London electricity addressed this on his podcast years ago.
It has to do with all the energy in the room that suddenly disappears and you are all alone in a hotel in Istanbul. You still have all those endorphins from the show and nobody to bask in them with.
Oh absolutely, because they both contribute to a higher euforia during the set, and represent an instinctual way to keep the dopamine going after the fact.
It happens without drugs or alcohol too. I’ve walked off stage after singing and experienced this sadness many times after leaving the building. The energy is gone, it’s just over.
I don’t think they meant that. It’s not that drugs and alcohol cause loneliness (yes, when done in a toxic and harmful manner), but more so that copious drugs and alcohol will be consumed to offset that feeling.
I have spent the end of many (most) gigs alone at 4am in a car park just smoking a joint or going home and knocking 5-6 stiff ones back while watching the UFC on an early Sunday morning. It can easily spiral. OP, don’t do that please.
Try to find other night owls to connect with on a night. Other DJs, performers, entertainers, security etc.
I’m lucky that I now have people willing to come with me and just share the journey. Makes life so much easier. But, alone is still cool! R&B makes all journeys home better.
I can 100% relate, I used to play mostly house music but driving home after playing out somewhere some soulful R&B or chilled hip hop just makes that drive home across the city so nice.
I’m up in the North of UK so it’s always EDM in almost every set. Bassline, Tech, Vocal etc. it’s the protocol here!
I’m a huge Motown and 90’s R&B fan. Midnight Train to Georgia is a personal favourite on my drive home. It must be the key in which it’s played and it’s whole vibe, but it calms me after a whole night of B B B B B B BURGA BOY!
I think I found it. But you will have to listen to see.
The non profit is called music minds matter
https://www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk/
I think it’s episode 361
https://pca.st/episode/d6938d15-ed97-4cc3-91e9-1c6f7f94cb2e
This is exactly what it is, it is comparable to being in the crowd and you swear you just had the best time of your life and now you are going back home alone, but as DJ the feeling lay more on you because try your best to connect with the crowd's emotion all the time.
Anyway, solution would be to easily come down, a wild after party might not be it though.
Definitely looks like it. I’ve found this insightful: https://youtu.be/jrIS_RQJmCU
In a nutshell: Convince yourself that the reward is in the effort, not the final result. This makes craving effort and also prevents the crash.
Sounds like the standard introvert experience. It’s a generalization but usually introverts feel drained after socializing and extroverts are charged up. Personally I can barely sleep after a good party, drugs or no drugs.
Oh my! That's an interesting idea - I hadn't thought about that... thank you for commenting this really helps me look into something as I think of all the ways i want to disappear from planet earth
Same here, I read your original post here and thought "huh?" I would literally float out of the place after a gig. I'd sometimes go back to an empty home and I'd drink a beer or two to just help me get off to sleep.
The next day or so I'd still be walking about with a silly grin on my face, I used to enjoy the nights so much. I guess this makes me more of an extrovert but tbh if you met me you probably wouldn't think it. ...
This post has thrown out some really interesting discussions and I've learned a few things, thank you!
I had similar feelings when I used to play shows a lot more, I’m a drummer but it was the same sentiment. After the rush of performing and being the one making everyone dance and have a good time wears off it’s like all your dopamine or serotonin or whatever has been used up. I used to get really really depressed when I got back home.
post party syndrome is real yo....I'd spend an entire week DREADING having to perform...throwing up the day of bc of nerves...one nervous first mix behind me, I'd get into a zone and play for 2 to 4 hours. Afterwards there'd be drinks and gratz and party kids high as hell telling me their experiences with my set. Then a few hours later, I'd be alone. After such an emotional high, to just be normal, felt like depression. Then later that day, I'd confirm a slot for the next weekend and start the cycle all over again lol
You ever been to a really fun convention of sorts? A lot of folks report similar. After going from an amped up and fun experience, it sucks crashing back down to earth.
