Ticket prices a bit high you think?

Ticket prices a bit high you think?

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03/19/09 7:29 PM
kanadakev member Joined: 09/16/08 Location: kempenfelt bay Posts: 41	Well, all you Americans be thankful you're not paying in Canadian dollars, 'cause right now add 30 per cent...which means I'm paying $130 CDN for each of my fifth row DTE tickets...it's going to be worth every penny, but I'm just trying to highlight the fact that it could be worse (insert joke about Canada here)...
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03/19/09 7:35 PM
Powhatan member Joined: 09/04/08 Posts: 372	kanadakev posted: Well, all you Americans be thankful you're not paying in Canadian dollars, 'cause right now add 30 per cent...which means I'm paying $130 CDN for each of my fifth row DTE tickets...it's going to be worth every penny, but I'm just trying to highlight the fact that it could be worse (insert joke about Canada here)... well thats what you get for coming here to our shows. joking!!!! I love canada and canadians. At least you have universal health care!!
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03/19/09 10:45 PM
Dingerz member Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 204	I will never, ever, ever understand those who think that paying $100 or so to see one of their favourite bands live is not worth it. I can understand being upset because your particular finances makes it tough to shell out, but I would understand that and be happy to get whatever seat I could afford. (Plus before I get started, Trent has given option for cheaper sets for those not wishing to spend as much) There are only a mere few whose finances are in such a rut that they can not come up with $50-100 to see something they really cherish. Most people waste away their money daily by buying overly expensive Starbucks, or by eating out way too many times a week, or by buying that tabloid magazine that they don't need. There are so many things you can cut down on just for a few weeks in order to get the money you need to cover a ticket. Even when I was a teenager and had no cash I did anything and I mean anything to cut corners and get the cash. The answer is in the simple daily things we spend money on that you don't realize what a waste it is. Many people at my work ask how on earth I can go and see multiple shows and I simply point at their Tim Horton's coffee and say - that's how. These people buy two to three coffees every day and they don't realize that after a month they've spent $80 on that rather than buying it at the grocery store for a fraction of that cost. I mean sure - you say it tastes better, then have it here and there but I mean you have to ask yourself, what are your priorities? Or same with those who buy lunch every day at $5-10 per day. Add that up vs buying groceries and making your own lunch and BOOM - concert money easy I guess my point is that you have to sometimes stop and think about things that might let you do what you wish to do most. Yes, some always will fall into the category of being cash strapped, but most of us out there are NOT once you evaluate stupid simple things like above. Face it, we all do it.. If we didn't, we wouldn't live in the consumer driven society that we do. Tara
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03/20/09 9:12 AM
maryelle member THAT is a big-ass lens-TR Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,147	^^Totally agree. Most people just don't want to make the choice to spend their money on something else. Most everyone can go at least to one of the less expensive seating sections if they would just decide what's important to them. Case of beer every weekend or drink water and save that money for a ticket? Taxi home from staying out late clubbing or leave early in time to take public transportation? Ten channels of HBO that you can probably live without or basic cable? Decide what's important to you and you can find the money in most cases. I just looked at some other artists' prices on Ticketmaster. NIN's prices are either the same or cheaper. Yes I was a little shocked at $99 at first too, until I put my head on straight and thought about it. We've gotten it CHEAP for years now; so here's one tour where the prices are in line with what other artists are charging, or in some cases a lot less expensive. Go wander around Ticketmaster and see what other groups charge. Jimmy Buffet: $136 & $36 Britney Spears: $750, $500, $375, $250, $150, $66, $36 Bruce Springsteen: $95, $65 Depeche Mode: $129.50, $94.50, $74, $49.50 Coldplay: $97.50, $79.50, $39.50 Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 09:14AM by maryelle.
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03/20/09 12:50 PM
emorency member 1989-2009 Joined: 12/02/07 Location: MA Posts: 131	yeah but the live nation gold circle seats are a joke at 243$ a pop screw that price. Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 11:50AM by emorency.
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03/20/09 11:54 AM
maryelle member THAT is a big-ass lens-TR Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,147	What show is that for?
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03/20/09 12:58 PM
emorency member 1989-2009 Joined: 12/02/07 Location: MA Posts: 131	PNC Bank Arts Homdel , NJ They are classifying any seats within 15 rows of the stages golden circle Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 11:58AM by emorency.
