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Too sick to attend, too bad: why the live music ticketing market is broken

I recently had an urgent surgery to have a malignant growth removed. Unfortunately, this meant I was too immobile to attend the Melbourne event of the annual hard rock festival Good Things, this year headlined by the greatest band of all time, Tool.

The Conversation

The biggest talking points from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour docuseries

First two episodes of new six-episode docuseries has premiered on Disney+

The Independent UK

Is Live Nation Entertainment Stock Underperforming the Nasdaq?

Though Live Nation Entertainment has underperformed relative to the broader Nasdaq Composite over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain bullish about the stock’s prospects.

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Concertgoers outraged to come back and find their cars booted despite prepaying for parking through Ticketmaster

Comedian Chris Fleming ironically joked about booting cars during his show in Atlanta

The Independent UK

Taylor Swift Dragged After Olivia Dean Slashes Prices — Swifties Hit Back With 'Bigger Production'

After Olivia Dean publicly accused ticketing platforms of allowing inflated resale prices, Ticketmaster capped resales and agreed to refunds — reigniting debate over why megastars like Taylor Swift did not force similar protections.

International Business Times UK

“Capping resale at face value is your right and we have a duty to encourage a fair resale market”: Olivia Dean calls on other artists to ensure fans don’t get ripped off

She forces Ticketmaster to refund her fans

MusicRadar

Olivia Dean fans refunded by Ticketmaster after singer criticises ‘vile’ resale practices

Ticketmaster said they would ‘lead by example’ after Dean called out companies when tickets for her North American tour appeared on resale sites at prices in excess of $1,000

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Ticketmaster refunds fans after Olivia Dean slams ‘exploitative’ marketplace

The 26-year old singer had called on the ticket platform site to ‘do better’.

Evening Standard

Olivia Dean scores huge win against Ticketmaster over inflated ticket prices

Olivia Dean speaking out against Ticketmaster over inflated ticket prices has led to positive change

BANG Premier

Taylor Swift Fans Win Green Light to Sue Live Nation Over Eras Tour Ticket 'Chaos'

Taylor Swift fans can now amend their 2022 lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster over alleged unfair Eras Tour ticketing, with claims of fraud, antitrust violations, and breach of contract.

International Business Times UK

London New Year's Eve fireworks: How to buy tickets

With the final round of tickets dropping next week, here’s everything you need to know about the iconic event:

Evening Standard

Musicians’ Union welcomes government ban on inflated gig ticket resales

The union said the move to ban resales for profit would help to maintain the relationship between artists and their fans.

Evening Standard

Football Fans Outraged as FIFA Resale Tickets Skyrocket 445% — and You'll Lose 30% in Fees

FIFA charges an unprecedented 30% combined fee on World Cup resale tickets, with base prices soaring 445%, turning the governing body into one of sports' biggest ticket brokers.

International Business Times UK

The 26 best UK Christmas gifts for 13-year-olds – chosen by 13-year-olds

We asked teens what’s on their festive wishlist, from Jellycats to water bottles, skincare to guitars – so you don’t have to guess

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Billie Eilish Under Fire After Calling Out Billionaires — Then Charging Fans A Fortune for Concert Tix

Billie Eilish urged billionaires to 'give your money away' at the WSJ Innovator Awards on 29/10/2025 — but anger over high ticket prices for her 'Hit Me Hard And Soft' tour (standing places from about £145) has left fans accusing her of contradiction.

International Business Times UK

Bon Jovi Are Back! Jon Bon Jovi Returns After Surgery for 2026 'Forever' World Tour

Bon Jovi returns in 2026! See US, UK & Ireland tour dates, ticket prices, presales, and VIP packages for their "Forever" tour.

The Guardian - UK

‘I flew to Luxembourg to see the gig there instead!’: music fans on how they cope with high UK ticket prices

As increasing prices and fees make gig-going difficult, readers voice their frustration – and suggest alternatives

Reason

Live Nation's Merger with Ticketmaster Isn't Responsible for High Resale Prices—You Are

Antitrust enforcers at the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have singled out Live Nation as a scapegoat for concertgoers' insatiable appetites.

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The Guardian - UK

‘I get to do whatever I want in the moment’: why more people are going to gigs, festivals and clubs alone

The number of solo festivalgoers has jumped since the pandemic, and even safety concerns aren’t dissuading lone ravers. We speak to some to find out why

MusicRadar

“You will lose out on generations of esoteric, risk-taking, creative, adventurous weirdos, rebels, agitators, and provocateurs. You’re gonna get white bread”: Shirley Manson takes aim at the music industry, Spotify and Ticketmaster

She expands on reasons behind Garbage’s decision to “curtail” touring

The Independent UK

Tourist sues SeaWorld’s parent company for ‘bait-and-switch’ in hidden ticket prices

A Virginia man has accused Florida-based United Parks and Resorts of breaking his home state’s price transparency laws by exploiting ‘dark patterns’ to bilk consumers

Bored Panda

“That’s Disgusting”: Fans Outraged After Man Tries To Snatch Billie Eilish At Miami Concert

“Security got involved and breathalyzed him and found that he was as drunk as sh**, but didn't make him leave.”

Evening Standard

New Year's Eve fireworks: Sadiq Khan hikes ticket prices for tourists, but freezes cost for Londoners

Residents will continue to pay £20 or £35, but visitors will be charged £40 or £55 - a rise of up to 14%

The Independent UK

White House fumes at Ariana Grande after she asks MAGA if their lives are better under Trump

The White House issued a sharp response to a post on Ariana Grande’s Instagram story, incorporating several of her own song titles in the reply

The Independent UK

Peter Kay forced to cancel shows following surgery

The comedian is set to ‘rest and recover’ following an operation

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