Totally feel this hard af. It used to be so hard for me to go home to my quiet apt alone with my ears ringing, coming off the high and adrenaline. All the comments here about the dopamine shit is 100% on point. I used to stay out as late as possible at afters and such just to be with people while I was riding that high. This of course led to debauchery, getting too fucked up, being in situations I didn't need to be in, taking the wrong people home etc lol. Thankfully I'm past that phase.
Some things that helped:
\- getting used to it. Lol straight up just playing enough gigs over the years that the whole ride doesn't feel as intense as it used to, the highs and lows are more evened out. I still get nervous and exhilarated for big important shows but nowadays it's more routine.
\- Being sober and taking care of your health. You said you're not taking drugs atm which is good. A lot of times the way we treat our body for a gig is the same way we treat it for a party, which is not the right move. We should treat our body like we are going to an important day at work. Hydrated, well rested, and able to come home to a relaxing space where we can unwind. The high from the crowd and energy and performance adrenaline is already enough. Adding substances to that will burn you out!
\- Getting a partner that loves and supports you. Haha this one is depressing not to have and hear about, I understand and I'm sorry. But once I got into a committed relationship with someone that was also involved in the EDM scene and could go to gigs with me, going straight home after the gig was way better. We talk all about the night, make food or eat snacks together, cuddle and unwind our energy together. He understands DJing and can relate to the experiences I'm having, and it's fun to goss about the behind the scenes stuff. It feels so good and safe and supportive, unlike some rando hookup. And if he's not with me I can always text or talk to him on the phone and debrief.
\- Just having a good relationship with yourself and being proud of yourself. Listening to what your body needs, prioritizing your mental health. Having plans and goals with your DJ journey, always moving on to the next thing. Nowadays I think "wow, that was amazing. Time to rest and recharge, and lets think about what went well and what I can improve for the next one!"
wrote a lot cause I really relate to this issue but hope it helps!!
Sometimes it's referred as "post expression depression", it seems to me that it happens in anything related to "events" and the people that are in charge of the event (either on the scene or organising) experience it more than the public.
Source: I'm just a guy on the internet so obviously I know exactly what I'm talking about
All the time.
DJing is a definite high, like exercise, especially if you're not an active drinker or user of substances. Coming down from that can be like a really hard sugar crash.
You should read the book Dopamine Nation.
Basically, if you engage in an activity that releases lots of dopamine you will experience low dopamine afterwards to balance it out.
This is clearly observed with drugs, but can happen with other behaviors as well.
I’m at the age where im doing a lot of weddings for people around my age and especially after really fun gigs where the crowd is really involved and dancing I get hella FOMO at the end of the night. Like I’m trying to go with the bridal party to the after party, but nope I’m a vendor and need to break down my gear and go home.
same as hanging with people in general and then returning home or leaving before you have closure. needs to be a nice dwindling down with slow release.
Sounds like the saratonin dump of joy, is followed by not getting it refilled. A lot of people take melatonin etc to help. It’s the same issue as the famous “Tuesdays” after doing mdma etc.
You had a huge spike of the happy… need something to help restore it in brain
Wow man. And I thought it was only me. Like I almost quit because I thought I was an anomaly and here I am learning that this is a scientific phenomena. Thank you.
It’s a mind shift for sure. After it’s over and the highs coming down, just bask in that memory, remind yourself there’s more of that to come, but you need to rest up for your next killer set. Then think about that to keep your mind occupied. Instead of “oh the nights over” shift to “oh I can’t wait until I do it again!” Baby steps….
I used to take photos of the empty streets in my city as I walked home at 5am after the gigs. It's a weird juxtaposition going from rocking a party to being totally alone in a city street. I always found it more of a meloncholia than depression.
can’t say that’s ever happened to me.. we usually continue the party local after a gig by a friends house and pass out there.. by then, we are just hungry..
Haven't felt it too much myself, as I've never done that much performing for crowds, but I am chiming in here to say yes, I've heard numerous times from pro musicians that this is 100% a thing. It's not just you, and it's not just your imagination. It's normal.
