Live Show Code of Conduct: What Should Fans and Artists Expect From Each Other?

If this continues, then something has gotta give. I went to the Big Time Rush Concert in august and there was no problems whatsoever. Ever since the start of “Dynamic Pricing”, fans have gotten ripped off by Ticketmaster, and it’s time for congress to end this scam once and for all.

Also, too many mergers have led to monopolies, which caused these problems in the first place. It’s time to protest as fans.

I stopped going to large venues many, many moons ago.
I just refuse to pay the exorbitant prices to see the musicians that I love. And that doesn’t even include parking!

It’s a sad state of affairs. But that’s just how it is. I miss my musicians, so much, but I just have to remember how it was when I wanted to see The Beatles…it’s just not going to happen.

I’m far from a Swiftie. I do not subscribe to Miss Taylor’s brand of pop. Ticketmaster has blood on its hands as does the live performer. Yes certain musicians are paid handsomely. Taylor Swift is practically a billionaire. She’s her own multinational corporation. Pearl Jam took on Ticketmaster and lost gallantly. It still burns a lot of energy and money. I am in favor of disconnecting the monopolies like the tel cos. Live Nation also is responsible for the merchandise, ticket costs, and attendance. I do not prefer stadium tours anymore. For every hard rock act like Def Leppard, Motley Crue, or GNR is an upcoming artist who performs in a small, intimate venue. There must be a balance here. So shame on you Taylor, Ticketmaster, and Live Nation. It’s a marriage made in heavenly Hell.

As a gigging musician and a member of ASCAP, it is out of control- there are too few labels, (3) too much control and everyone wants their cut. Musicians and bands are “ fronted” the money, and if something happens, or they can’t fill the house- too bad, pay up. FOR the most part, by the time everyone is paid, the “ act” can barely have gas money left. SOME artists have spoken out about how bad it is ( Tom Petty for one Rest in peace) The music business is teetering on the edge. As a listener or a concert goer, what you see and hear is formulaic. The only thing a promoter or a labels A&R people care about is putting a “ butt in the seat” People need to say NO! Or this will never end. I do NOT want a label, I don’t need a label. The musicians and bands are getting “ taken” the concert goers are getting “taken” – the label fronts the gig, and makes the money. We the musicians are just the “ act” . We need to stick to playing locally for those that love our music, and whose hearts we can touch. Trying to make a living today in the music business is almost impossible these days. Streaming services pay you about a penny a play. I hope it changes, but I fear it will not. Too much greed from those that the only instrument they can play is a cash register. Peace and Love

Live music at smaller venues is so much better than large events. A good way to discover emerging artists.