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Fans and Friendships: The Power of Live Concerts among Chinese Young Adults

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  • Lyu, Yingjue

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 This qualitative study explores the concert-going experiences of Chinese young adults, focusing on the role of parasocial relationships and interactive ritual chains in shaping their emotional engagement and social interactions. Through in-depth interviews with nine participants, the research reveals how social media fosters parasocial relationships, enhancing fans’ emotional connections with pop stars and motivating concert attendance. The study also examines the ritual of exchanging souvenirs, which strengthens communal bonds and distinguishes true fans through their non-commercial exchanges. The findings contribute to a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted appeal of live pop music concerts.

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  • Lyu, Yingjue, 2024. "Fans and Friendships: The Power of Live Concerts among Chinese Young Adults," Insights in Media and Journalism, Scientific Open Access Publishing, vol. 1(1), pages 15-20.
    • Handle: RePEc:axf:imjaaa:v:1:y:2024:i:1:p:15-20
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