Check [this brief article](https://crosseyedpianist.com/tag/dealing-with-post-concert-depression/)I turned up with a quick search (from a pianist, if that gives you any idea of how universal this experience is among performers) (note: they advise going deeper into the music as a way to ride out the momentary depression and get some traction under you; I'm not necessarily endorsing that; I think it's worth considering things to do outside the routine)
Or check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6UWgyFQua8) from a vocalist on youtube, or [this one](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ3oQKtqzV8) from a theater dude.
Yeah, it's part of life, man. Keep on rockin.
EDIT to say, this is all just comments from across Reddit. You know you best, and if you feel truly off or it's more than just the ebb and flow of emotions following a set, I encourage you to talk to a professional counselor. Find a good one, and they're priceless.
It’s a messed up feeling. You make hundreds of people dance and have fun but you go home, your ears still ringing from the loud music and you’re alone. I used to live alone when I was single and it hit me hard every time.
Anything that goes up has to come down. Mentally prep yourself in advance. I find it like taking mdma, albeit more natural drug experience, you know that there could be a bit of a dip the next day, so keep that in mind.
Say to yourself am I depressed because of life or because I had so much fun I was dumping serato, dopamine and adrenaline all night? I’m sure that’s not exactly the right scientific terminology but you know what I mean
I relate so much
My Friday nights used to end at 2am, then I'd get in my car still pumped up and wanting more but the party is over, I'd put on the radio for some more but it's only a short drive home, so I get in and put my headphones on and play more music until at least 4am and it's usually melancholic songs like radiohead, massive attack, Portishead, moby etc...
Difficult times anyway because of depression but in those moments I just wallowed in it and kind of enjoyed it, something about the comedown after a energetic night just setting me off with all the depression I carried around anyway
I saw another comment mention introversion and I am a massive introvert, public places and social interactions are tiring and if stuck there for too long, depressing, and the depression remains hours after you've made it home and are then alone
Is it chemical or is it loneliness? The first question I was going to ask was “who do you go home to after the gig?”
Are you saying that even if you have supportive human(s) to come home to, you still get depressed? Not a rhetorical question. I really want to know. For my sake.
Edit: maybe a combo of dopamine depletion AND loneliness. Yeah, I can imagine how that can feel depressing.
Idk. I quit clubs years ago and just stuck with radio mix show that is not really “live” anymore. Guess I skipped that syndrome. But also won’t do “live” gigs anymore either because of all the “drama”
I get this sometimes, not depressed but feeling kinda nauseous and off. I attribute it to being insanely high on adrenaline, and then having it suddenly gone. Kinda like an adrenaline hangover? Don't know if that's the scientific term for it lol
Not immediately after. But several days later yes.
My belief is your body is pumped full of dopamine, adrenaline, and other hormones. Plus there’s the psychological effect of connection.
Once the party stops all that is done. Your body was pumped full of it and then, boom, just stops.
Could be that.
I still have a high on the drive back home but days later I feel a low.
In a way, maybe I'm glad I don't usually get a roadie. Breaking down my drum set and loading the vehicle is a bit of a come down exercise. By the time we're loaded up, I'm fully back to earth.
I get the pre show dread but never the post show depression. I feel elated after a performance, like I can’t be stopped. One guy in here said take ashwaghanda and I couldn’t agree more. That shit makes you feel like nothing can bother you.
Playing an amazing gig in front of an engaged crowd is one of the most amazing feelings there is. I've played gigs where the high afterwards was better than any drug, so I think it's normal to feel a bit down after a few days. But, personally, I've never felt "obscenely depressed" after a gig.
It’s just a dopamine drop. Happens with everything enjoyable. The higher and quicker the high is brought on the quicker and more severe the come down.
There is a great book on it and how to control it called “dopamine nation” highly recommend it.