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03/20/09 12:04 PM
sentient02970 member Joined: 11/27/07 Location: Vermont Posts: 522	maryelle posted: We've gotten it CHEAP for years now; so here's one tour where the prices are in line with what other artists are charging, I think the term for the phenomenon which you summarize and hit on nicely there is called "spoilage". I'm thinking this is the number one reason people are up in arms over this. Yeah, in some cases, they are prices that they could afford if they planned differently. Or, they can afford but are really really cheap with it. Or, in my case, the venue choices, price and timing all conspire against me to not let me go. But I can say, from my experience at getting GREAT tickets at AMAZING Nine Inch Nails shows that we've had it VERY VERY good for a LONG TIME. EDIT: oh and I forgot to mention the whole "email service" that The Spiral spoiled us on. That seems to be a sore spot with some as well. I had no issue with it as I've been religiously checking in on nin.com since it first opened up and updated format. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 12:07PM by sentient02970.
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03/20/09 12:09 PM
maryelle member THAT is a big-ass lens-TR Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,147	emorency posted: PNC Bank Arts Homdel , NJ They are classifying any seats within 15 rows of the stages golden circle Well, it's not $243 for a ticket. It's $243 for a "VIP" package, which includes a seat in Rows 1-15. If that is too expensive for you, then you can sit in the 16th row for $59. And the 16th row is a pretty goddamn excellent seat. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 12:09PM by maryelle.
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03/20/09 12:16 PM
maryelle member THAT is a big-ass lens-TR Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,147	sentient02970 posted: I think the term for the phenomenon which you summarize and hit on nicely there is called "spoilage". I'm thinking this is the number one reason people are up in arms over this. Yeah, in some cases, they are prices that they could afford if they planned differently. Or, they can afford but are really really cheap with it. Or, in my case, the venue choices, price and timing all conspire against me to not let me go. But I can say, from my experience at getting GREAT tickets at AMAZING Nine Inch Nails shows that we've had it VERY VERY good for a LONG TIME. EDIT: oh and I forgot to mention the whole "email service" that The Spiral spoiled us on. That seems to be a sore spot with some as well. I had no issue with it as I've been religiously checking in on nin.com since it first opened up and updated format. First, LOL that people still think whatever happened on The Spiral is STILL happening. WTF? Haven't they realized The Spiral is DEAD?! Second, if I see one most post where someone says "But in 2005 for With_Teeth we only paid X!" I'm gonna get my gun ready and blow someone's fucking brains out. Yeah in 2005 I paid a shitload less for everything. LAST YEAR I paid less for everything. NIN tickets were probably the cheapest best-value of any show I went to all year. So I'm HAPPY that I got a great deal in the past and now it's time to suck it up and pay market value. Anyway I can't take much more of 1) patiently explaining; 2) dealing with whiners. If I were Trent and had to listen to all this after all he does for his fans I'd probably say fuck it and walk.
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03/20/09 1:43 PM
dmjr member Joined: 03/16/09 Posts: 9	I actually was surprised at the ticket prices for Chicago. They were lower than I expected. I'm pleased.
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03/20/09 4:29 PM
Remeard member Joined: 05/02/08 Posts: 81	Turns out I'll be going after all. Just found out Ticket Master has lawn seats for $19.91 for Atlanta, now THAT is what I'm talking about! Sure, it's a bit further back, but I can live with it, an extra 100 feet or so is not worth paying five times the price
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03/20/09 5:20 PM
ScreamingSlave member Joined: 11/27/07 Location: Canada Posts: 971	suprefan posted: DTE ticket prices... Price: $65, $45 pavilion and $25 lawn. Doors: 5:30 PM I got 5th row from stage for DTE, each ticket, including the service charge was $111.75 (us)
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03/20/09 6:31 PM
smonie98 member I have touched, The Trent Joined: 04/30/08 Location: Ann Arbor%2C MI Posts: 26	I did make an audible gulp at this tour's ticket prices. But dammit, this is NIN. How often do we see Trent & Co. performing live? It's not like this is a once a month trip to the theater, this is a once a year/blue moon fucking event. Hell, if in 10 years he's still performing, I will pay 'Barbra Streisand' prices for NIN, they are worth it. And yes, I'm poor, but proud, and I will scrape the money together to get my NIN on.
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03/20/09 6:37 PM
BlueVelvet1414 member manure occureth Joined: 08/19/08 Location: The Motor City Posts: 198	dmjr posted: I actually was surprised at the ticket prices for Chicago. They were lower than I expected. I'm pleased. That's cuz Jane's Addiction isn't going to be there, NIN only. maryelle posted: Anyway I can't take much more of 1) patiently explaining; 2) dealing with whiners. If I were Trent and had to listen to all this after all he does for his fans I'd probably say fuck it and walk. Gee, I'm glad TR sent his PR person here to straighten us all out
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03/20/09 7:31 PM
catfoodandass member Joined: 09/06/08 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3	The tickets are way too expensive and amphitheaters are the worst place to see any concert. I was excited to see the tour until I saw prices for these shows. I won't pay an exorbitant price to sit outside at shoreline and freeze or pay slightly less and watch the bands on a jumbotron... boo!
