Darlings of 2007 indie rock Arcade Fire have distanced themselves from some weirdly specific dress code requirements for an upcoming show in Brooklyn that’s going to be livestreamed by Apple.
“PHONE-FREE VIEWING EXPERIENCE:No cellphones, cameras or recording devices will be allowed at this show. Upon arrival, all phones and smart watches will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be unlocked at the end of the show. Guests maintain possession of their phones throughout the night, and if needed, may access their phones at designated Yondr unlocking stations in the lobby.“WHAT TO WEAR:Our dress code is HIP & TRENDY as if you are going to a concert or night out with friends! The event is standing-room-only so please plan accordingly.“PLEASE DO NOT WEAR shorts, large logos, flip flops, tank tops, crop tops, baseball hats, solid white or red clothing. We reserve the right to deny entry to anyone dressed inappropriately.“WHAT TO EXPECT6:30pm: 1iota Check-in Opens7:45pm: 1iota Check-in Closes8:30pm – 9:00pm: Everything Now Live“
Between having to give up their sweet, cherished mobile device and being confronted with the hideous words “hip” and “trendy” (who says this), people were quite perturbed.
Band has nothing to do with a dress code or taking people’s phones. Must be an @apple thing. Maybe Black turtlenecks 🙂
— win butler (@DJWindows98) July 24, 2017
Statement faxed in from Tannis Wright, social media strategist for @EverythingNowCo re: Brooklyn “rules.” pic.twitter.com/pqgrT3JBwj
— Arcade Fire (@arcadefire) July 24, 2017
If dress code is “hip and trendy”, band members will not be allowed through the door…hip and trendy people will have to play the music ??
— Arcade Fire (@arcadefire) July 24, 2017
Band announces, “Wear whatever you want to any show.” This has been an actual band announcement ?? https://t.co/2jtHzHojJD
— Arcade Fire (@arcadefire) July 24, 2017
They told me I can’t go now because of all this. 🙁
— Arcade Fire (@arcadefire) July 24, 2017