Many years ago my wife and I went to see Alabama in concert. After the last number, Randy Owen came down to the edge of the stage and signed an autograph for a fan as the band played an extended outro. Well, the flood gates opened and many many people headed to the stage for one. He graciously signed everything that was handed to him. After about 10 minutes, the band ended the song and wandered off stage. We were near the end of the line to get an autograph and when we made it to the stage I asked him if there would be a second show later that night and he said no. He didn't think it would be fair to those attending the second show because they were tired and couldn't put on as good a show for them.
And he thanked every person who asked for an autograph. That's the only autograph I've ever asked for.
I know its unrealistic to say this about an entire genre of music but Country acts seem to be more thankful for their fans and much more polite than others.
Best,
PJ
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