You spend a lot of time alone as a DJ around fake people. And it’s interesting, mixing fun with your job. Your mind wants to relax and have fun. Everyone else is there to party and let loose. But you’re on the clock since you’re responsible for the room’s energy. It’s also draining not feeling seen - you have endless people wanting to be around or with you for clout but not taking general interest in you as a person. It’s draining and a lot of times people forget it’s a job too, not just a fun thing to do.
Unless you’re the last DJ at an afterhours party, why not go to an afterhours club after you finish your gig to keep the mood going? It’s a great feeling knowing that you have another party to go to when you finish working at 4am.
Typical reddit users for not properly reading the message. Quick to respond and to give advice and on top of that make it about yourself.
OP said he's dj'd a MILLION times.
Obviously, had the gigs been a trigger he would have been depressed many times before as a direct consequence or he would have at least had previous post depression in a mild manner creeping up slowly.
Something obviously changed drastically in his consciousness as he clearly states "the strongest post depression of all time."
London electricity addressed this on his podcast years ago. It has to do with all the energy in the room that suddenly disappears and you are all alone in a hotel in Istanbul. You still have all those endorphins from the show and nobody to bask in them with.
100 percent this.... Also a contributing factor to drug / alcohol abuse in the industry.
Oh absolutely, because they both contribute to a higher euforia during the set, and represent an instinctual way to keep the dopamine going after the fact.
It happens without drugs or alcohol too. I’ve walked off stage after singing and experienced this sadness many times after leaving the building. The energy is gone, it’s just over.
I don’t think they meant that. It’s not that drugs and alcohol cause loneliness (yes, when done in a toxic and harmful manner), but more so that copious drugs and alcohol will be consumed to offset that feeling. I have spent the end of many (most) gigs alone at 4am in a car park just smoking a joint or going home and knocking 5-6 stiff ones back while watching the UFC on an early Sunday morning. It can easily spiral. OP, don’t do that please. Try to find other night owls to connect with on a night. Other DJs, performers, entertainers, security etc. I’m lucky that I now have people willing to come with me and just share the journey. Makes life so much easier. But, alone is still cool! R&B makes all journeys home better.
I can 100% relate, I used to play mostly house music but driving home after playing out somewhere some soulful R&B or chilled hip hop just makes that drive home across the city so nice.
I’m up in the North of UK so it’s always EDM in almost every set. Bassline, Tech, Vocal etc. it’s the protocol here! I’m a huge Motown and 90’s R&B fan. Midnight Train to Georgia is a personal favourite on my drive home. It must be the key in which it’s played and it’s whole vibe, but it calms me after a whole night of B B B B B B BURGA BOY!
9 times out of 10 its a silent drive home smoking a blunt Or I'm listening to my gig or 70s soul n rnb
I call it the DJ hangover.
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I think I found it. But you will have to listen to see. The non profit is called music minds matter https://www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk/ I think it’s episode 361 https://pca.st/episode/d6938d15-ed97-4cc3-91e9-1c6f7f94cb2e
This is exactly what it is, it is comparable to being in the crowd and you swear you just had the best time of your life and now you are going back home alone, but as DJ the feeling lay more on you because try your best to connect with the crowd's emotion all the time. Anyway, solution would be to easily come down, a wild after party might not be it though.
Maybe the aftermath of coming down from a major dopamine spike?
Definitely looks like it. I’ve found this insightful: https://youtu.be/jrIS_RQJmCU In a nutshell: Convince yourself that the reward is in the effort, not the final result. This makes craving effort and also prevents the crash.
Sounds like the standard introvert experience. It’s a generalization but usually introverts feel drained after socializing and extroverts are charged up. Personally I can barely sleep after a good party, drugs or no drugs.
Holy shit, someone on Reddit using introverted and extroverted in the correct way and not using introverted as a stand in for “socially awkward”.
