Backstages: Concerts Cost Too Much
If you’ve ever had to drop an entire paycheck to go see your favorite band, you’re not alone. From the endless service fees of Ticketmaster to the alleged monopoly of LiveNation, concert tickets on average have seen a more than 40 percent increase since 2019. It’s a more complicated issue than it seems, but what isn’t complicated is that everyone is unhappy about it.
In this KVSC special, Johnny breaks down the LiveNation/Ticketmaster controversy and talks with Minnesota music artists Zaq Baker, Sym1, Nate Walker and more about their struggles working in the performing economy.
Backstages on KVSC is brought to you with support from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
If you missed the episode when it aired live, you can listen using this player or by clicking the link below.
