Shoes For Onstage ... Reason ... Musical Genre

[mrjim123]

There are a few shoe threads in the Miscellaneous forum, but I'd like to expand on the theme a little; so:

1. What shoes do you wear onstage? Include photo(s) if you can.

2. Why did you choose this/these shoe(s)? Comfort? Looks?

3. What genre(s) of music do you play?

Personally, I wear white tennis shoes or something casual. They have to be relatively new and clean. I choose shoes for looks because my feet (knock on wood) never get sore or tired. I play rock, country, R&B and have played polka and ethnic music.

 

[DirtDog]

Black Blundstones. They go with anything and are super comfortable. Chisel toe model is extra stylish!

 

[fdeck]

Black wing tips. Any genre.

 

[mrjim123]

Black Blundstones. They go with anything and are super comfortable. Chisel toe model is extra stylish!

"Chisel toe"? Could that be used in self defense?

 

[mrjim123]

Black wing tips. Any genre.

That you, Dan (Akroyd)?

 

[wraub]

Black t shirt, mil-spec camo pants, older-than-old-skool Nike hi-tops (2 tone grey/blue).

Reason: comfort/traction

Music style(s): Rock, funk, r&b/groove

 

[MD]

Depends on what color my cargo shorts will be for that evening.

 

[TigerInATrance]

I wear these in a Dead tribute band... Super comfortable and stylistically appropriate.

 

[40Hz]

ASOS Chelsea Boots. Go with anything I wear. Look classy. And I get compliments from the ladies about them.

 

[callofcthulhu]

This is the only pair of shoes I own:

Thorogood 804-6379 Men's 8 Inch Power EMS & Wildland NFPA Station Boot

 

[DirtDog]

"Chisel toe"? Could that be used in self defense?

Absolutely!

 

[Wasnex]

There are a few shoe threads in the Miscellaneous forum, but I'd like to expand on the theme a little; so:

1. What shoes do you wear onstage? Include photo(s) if you can.

2. Why did you choose this/these shoe(s)? Comfort? Looks?

3. What genre(s) of music do you play?

Personally, I wear white tennis shoes or something casual. They have to be relatively new and clean. I choose shoes for looks because my feet (knock on wood) never get sore or tired. I play rock, country, R&B and have played polka and ethnic music.

I usually wear a pair of black Justin Ropers.

They are cheap and work regardless of whether I am wearing jeans or a tux. Not so great with cargo shorts though . They have a walking heal so they are relatively comfortable. I also wear them when them to ride motorcycles.

I play mostly jazz and cover music ranging from funk to rock to country.

 

[wmhill]

I love my Doc martens. Comphy, sturdy, long-lasting and pretty good grip on a slippery stage. These have played from top 40, modern "Nu Metal" oldies, and now yacht rock.

 

[gln1955]

These Merrells are the most comfortable casual shoes I've ever owned. Not flashy obviously, but go great with jeans and a dress shirt. Classic rock bar band.

 

[tekhedd]

Well, if the gig is longer than just one set, it's always:

Skechers for Work Men's Felton Slip Resistant Relaxed-Fit Work Shoe

OSHA requirements describe all the qualities you need in a shoe designed to survive a gig environment: waterproof, nonslip, shock hazard protection, memory foam insole, not too much arch support. The only drawback is they don't breathe, and wear out fairly quickly. I'm into my second pair now.

 

[2saddleslab]

Either Chuck T's or Bullboxer boots, depending on the gig. Music is Americana.

 

[Windowliquor]

This. As well as the complementary one on my left foot. The "Pro" model with the thicker inserts because I'm not a yung'n and neither are my knees. I bounce and lunge a lot when we play, and need something semi-grippy. Never shorts, cargo or otherwise. Blinding white chicken stems ain't appealing to anyone.

 

[Kro]

At the moment, these are my go-to. IMO a good alternate to Chucks and Old Skools.

I wear them primarily for looks, but they're pretty comfy as well. Music is rock.

 

[dalkowski]

+1 to Blunnies. Puma suedes in summertime. Music is jazz/blues

 

[LuckyScott]

I wear converse all stars, AKA "Chucks"
I have a bunch of different colors.
I have to also let you know when Im not on stage my shoe of choice is
also Converse All Stars.