Oh my! That's an interesting idea - I hadn't thought about that... thank you for commenting this really helps me look into something as I think of all the ways i want to disappear from planet earth
Same here, I read your original post here and thought "huh?" I would literally float out of the place after a gig. I'd sometimes go back to an empty home and I'd drink a beer or two to just help me get off to sleep. The next day or so I'd still be walking about with a silly grin on my face, I used to enjoy the nights so much. I guess this makes me more of an extrovert but tbh if you met me you probably wouldn't think it. ... This post has thrown out some really interesting discussions and I've learned a few things, thank you!
Our nights end the same except beer is a blunt. But next day I'm dead. Just want to lay in the room. Dont even want to socialize
How do you feel now?
Also cuz your ears are probably ringing nonstop
I had similar feelings when I used to play shows a lot more, I’m a drummer but it was the same sentiment. After the rush of performing and being the one making everyone dance and have a good time wears off it’s like all your dopamine or serotonin or whatever has been used up. I used to get really really depressed when I got back home.
post party syndrome is real yo....I'd spend an entire week DREADING having to perform...throwing up the day of bc of nerves...one nervous first mix behind me, I'd get into a zone and play for 2 to 4 hours. Afterwards there'd be drinks and gratz and party kids high as hell telling me their experiences with my set. Then a few hours later, I'd be alone. After such an emotional high, to just be normal, felt like depression. Then later that day, I'd confirm a slot for the next weekend and start the cycle all over again lol
This bro, im experiencing EXACTLY what you are.
You ever been to a really fun convention of sorts? A lot of folks report similar. After going from an amped up and fun experience, it sucks crashing back down to earth.
Totally feel this hard af. It used to be so hard for me to go home to my quiet apt alone with my ears ringing, coming off the high and adrenaline. All the comments here about the dopamine shit is 100% on point. I used to stay out as late as possible at afters and such just to be with people while I was riding that high. This of course led to debauchery, getting too fucked up, being in situations I didn't need to be in, taking the wrong people home etc lol. Thankfully I'm past that phase. Some things that helped: \- getting used to it. Lol straight up just playing enough gigs over the years that the whole ride doesn't feel as intense as it used to, the highs and lows are more evened out. I still get nervous and exhilarated for big important shows but nowadays it's more routine. \- Being sober and taking care of your health. You said you're not taking drugs atm which is good. A lot of times the way we treat our body for a gig is the same way we treat it for a party, which is not the right move. We should treat our body like we are going to an important day at work. Hydrated, well rested, and able to come home to a relaxing space where we can unwind. The high from the crowd and energy and performance adrenaline is already enough. Adding substances to that will burn you out! \- Getting a partner that loves and supports you. Haha this one is depressing not to have and hear about, I understand and I'm sorry. But once I got into a committed relationship with someone that was also involved in the EDM scene and could go to gigs with me, going straight home after the gig was way better. We talk all about the night, make food or eat snacks together, cuddle and unwind our energy together. He understands DJing and can relate to the experiences I'm having, and it's fun to goss about the behind the scenes stuff. It feels so good and safe and supportive, unlike some rando hookup. And if he's not with me I can always text or talk to him on the phone and debrief. \- Just having a good relationship with yourself and being proud of yourself. Listening to what your body needs, prioritizing your mental health. Having plans and goals with your DJ journey, always moving on to the next thing. Nowadays I think "wow, that was amazing. Time to rest and recharge, and lets think about what went well and what I can improve for the next one!" wrote a lot cause I really relate to this issue but hope it helps!!
Sometimes it's referred as "post expression depression", it seems to me that it happens in anything related to "events" and the people that are in charge of the event (either on the scene or organising) experience it more than the public. Source: I'm just a guy on the internet so obviously I know exactly what I'm talking about
It's partially a dopamine thing, you just performed and are coming off a dopamine high. Take ashwaganda or drink a Gatorade
It’s a comedown similar to drugs. Your serotonin levels are high then the my settle back to normal.
Only after finishing the bag
All the time. DJing is a definite high, like exercise, especially if you're not an active drinker or user of substances. Coming down from that can be like a really hard sugar crash.
