Moment of Weakness

[thatgirlwasme]

So I had a moment of weakness this afternoon and paid way too much money for second row Unleashed tickets in Milwaukee. I just don't have the personality type that can wait until a few days before a show to score good seats, nor do I have a job that allows me to check ticketmaster constantly for dropping tickets.

Now, I realize that it's people like me who allow artists, venues, and scalpers to charge such outrageous prices for concert tickets, but I just couldn't help it! I just couldn't reconcile sitting in the bleachers with the opportunity to be so close to the band.

Please tell me some of you have given in to your love of FM against your better judgement.

It's worth it right?

A

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by thatgirlwasme

It's worth it right?

A

For second row seats it is totally worth it.

Michele

[CADreaming]

I did it for 6th row. Worth it.

[Regina]

Originally Posted by thatgirlwasme

So I had a moment of weakness this afternoon and paid way too much money for second row Unleashed tickets in Milwaukee. I just don't have the personality type that can wait until a few days before a show to score good seats, nor do I have a job that allows me to check ticketmaster constantly for dropping tickets.

Now, I realize that it's people like me who allow artists, venues, and scalpers to charge such outrageous prices for concert tickets, but I just couldn't help it! I just couldn't reconcile sitting in the bleachers with the opportunity to be so close to the band.

Please tell me some of you have given in to your love of FM against your better judgement.

It's worth it right?

A

I was very vocal about the All Access thing. Mainly because it's FM doing the screwing. So, I won't do that.

And while I don't think it's fair that brokers already have tickets out there before some shows have even gone on sale, I have bought broker tickets three times now.

Except for one weird situation for a Stevie concert (too far toward the water in Jones Beach and lots of very tall people in my way--I think that was 5th row), it was SO worth it.

This last time was for front row in Philly just a month ago. I had been working really, really hard (working as in job work--not just ticket search work) and, one day, I simply had enough of checking on their weird version of ticketmaster (they used a different service--even worse than TM). I went and got tickets on a broker site. I never looked back and didn't regret it at all. It saved me a lot of aggravation and every time I got annoyed at work--I told myself I was working for a cause! (The FM Retirement Fund and something to add to my memories when I'm sitting alone in a corner at The Home, singing Monday Morning at the top of my lungs while all the other inmates avoid me like the plague;-)

[SandyMac]

Well, I can definitely emphasize with your weakness. I guess if you can afford it without skipping a car payment or rent or whatever, and hell .. it is second row after all. Very good ticket grab!

ROCK OUT at the concert and enjoy yourself.

[Villavic]

Originally Posted by CADreaming

I did it for 6th row. Worth it.

I agree, for 6th, 2nd, 1st.. whatever.
I paid for middle row section just because they didnt accept my peruvian credit card for premium seats neither TM nor ilovaaccess. Damn them!! but I got this seat at TM
if you read my review, you know i ended at the stage!! standing up the whole show.

and yes, whatever you have paid.. IT IS WORTH IT

[thatgirlwasme]

Thanks for reassuring me everyone--I can't wait for the show! I saw them in Chicago in March, and my seats were pretty good, but after seeing everyone's great pics and vids from up close, I just knew I had to get seats in front--I mean, who knows if they will tour again after this. Good luck to those waiting out the ticket drop--you are stronger than I am

[Musicman408]

Well- the first time I tried the wait and see game, I landed 3rd row seats RIGHT in front of Stevie. I wholeheartedly object to the broker thing- top TM seats are high enough.

These broker sites you all have gone through- what are they? Just out of curiosity, I'd like to check them out.

[Regina]

Originally Posted by Musicman408

Well- the first time I tried the wait and see game, I landed 3rd row seats RIGHT in front of Stevie. I wholeheartedly object to the broker thing- top TM seats are high enough.

These broker sites you all have gone through- what are they? Just out of curiosity, I'd like to check them out.

Well, I should make it clear that--of the probably 25 shows I've been to over the past 10 years (I really should sit down and count them), I've only done this 3 times.
First time, I don't know who we used. And we didn't pay much more than face value (that was the Jones Beach show--Stevie solo-TISL--and it was through a friend's connections).
Second, Razor Gator, I believe. That was FM-Camden--next to last night of SYW. Front row and it was a fluke of epic proportions. They simply did not realize that 3rd row on the side was actually "front row" for that section--and I got to the stage immediately (some people who were in that same section got BIG time attitude and were not immediately allowed up). Anyway, that was an amazing show so...I was very happy. But, if I'm not mistaken it was less than double the face value, which is a good deal for broker's seats.
Third, was Ticket Stub, at the recommendation of someone here. And I just went online, saw that they had a side section,front row seat and got it. They were expensive. But, I wanted to go to Philly and before making plans, I wanted to make sure I had a decent seat. Waiting for the last minute just didn't seem like an option at the time, since I was traveling. I dumped a show in Long Island, which is technically closer--to help defray the costs and...well, I didn't have to forego mortgage or anything. So, it was all good.

But, yeah. We're kind of part of the problem. But, brokers have existed for years and no one is putting them out of business any time soon. And, sometimes, it just works.

ILAA, however...a totally other story;-) And I don't object to anyone buying from them, either, if they can afford it and want to. But, I SO object to the band doing this type of thing. Especially, especially the $200 Mick-handshake! Yikes!

[steviefan59]

hey ethan...i know razor gator is about the worst as far as prices...stay clear of that one...hugs pat

[the_chain]

Was it worth is subjective. The Fleetwood Mac experience is worth it to me and I always pay for prime seating. For the Oracle Arena concert I went on TM the day tckiets went on sale and got 5 floor seat tickets at 146.50 per plus a litany of added fees which pushed each ticket to about 170ish. I have used brokers before and hate doingi it but have done it because I look for teh best seating available. I think in the end you will think it is worth it however I agree with most that we the fans are being raped by TM and Life Nation and unfortunately FM. In my partucular case I say "You can't rape the willing" LOL yes I am willing because FM are rock royalty!! Enjoy the show and tell us all about it.

[softsilverchain]

I paid alot of money for 2nd row both nights and chicago and i just got tickets for second row in Milwaukee too!!!!!! it is totally and completely worth it. you will not regret it for one second!!!

[mylittledemon]

Originally Posted by thatgirlwasme

Please tell me some of you have given in to your love of FM against your better judgement.

It's worth it right?

A

I got front row pair in Jacksonville in 2004 for about $800...and I would do it all over again!