariaHey Tree Huggers!! I'm Maria and I'm from [...] I'm a HUGE Neon Trees fan and I'm going to tell you why. The Neon Trees are a special band that doesn't just write great and catchy songs, but they have meaning to them. They actually put thought into each song so that it doesn't just become a single on the radio, but the whole album is just absolutely amazing! Each member of the Neon Trees is an inspiration and they aren't afraid to be themselves on stage. When I first bought their album back in December, I knew they would be a band that will eventually become a bigger band that everybody will eventually know of! Hopefully, they will be performing on awards shows someday. But anyways, when I went to my first concert back in March, it was an experience I will never forget. They didn't just sing their music, but they made it fun by running around the stage and getting the crowd hyper! I will also be seeing them again May 27th at Cleveland's House of Blues. I would love to win this concert because the Neon Trees have shaped my life in many different ways.
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Author: Kayla
I love Neon Trees with all of my heart. I love how unique they are and their music makes me feel understood. They show people that it's okay to be different and to break the status quo. Not to mention that their songs are beautiful. I've met them twice and they're the nicest people I've ever met! Even made my own Neon Trees jacket. If I won this vinyl copy of Animal, I will be the happiest maniac/tree hugger in the world! Thank you. Happy Birthday Trees Huggers!
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Author: Rhia
I absolutely adore Neon Trees. <3 Mr. Glenn's voice just gives me so much energy. The fact that he's over-coming his heart problem and still kickin' ass inspires me so much to follow my heart. Their tunes have helped me through so much since Habits dropped.
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Author: Giovanna
Hello Tree Huggers team! I just read the initiative that you created for your birthday and it is totally awesome!
I love Neon Trees because they are a source of inspiration for me, my idols and they saved my life every time I play, because their music helps me to overcome difficult times and accompany me in the most beautiful.
They are talented, I know their songs by heart and would love to meet them someday.
I have their CD Habits autographed but I don't have a vinyl of Neon Trees. I'd really like to have one, would be a great birthday present which is the next May 20.
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Author: Tara
Why do I love Neon Trees?
First off, their music was the first in a long time that when I heard it on the radio I had that “oh yeah” feeling. You know what I mean. That feeling that moves through you until you can't wipe the smile off your face and you're hungry for more. I love that it's impossible to NOT move your body when you hear their music. I love that they are musicians who are true to their music and what they want to put out there. I love that when you hear them play a song acoustically you get a whole new appreciation for the song and their talent. I love that they are genuine role models and take that seriously. I love that they reach out to their fans and show a sincere appreciation of them. I love that they encourage everyone to be themselves and fly their freak flag high. I love that you can see they really enjoy what they are doing; they get into their own music and they seem genuinely grateful for being able to do so. I love the positivity they put out there. I love that I truly feel every song and never tire of any of them.
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Author: Shane
I love Neon Trees. They are so unique and distinct in sound. The way ALL of their songs on Habits are very catchy and fun to sing along to make me love them even more. I was blown away when I saw them headline for MCR in Oakland. How everyone sang Animal together was amaZing. They will go a long way. As for when I first heard Habits, I can listen to it all day on repeat and never get tired of it. Well, that's it. Oh and Elaine is a badass drummer and Tyler's hair is sassy. XD
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