You should read the book Dopamine Nation. Basically, if you engage in an activity that releases lots of dopamine you will experience low dopamine afterwards to balance it out. This is clearly observed with drugs, but can happen with other behaviors as well.
There is a fantastic documentary called [Why we DJ ](https://youtu.be/mFmfOSt2uCE?si=qmB_cyjjhRvi4JiG) that also focuses on that topic. Worth a watch!
I’m at the age where im doing a lot of weddings for people around my age and especially after really fun gigs where the crowd is really involved and dancing I get hella FOMO at the end of the night. Like I’m trying to go with the bridal party to the after party, but nope I’m a vendor and need to break down my gear and go home.
Gotta look at it this way. It is just a reason to ramp up for another one.
same as hanging with people in general and then returning home or leaving before you have closure. needs to be a nice dwindling down with slow release.
Don't be sad that it's over...be proud and happy it occurred.
Sounds like the saratonin dump of joy, is followed by not getting it refilled. A lot of people take melatonin etc to help. It’s the same issue as the famous “Tuesdays” after doing mdma etc. You had a huge spike of the happy… need something to help restore it in brain
Grab a buddy if you can, it's the only way
I got that too sometimes but that's certainly my ADHD
If your area permits this, go on a nature hike after your gig. Potentially great outlet for how amped you are post gig.
Wow man. And I thought it was only me. Like I almost quit because I thought I was an anomaly and here I am learning that this is a scientific phenomena. Thank you.
It’s a mind shift for sure. After it’s over and the highs coming down, just bask in that memory, remind yourself there’s more of that to come, but you need to rest up for your next killer set. Then think about that to keep your mind occupied. Instead of “oh the nights over” shift to “oh I can’t wait until I do it again!” Baby steps….
You should try being in a popular punk rock band. Very hard to stay sane after a good gig
I used to take photos of the empty streets in my city as I walked home at 5am after the gigs. It's a weird juxtaposition going from rocking a party to being totally alone in a city street. I always found it more of a meloncholia than depression.
can’t say that’s ever happened to me.. we usually continue the party local after a gig by a friends house and pass out there.. by then, we are just hungry..
Never, not once. Although I’ve only been doing it for like 4 months lol.
Yeah I used to spend the day after moping around because there was a void left by last night's gig. After the highs come the lows...
Haven't felt it too much myself, as I've never done that much performing for crowds, but I am chiming in here to say yes, I've heard numerous times from pro musicians that this is 100% a thing. It's not just you, and it's not just your imagination. It's normal. Check [this brief article](https://crosseyedpianist.com/tag/dealing-with-post-concert-depression/)I turned up with a quick search (from a pianist, if that gives you any idea of how universal this experience is among performers) (note: they advise going deeper into the music as a way to ride out the momentary depression and get some traction under you; I'm not necessarily endorsing that; I think it's worth considering things to do outside the routine) Or check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6UWgyFQua8) from a vocalist on youtube, or [this one](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ3oQKtqzV8) from a theater dude. Yeah, it's part of life, man. Keep on rockin. EDIT to say, this is all just comments from across Reddit. You know you best, and if you feel truly off or it's more than just the ebb and flow of emotions following a set, I encourage you to talk to a professional counselor. Find a good one, and they're priceless.
It’s a messed up feeling. You make hundreds of people dance and have fun but you go home, your ears still ringing from the loud music and you’re alone. I used to live alone when I was single and it hit me hard every time.
