Rockfordians Weigh In: Trends That Should Stay in 2024

As we roll into 2025, what trends would you love to see stay in the past & what would you love to see more in this new year?

One trend that I think should definitely stay behind in 2024 is the disrespect some fans show artists at their own concerts. Over the past year, we’ve seen tons of videos of performers being hit with flying objects mid-performance.  Like, why?

When you go to a concert, you’re there to enjoy the show, the music, the artist breathing the same air as you.  The experience is so important — not jeopardizing the safety of the very people who create the music we love.

Throwing things on stage is dangerous, it’s disrespectful, and it needs to be left behind in 2024. Let's normalize respecting artists!  Imagine they have to cancel their entire set because of you throwing unnecessary stuff on stage.  You'd be the world's most hated person!

I took to Facebook to ask what trends you think should stay in 2024, and aside from the constant political battles (I'm eye rolling so hard) that go nowhere and change nothing, here are some of the better responses.

Rockfordians Weigh In: Trends That Should Stay in 2024

• Taxes
• Parents being mean to kids for TikTok reactions
• Pants hanging like a toddler
• No more car washes with free vacuums
• Bullying (should've never been a thing anyway)
• People who say “I was today years old” (we get it... you're old)
• Food prices

It's a new year to create a better future for yourself!  Start some healthy trends in your life this year, cut out the unnecessary drama and let's have an amazing start to 2025.

What trends are you hopeful for in 2025?  Happy New Year!