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Concert ticket prices…

Thought I’d treat myself to Bruce Springsteen concert tickets for the upcoming show in April til I saw the price for 2 tickets. Almost $2k for upper mezzanine 😞. Everything is becoming so unattainable.
PatKirby · M
I saw The Eagles...Heart......and Ted Nugent at the same concert with a friend (two tickets) all for only $30 (Front Row seats) back in the day.

That's about a 6,667% increase in price. Somebody's getting jacked at Ticketmaster.
MasterLee · 56-60, M
@PatKirby priest?
PatKirby · M
@MasterLee

Yep. Saw them 4 times and actually met them at a record shop.

Try even finding a record shop these days.
PatKirby · M
@MasterLee
Sorry folks, gotta take 'em down before some smarty pants copies my work. Personal policy.
Jackaloftheazuresand · 26-30, M
The man had one good song, has garbage opinions, and live music has terrible sound quality. Just a reminder that it would never be worth it.
@Jackaloftheazuresand Which one is the "one good song"?
LadyBronte · 56-60, F
I wouldn't pay $2 to see that talentless hack. But that's just me.
MasterLee · 56-60, M
He couldn't pay me enough to listen to his music.
nedkelly · 61-69, M
Not worth it, he is worth $650 million dollars he has made from his music career from the public, time to give back and charge $100 maximum per show
smiler2012 · 56-60
@nedkelly 😄 a bit like a manchester united season ticket not worth the paper it is written on
nedkelly · 61-69, M
@smiler2012 I see Pep will have to spend another $650 million on more players after getting a thrashing yesterday, Man City were all over the place
smiler2012 · 56-60
@nedkelly 🤔 they got beat in fergie time did they not ned😄
I'd rather go to the panto or see a musical for that price... I can get front row, box of popcorn, drink, programme and t-shirt for that price - then the taxi home/
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
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kodiac · 22-25, M
Just might be worth it.The best sax solo ever ,won't be the same without Clarence. [media=https://youtu.be/lW1RAYYs8RI]
@kodiac clarence's nephew joined the e street band. Not a patch on Clarence but the boy can play.

I could not listen to Junglelands after Clarence died, until i saw Bruce at the Olympic Stadium and he played it.
graphite · 61-69, M
Hasn't this been attributed to a reversal of fortune? It used to be, musicians did concerts to promote album sales. But digitization has killed music sales and all the artists have left is concerts, as far as making money. Your local music store probably closed years ago.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
That is very true. It is just sad to see happen. Nothing compares to visiting a record store (yes I’m old lol) and going to a couple of concerts a year@graphite
PatKirby · M
@graphite

Bingo! This is exactly what happened. Several famous musicians have complained about this and how it has affected their ability to not only create music, but also to pay for the logistical costs of touring. Some artists have even sold their rights to their music resulting from decreased sales due to streaming.
graphite · 61-69, M
@PatKirby If I want to hear a song, it's almost certainly on YouTube. I'll bet the artist gets a half-penny for each play.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
Right? For that price he better serenade me or something 😅
Starcrossed · 41-45, F
That's insane.
TheLordOfHell · 41-45
Damn! If it were Zepplin, I'd gladly pay 2k. But not for him. Maybe 500.
ArishMell · 70-79, M
Is that the venue or Springsteen's management charging so much though?

They'll end up wondering why they have dwindling audiences if they carry on like that.....

Upper circle. I have never really understood the attraction of circle seats, because they are so far from and so high above, the stage. Boxes are even worse, giving a very strange viewing angle from well away to the sides of the auditorium. That whether for a music or drama performance.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@ArishMell it was thru ticketmaster. Anything below mezzanine was $5-8k for 2 tickets! I have to think that these prices are approved by the artists.
ArishMell · 70-79, M
@TimeStandingStill I must admit I'd not trust an agency not to put on massive middle-men fees; and would ask why the venue is not selling tickets directly. Or if it does, what it charges for the same seats.

The artists might not have much say in the matter, but I don't know if that is the case here.
MarineBob · 56-60, M
How much of that is the singers take? By the he approved tbe price of the ticket.
QCDog2659 · 61-69, M
I know!! After seeing him 30 times, I cannot afford to make it 31.
BackyardShaman · 61-69, M
I only do venues that seat 300 or less, plenty of really good artists play these places and tickets are often 35 or 50 bucks a piece and you get a more personal show, less the distracting lights and smoke, etc. that’s my preference, go for what you enjoy if the high ticket acts are worth it for you.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@BackyardShaman definitely not a fan of high ticket prices. I am going to a smaller event in 2 weeks, it is a benefit concert. Unfortunately, not very much difference in price since it was for benefit.
smiler2012 · 56-60
{@timestandingstill] 🤔 besides the fact i would not pay two pound to watch spring spleen😄 either you must be a big fan or have plenty of cash to me personally its obscene and is it really worth the money
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@smiler2012 that’s just it, I don’t have a lot of cash lol. I just don’t know how people afford this.
smiler2012 · 56-60
@TimeStandingStill unless they save up i have no idea 🤷‍♂️
hunkalove · 61-69, M
I saw The Beatles for $5.50.
Midlifemale · 61-69, M
I started looking into buying some good concert tickets myself until I saw the prices...wow!
Like $300 to $900 each ticket ....!!!!
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@Midlifemale I know, it’s completely insane!
Midlifemale · 61-69, M
@TimeStandingStill I was thinking of doing some weekend trips for concerts...travel to a nice city for a weekend vacation and see a concert. But even driving a few hours to the place...2 nights in a hotel and the concerts and dinner out.....like $2500..... unbelievable.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@Midlifemale yep. I just sold tickets to one in March because the last one I went to in January added up to over $800 between tickets, hotel and food
LunarOrbit · 56-60, M
I paid $500 per ticket for Keith Urban and that was front row pit with back stage meet n greet and gift bag. Incredible performer.
Even shook his hand. 😎
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
That sounds awesome!!!@LunarOrbit
Azlotto · M
As much as I like "The Boss" I'd never pay that much.
Have you looked at different ticketing apps? They're not the same across all platforms. You may have to shop around to find a good deal.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
I should just afraid of not knowing the real ones from the dozens of fake ones. @PrincessVelvet
uncalled4 · 56-60, M
I saw Bruce about 20 years ago. Gave it his all, as he's famous for. But playing live, it's still the 2% who can command a price like that. And it does not trickle down. The rest of us are squirrels trying to get a nut.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
I did as well. Guess I should hold on to that . It was an awesome concert at the Garden!@uncalled4
hunkalove · 61-69, M
@uncalled4 i saw him about 40 years ago. The River tour. Free ticket because my boss was a local politician. Great show!
spice1 · M
Yes I know what you mean then you have to deal with the ridiculous prices for drinks and snacks.
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
Exactly which can easily add up!@spice1
Rickichickie · 56-60, F
Here is an explanation, not that it would help with your frustration.
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/bruce-springsteen-ticket-controversy-1391011/
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
Thank you! Interesting article but Ticketmaster, like most other monopolies lately, can explain the reasons why but unfortunately the consumer is not seeing this. Nor are we seeing the norm ticket price they are talking about. It is a shame. @Rickichickie
TBone · M
I don't blame you! There’s not a band out there I’d pay that kind of money to see. Not even Pink Floyd! 😏
I got tickets to see him in London in July. £90 a ticket
TimeStandingStill · 46-50, F
@InOtterWords oh wow!! Here those prices are non-existent.
Omg ! I love "The Boss” but $2,000 ? Dayum. 😵

 
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