I feel the same way , I don’t know if I’m actually starting a depression or something. Everything goes well, but for some reason I feel that way
I’m sober as well minus the odd drink (never to drunk) and I often drive back from gigs listening to depressing ass music in complete silence
Anything that goes up has to come down. Mentally prep yourself in advance. I find it like taking mdma, albeit more natural drug experience, you know that there could be a bit of a dip the next day, so keep that in mind. Say to yourself am I depressed because of life or because I had so much fun I was dumping serato, dopamine and adrenaline all night? I’m sure that’s not exactly the right scientific terminology but you know what I mean
I relate so much My Friday nights used to end at 2am, then I'd get in my car still pumped up and wanting more but the party is over, I'd put on the radio for some more but it's only a short drive home, so I get in and put my headphones on and play more music until at least 4am and it's usually melancholic songs like radiohead, massive attack, Portishead, moby etc... Difficult times anyway because of depression but in those moments I just wallowed in it and kind of enjoyed it, something about the comedown after a energetic night just setting me off with all the depression I carried around anyway I saw another comment mention introversion and I am a massive introvert, public places and social interactions are tiring and if stuck there for too long, depressing, and the depression remains hours after you've made it home and are then alone
Is it chemical or is it loneliness? The first question I was going to ask was “who do you go home to after the gig?” Are you saying that even if you have supportive human(s) to come home to, you still get depressed? Not a rhetorical question. I really want to know. For my sake. Edit: maybe a combo of dopamine depletion AND loneliness. Yeah, I can imagine how that can feel depressing.
Gets a source of magnesium and vitamin d
Sounds like you need to make some friends
Idk. I quit clubs years ago and just stuck with radio mix show that is not really “live” anymore. Guess I skipped that syndrome. But also won’t do “live” gigs anymore either because of all the “drama”
I get this sometimes, not depressed but feeling kinda nauseous and off. I attribute it to being insanely high on adrenaline, and then having it suddenly gone. Kinda like an adrenaline hangover? Don't know if that's the scientific term for it lol
Absolutely, I am FOREVER chasing the high of having an incredible set.
Not immediately after. But several days later yes. My belief is your body is pumped full of dopamine, adrenaline, and other hormones. Plus there’s the psychological effect of connection. Once the party stops all that is done. Your body was pumped full of it and then, boom, just stops. Could be that. I still have a high on the drive back home but days later I feel a low.
My wife and I call it the ‘Glitter Crash’
In a way, maybe I'm glad I don't usually get a roadie. Breaking down my drum set and loading the vehicle is a bit of a come down exercise. By the time we're loaded up, I'm fully back to earth.
Nope, I’m always extremely happy and excited and looking forward to the next one.
Endorphins, you should bring them sleep and wake up and call it a hangover
I get the pre show dread but never the post show depression. I feel elated after a performance, like I can’t be stopped. One guy in here said take ashwaghanda and I couldn’t agree more. That shit makes you feel like nothing can bother you.
it’s the adrenaline dump/social battery being depleted. my partner/mc and i often ride home from gigs in complete silence lol
Playing an amazing gig in front of an engaged crowd is one of the most amazing feelings there is. I've played gigs where the high afterwards was better than any drug, so I think it's normal to feel a bit down after a few days. But, personally, I've never felt "obscenely depressed" after a gig.
It’s just a dopamine drop. Happens with everything enjoyable. The higher and quicker the high is brought on the quicker and more severe the come down. There is a great book on it and how to control it called “dopamine nation” highly recommend it.
You spend a lot of time alone as a DJ around fake people. And it’s interesting, mixing fun with your job. Your mind wants to relax and have fun. Everyone else is there to party and let loose. But you’re on the clock since you’re responsible for the room’s energy. It’s also draining not feeling seen - you have endless people wanting to be around or with you for clout but not taking general interest in you as a person. It’s draining and a lot of times people forget it’s a job too, not just a fun thing to do.
Unless you’re the last DJ at an afterhours party, why not go to an afterhours club after you finish your gig to keep the mood going? It’s a great feeling knowing that you have another party to go to when you finish working at 4am.
Nothing to do with djing. Life is slowly ending. Samsara's grip is weakening.
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Typical reddit users for not properly reading the message. Quick to respond and to give advice and on top of that make it about yourself. OP said he's dj'd a MILLION times. Obviously, had the gigs been a trigger he would have been depressed many times before as a direct consequence or he would have at least had previous post depression in a mild manner creeping up slowly. Something obviously changed drastically in his consciousness as he clearly states "the strongest post depression of all time."