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03/20/09 7:34 PM
Sirens2Silence member Joined: 01/22/09 Location: all over the world Posts: 16	Now although Im 15 and still cant get a job I have been saving money that my parents give me for school money or money I get from helping out my grandparents and I thought I was able to get good seats. When I saw the ticket pricing I was a bit shocked. LITS was cheaper than this and Reznor said he was going to cut back on the stuff he did on LITS so I thought it was of been cheaper because they don't need that much effects and all. But I think I can just afford the 1991 promotion tickets. Because with all those dumb ass fees that pretty much all I can afford. But I guess any tickets are good tickets. Anyone know why its 1991 anyways? Ive done some homework and cant figure out what 1991 has to do with NIN or JA.
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03/20/09 9:15 PM
plink member Joined: 09/08/08 Location: Behind the Zion Curtain Posts: 328	Sirens2Silence posted: Anyone know why its 1991 anyways? Ive done some homework and cant figure out what 1991 has to do with NIN or JA. Hey there, kiddo. Here ya go: Wikipedia - Lollapalooza
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03/20/09 10:56 PM
misterbanksiii member Joined: 03/04/09 Posts: 5	Paying $150 to see Nine Inch Nails AND Jane's Addiction, and people are fucking up in arms? Let me repeat that: Nine Inch Nails AND Jane's Addiction. This is much more than just another concert or tour; this is a historical goddamn event. The stars have aligned, 1991 has come full circle, and we should be grateful that the chance to witness these two amazing, life-changing bands on the same stage has even presented itself. Stop sniveling, take some of the money saving/making tips above, and count your blessings...or as a wise man once said, "Figure it out!"
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03/20/09 11:07 PM
upthespiral member Joined: 04/28/08 Location: Colorado Posts: 317	How I wish right now I could of afforded PIT tickets but like the above statements I got what I could. This is an epic event... I wouldn't miss this for nothing. I chose not to sacrifice but if I had to sell something or work more I would drive across country for this. We are so excited. I am even more stoked that it is beginning here! I feel like I am 18 again Would have never thought NINJA together this year! I am interested to see the turn out. I would adore a full lawn and stadium. I really hope it turns out that way! Remember Lalapalooza or 94'Woodsstock. I mean those were the times! Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2009 11:13PM by upthespiral.
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03/21/09 2:22 AM
emorency member 1989-2009 Joined: 12/02/07 Location: MA Posts: 131	maryelle posted: emorency posted: PNC Bank Arts Homdel , NJ They are classifying any seats within 15 rows of the stages golden circle Well, it's not $243 for a ticket. It's $243 for a "VIP" package, which includes a seat in Rows 1-15. If that is too expensive for you, then you can sit in the 16th row for $59. And the 16th row is a pretty goddamn excellent seat. its still 243$ a seat as far as i am concerned all they throw in is a shirt which is probably a knock off and a laminate at that price a person should get a meet in greet or a sound check and 16th row is not a fair price at 243$ gold circle should be rows 1-3 max if they want to pull something like that at that price. also FYI none of the 16th + row seats are 59$ they are 99$ and weren't even offered at live nation today during the public sale. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/21/2009 01:24AM by emorency.
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03/21/09 1:42 AM
Dingerz member Joined: 05/07/08 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 204	By the way, paying $50-60 for the LITS tour - that was rapage of NIN. That was TOO DAMN CHEAP for the production Trent put on. I've seen stages bare for much more by other bands. Yet for a bloody $55-60 ticket, I can add that whole leg as one of the most amazing shows I have ever seen. I stole it is what I feel. So I think maryelle is right to say that some people got too accustomed to being spoiled. The last time ticket prices for a production as big as the LITS tour were $55 was more than a decade ago. (and when I say that I am quoting the price as the TOP price) You can't compare seeing a small band at a local club for $35-40 to a NIN production and say Trent is overcharging. Honestly, he has been way too fair for a long long time. Plus, seeing what he's given us, do you really mind putting a few extra dollars this tour into his pocket? The raw concert footage, and therefore the PERFECT audio for all of us to walk around listening to on our ipods, the new NIN\|JA sampler, The Slip.. I mean really, do you mind paying just a bit more? I know I don't. Tara
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03/21/09 7:14 AM
jaymz288 member The Freight Deployer Joined: 03/03/08 Location: Ohio Posts: 53	I mind paying more. Fuck yes, I do.
