Being a Black Woman at Boyband Shows: Navigating Alienation and Belonging

The GOATs: New Kids on the Block

As a Black woman who loves boybands, attending shows like Big Time Rush, New Kids on the Block, and O-Town has been a bittersweet experience. While I am grateful to have the opportunity to see some of my favorite artists perform, being one of the few Black women among a sea of white fans can feel incredibly alienating. Despite this, I always try to maintain a…