In recent months, there has been no shortage of critical voices regarding rising ticket prices. Fans point out that a few years ago they were kept within reason, and today it is more profitable to go to a concert abroad with a paid trip and call for a boycott of ticket companies operating in Poland. Over a thousand zlotys for a performance by Beyoncé, Mötley Crüe or Metallica is just the tip of the iceberg. However, the scale of the problem is greater, and history knows cases when the ticket had to be paid even more.
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He has been a fan since childhood. That’s how much he paid for the band’s great comeback
A devoted fan is willing to do anything to see their favorite artist live. This is best illustrated by the history of Led Zeppelin concert tickets. On December 10, 2007, they performed at the O2 Arena in London, which was in some ways a significant date in the group’s life – they played together for the first time since the death of drummer John Bohnam in 1980. The lamented musician was replaced by his son, Jason. More than 20,000 people were eager to hear the great return of hard rock giants. Tickets, which already cost a lot at the initial stage, about $ 250, sold out at a record pace. They were resold on sales sites for 10,000, and a young Scotsman – Kenneth Donnell – paid over 160,000 for them, buying two pieces for 83,000 each. pounds for seats up front, on the left side of the stage. “My dad saw them a few times, so I’ve been a lifelong fan. It’s a kind of soundtrack to my life – said the 25-year-old about the beginning of his fascination with the band.
Donnell was invited to the NPR show Madeleine Brand. The host asked the Led Zeppelin fan if the concert was worth the price.
Of course it was worth it, yes definitely. Of course, I’ve never seen them live before, but last night they were absolutely phenomenal, so I don’t know how they could be any better. And Robert Plant? His voice was still absolutely fantastic. It sounded great. Despite the price, I think it’s money well spent.
– he replied without hesitation, adding that he bought tickets as part of a charity action, helping the British organization “Children in Need”. The day before the concert, he also managed to meet the band at rehearsals.
Not only Led Zeppelin
Donnell’s story is a one-off, but ticket prices are high not only at charity auctions. In 2013, One Direction sold out in no time at the height of the boy band’s Take Me Home tour. The average price was $460, which is over two thousand zlotys, and some opted for the VIP package for over $1,000. More than 300,000 copies were sold on the first day. tickets. In the same year, fans of Beyoncé had to reckon with similar expenses. The average ticket price for Mrs. The Carter Show World Tour totaled over $700. Fans of other rock giants, The Rolling Stones on their 50 & Counting Tour in 2012, paid even more, averaging $900.
Source: Gazeta
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