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03/21/09 7:23 AM
jaymz288 member The Freight Deployer Joined: 03/03/08 Location: Ohio Posts: 53	It's too expensive? YES! Am I going? YES! Is there a definite correlation between the people that can't really afford the ticket prices and those that are complaining? Oh, most definitely YES! That being said, everyone has the right to their complaints in this forum and someone saying they would like to shoot someone over distress at rising prices is a total ass.
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03/21/09 7:38 AM
flan51298 member Joined: 03/17/09 Posts: 1	Toronto 1991 23.75 cad nin plus 8 other bands .........
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03/21/09 9:09 AM
peggysuicide chat moderator kind of bitey... Joined: 08/15/08 Posts: 300	Dingerz posted: By the way, paying $50-60 for the LITS tour - that was rapage of NIN. That was TOO DAMN CHEAP for the production Trent put on. I've seen stages bare for much more by other bands. Yet for a bloody $55-60 ticket, I can add that whole leg as one of the most amazing shows I have ever seen. I stole it is what I feel. So I think maryelle is right to say that some people got too accustomed to being spoiled. The last time ticket prices for a production as big as the LITS tour were $55 was more than a decade ago. (and when I say that I am quoting the price as the TOP price) You can't compare seeing a small band at a local club for $35-40 to a NIN production and say Trent is overcharging. Honestly, he has been way too fair for a long long time. Plus, seeing what he's given us, do you really mind putting a few extra dollars this tour into his pocket? The raw concert footage, and therefore the PERFECT audio for all of us to walk around listening to on our ipods, the new NIN\|JA sampler, The Slip.. I mean really, do you mind paying just a bit more? I know I don't. Tara QFT. that being said, i just paid $235 for 2 ATL pit tix, but when the fuck am i ever gonna see nin and ja together again? probably never. i know lawn seats go for $25, but i wanted a different experience. i might be in the minority by saying i love ja just as much as nin, so this tour is beyond amazing to me. i knew i'd have to pony up some dough to get what i wanted. i so agree with dingerz about LITS tour. i saw it twice, and believe me...it was worth WAY more than they charged, so i really don't mind.
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03/21/09 11:50 AM
murphy69 member Joined: 11/24/07 Location: Pacifica%2C Ca %28bay are Posts: 95	no44 posted: PxN posted: no44 posted: PxN posted: no44 posted: PxN posted: no44 posted: PxN posted: forkintheeye posted: PxN posted: I'm really glad I already have my tickets for ABQ. How did you get tickets already? Well my girlfriend's family has their own VIP section in the venue [Journal Pavilion.] They get free tickets to all shows in said venue, so I'll be seeing NIN and other artists [Marilyn Manson - Gym Class Heroes - No Doubt - Motley Crue - Def Leppard] for free for until October, that's when the season ends. But I'll still most likely buy a GA ticket cuz I wanna be in Trent's face!!! Boy are you in for a surprise. *Meaning?* See you at which ever ones you actually "do" go to. Well of course I'll be making the ABQ date fersure. I'm still debating on which road show I should attend. Arizona or Colorado. Colorado venue is pure shit. Well I've heard the same for both Colorado & Phoenix. I'll probably just make one of those. Which ones are you gonna make? 90% of them. gee no44 don't you owe some people money? you should pay them back before you go buying all these tickets shouldn't you?
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03/21/09 11:49 AM
crystalljapan member Joined: 02/23/09 Location: reading%2C pa Posts: 20	Darktenshi90 posted: I may have to get nosebleed seats. Ugh... thats what i had to do :[ orchestra tickets were 249$!!!!
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03/21/09 11:52 AM
crystalljapan member Joined: 02/23/09 Location: reading%2C pa Posts: 20	i dont think its because of NIN that theyre so high, its probably because of janes addiction. if that was me pointing out the obvious sorry
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03/21/09 1:50 PM
zavlin member Joined: 04/23/08 Posts: 98	Dingerz posted: I will never, ever, ever understand those who think that paying $100 or so to see one of their favourite bands live is not worth it. I can understand being upset because your particular finances makes it tough to shell out, but I would understand that and be happy to get whatever seat I could afford. its as simple as this. Trent would never stand for one of his solo shows charging retail price of 150-250 dollars a ticket. Its because of these other "big names" that the price is so high, and i cant stand these big names, so while i actually would pay 100 dollars to see NIN (god knows how much iv spent seeing them a couple dozen times), its the principle that the only reason im paying this much is because of bands i dont want to see, who are going to take up the majority of the time. So no, im not going to settle for overpriced bad seats, instead of overpriced good seats. Hope that helps understanding.
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