The New York Times – Music:
After “historic demand” led to a Ticketmaster debacle, the singer’s most devoted online fans sprang into action to get each other into the Eras Tour at fair prices.
Category: Ticket Scalping
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Looking For a Last-Minute Super Bowl Ticket? That’ll Be $2,900.
The New York Times – Sports:
Prices have been falling, which might have something to do with the teams: Both franchises have been in a Super Bowl lately, so well-heeled fans could be sitting this one out.
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How Far Are Beyoncé Fans Traveling for the Renaissance Tour?
The New York Times – Music:
Members of the BeyHive are going to extraordinary lengths — some of them trans-Atlantic — to ensure they don’t miss the superstar on her coming world tour.
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Ticketmaster Cast as a Powerful ‘Monopoly’ at Senate Hearing
The New York Times – Music:
The Judiciary Committee, responding to the bungled sale of Taylor Swift concert tickets, heard the company apologize and its critics trace the problem to the industry’s lack of competition.
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Ticketmaster Under the Magnifying Glass
The New York Times – Music:
The concert giant has long been the target of consumer complaints and artists’ ire. Recent incidents involving Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny have renewed focus on problems in the live marketplace.
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Ticketmaster Cancels Sale of Taylor Swift Tickets After Snags
The New York Times – Music:
After a presale for the pop star’s Eras Tour ended in chaos earlier this week, the ticket broker canceled its plans to sell tickets to the general public on Friday.
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Serena Williams US Open Tickets demand Keeps Going Up
The New York Times – Sports:
Fans are anticipating that Williams may go on a run — and that their chances to see her in person are waning.