Fan Of The Month

JULY 2025

LAUREN

1.  When did you first become a fan of Dashboard Confessional?
I'm from Boca Raton and, although Chris had been playing there for many years before that, I had only first discovered Dashboard on MTV2. But when I found out that he grew up and lived in the same town as me, I felt instantly connected! I got into the local South FL punk/indie scene around that time, so I know exactly what Chris talks about whenever he mentions the community we had. It was like nothing else!

2.  How has Dashboard Confessional affected your life?
The lyrics and music make me feel things that I cannot express myself. Dashboard has always been there, almost like an older brother, that I can look up to and lean on when I need them most. Also, going to Dashboard shows are my favorite thing in the world! I've met some of my best friends at Dashboards shows.

3.  If you have attended a Dashboard Confessional concert - what was it like for you?
I have honestly lost count of how many shows I've attended. It's been 20+ years of shows. Some of my favorites were the "secret" show at Propaganda in Lake Worth just before Alter the Ending came out, around 2009, where Chris played Belle of the Boulevard before anyone had ever heard it. Another was the record release of Crooked Shadows at Grimeys in Nashville in 2018. And I can't forget about Tuesday nights at Lion and Eagle in Boca Raton in 2013.

4.  Any suggestions for what we can do/set up for Saints & Sailors Fan Club?
I think it would be great to have a special pre-show hang session with all of the saints and sailors members at each show. Maybe a special place set aside that any members can say hi to each other if they want to.

5.  If you could give Dashboard Confessional a message - what would it be? 
I'd have to say thank you Chris for being the amazing, talented and genuine person that you are. The way you keep your fans connected is really special. I'm so proud to call myself a Dashboard Confessional fan!

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