I go to a bunch of shows and do meet people, but often they're either partnered or too young (these are edm shows). On the apps 95% of women I see, that are attractive to me, are not into this music… I feel a bit 'isolated' at my age relationship wise because of this. I just got done with a second date and a lot of the time I'm just thinking, if this person doesn't share this massive passion with me how could I be with them? I want to go to shows with them. Dance with them. Share our memories, experiences, artists, music, etc. It is what I dedicate SO MUCH of my time, energy, and love into.
This isn't me necessarily looking for advice for anything, more of a rant and hoping for some solidarity. I make this music and all my close friends are into it so it is just…frustrating.
Edit: forgot to mention that these events and me sharing and making music is when I am at my absolute happiest. There is nothing more enjoyable to me than enjoying an artist or song live with someone you love. I did it with prior partners for 15 years and it is something I don't want to forgo the rest of my life. It isn't just me listening to this music in the car and at home. It is a quintessential part of me and my life.
I produce and perform this music as well. It isn't just listening to it.