I’m sad not to see a much celebrated physical response not on the list–especially as it involves the use of one’s hands. Jonathan, I’m sure you will remember the 1. ROCK, 2. DOUBLE ROCK, and 3. QUADRUPLE ROCK.

1. As every concert goer knows, the ROCK is a much used hand sign, generally meaning, “Hey band/artist, the music you are playing/just finished playing is totally rocking me!”

These are the hook-em horns, but the gist is pretty much the same.

The ROCK is generally used as a replacement for applause. I mean, clapping really isn’t a rock’n'roll kind of thing, is it? Its also not uncommon to yell, “Raawwk!” while performing the ROCK.

2. The DOUBLE ROCK is naturally an amplified performance of the ROCK. As you know, the DOUBLE ROCK is created by making two fists and placing them thumb to thumb (as if you’re riding a bike with extremly small handlebars) and sticking out your pinky fingers. Lift above head in rocking manner.

I’ve found myself using the DOUBLE ROCK typically at shows of bands/artists I really like (i.e. Those that score in my Top 25 All-Time) and particuarly during/after songs that effectively rocked me. Use sparingly and don’t forget to yell, “Dubble Raawwwk!!!”

3. The QUADRUPLE ROCK is of course used only in extremly rocked conditions. I would be hard-pressed to think of a performance from a musician that involved one that wasn’t in my Top 5 All-Time or something like that. Also, I think the only time I’ve seen it used is at a show’s finale. The QUADRUPLE ROCK is a two-man operation. Again, make fists and place alternating end to end with your partner. The two end fists should stick out their pinky fingers, thus creating the ultimate ROCK. Lift skyward. Of course, at this point you should yell “Kwadroopul Raaaaaawwwwwwk!” At the top of yoru lungs. If the show did indeed rock to QUADRUPLE ROCK standards, this final outburst will sufficiently propel you into Rocked Out Nirvana; a mythical land of tatooed, flying pegases.

Or is it pegasuses?