Ticket Sales for Not In This Lifetime... Tour

[Walapino]

Yes, let's all focus on that. Instead of the other stuff...

Sorry for being such a killjoy. But the tour is starting this week and all some can focus on is the tickets that weren't sold yet.
Oh well, back to packing.... 



/jarmo

Yes, I find it quite odd reading people whining about tickets not being sold. Lets pray for a good periscope for the opening date!! 

[Q4Q4LS1]

I don't understand why they would go with a stadium tour initially without new material. All it takes is a good single and it would get plenty of air play with Slash and Duff on the track. Also, the ticket prices are another big reason why some stadiums are not selling well. They are pretty ridiculous. I've seen these guys 3 times in the past 5 years and they all were killer shows.

[pilferk]

I wonder if some of these 2nd night shows with extra GA capacity will get listed as usable for the Free Ticket Vouchers that are being released as part of the TM class action suit.

I ended up with 17 codes (each good for a pair of tickets) from them.

It says "Live Nation owned venues, operated tours, or specially selected performances"...so we'll see.

I doubt it. It'll probably be some crappy shows that TicketMaster will put on the list.  It would be cool to get free tickets for a NY Giants game, but I doubt it.

Yeah, list is finally out. No GNR so there goes my pipe dream.

Lots of decent country music offerings.  The pop and rock is a little (to me) underwhelming.  Not TERRIBLE (Black Sabbath, Slipknot, Def Leppard, Heart) but not anything of a "GnR" caliber show, IMHO.

[D-GenerationX]

I don't understand why they would go with a stadium tour initially without new material. All it takes is a good single and it would get plenty of air play with Slash and Duff on the track. Also, the ticket prices are another big reason why some stadiums are not selling well. They are pretty ridiculous. I've seen these guys 3 times in the past 5 years and they all were killer shows.

I see that argument, at least in theory.

But then, I also see the pretty crazy amount of tickets they were able to move, basically not lifting a finger.  No press, no interviews, no pics, no nothing. 

Seen through that lens, it's kind of hard to knock their approach.

[sky dog]

The second shows weren't necessary. It is not good for Axl to go back to back nights...not good for publicity if they have to cancel...yada yada yada.

Anyhow, closing in...can't wait. 

[sky dog]

Well, you have to give them credit for going balls to the wall. I would imagine Live Nation is the one pushing the extra shows in the big markets. 

[D-GenerationX]

Well, you have to give them credit for going balls to the wall. I would imagine Live Nation is the one pushing the extra shows in the big markets. 

Live Nation's promos have been excellent.

See at least 2 in my Facebook feed every day.  A general ad, and then one for my particular show here in Philly.

They've been great.

[LIGuns]

I don't understand why they would go with a stadium tour initially without new material. All it takes is a good single and it would get plenty of air play with Slash and Duff on the track. Also, the ticket prices are another big reason why some stadiums are not selling well. They are pretty ridiculous. I've seen these guys 3 times in the past 5 years and they all were killer shows.

There is a difference between not selling well and not being sold out...

[damnthehaters]

Would anyone know about how many walk ups are coming to each concert?

[tim_m]

Looks like ticketmaster revamped their ticketing system. I was just looking at what is available for AT&T stadium. It now shows everything that is avail able instead of being able to sort by price or section. From what it is showing me for standard tickets and resale as well as VIP packages there's less then 200 tickets left. You can't even get accessible seating anymore. The crowd for this show should be massive and one of the largest of the tour.

[inlikeflynn420]

I thought it was pretty ballsy to book a stadium tour with no interviews, publicity, etc., just on their reputation and, now that the shows have started, great reviews and word of mouth. I saw them in Vegas, just went to DC, and Philly is next. Pretty great time to be a GnR fan! The crowd in DC was totally into it, and I overheard nothing but positive reviews on the way to the parking lot. As far as the second night shows, the stage is already set up, which is a huge money saver right there (no tear down, no travel, no building the stage again), so even if they only sell the lower levels, even at a cheaper price, it's gotta be a money maker. All I know is, I've been a fan of this band since the beginning , and I'm fucking stoked to be seeing them in stadiums again! GnFnR!!!!

 Anybody hear who the opener in Philly is yet? I hope it's not AIC

[tim_m]

I thought it was pretty ballsy to book a stadium tour with no interviews, publicity, etc., just on their reputation and, now that the shows have started, great reviews and word of mouth. I saw them in Vegas, just went to DC, and Philly is next. Pretty great time to be a GnR fan! The crowd in DC was totally into it, and I overheard nothing but positive reviews on the way to the parking lot. As far as the second night shows, the stage is already set up, which is a huge money saver right there (no tear down, no travel, no building the stage again), so even if they only sell the lower levels, even at a cheaper price, it's gotta be a money maker. All I know is, I've been a fan of this band since the beginning , and I'm fucking stoked to be seeing them in stadiums again! GnFnR!!!!

 Anybody hear who the opener in Philly is yet? I hope it's not AIC

Philly will have Wolfmother as an opener.

[inlikeflynn420]

I thought it was pretty ballsy to book a stadium tour with no interviews, publicity, etc., just on their reputation and, now that the shows have started, great reviews and word of mouth. I saw them in Vegas, just went to DC, and Philly is next. Pretty great time to be a GnR fan! The crowd in DC was totally into it, and I overheard nothing but positive reviews on the way to the parking lot. As far as the second night shows, the stage is already set up, which is a huge money saver right there (no tear down, no travel, no building the stage again), so even if they only sell the lower levels, even at a cheaper price, it's gotta be a money maker. All I know is, I've been a fan of this band since the beginning , and I'm fucking stoked to be seeing them in stadiums again! GnFnR!!!!

 Anybody hear who the opener in Philly is yet? I hope it's not AIC

Philly will have Wolfmother as an opener.
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That's awesome! I like them!

[younggunner]

ticketmaster just released some great tickets for the 7/23 show. Im glad I waited! Just scooped up section 2 tix.

[pilferk]

ticketmaster just released some great tickets for the 7/23 show. Im glad I waited! Just scooped up section 2 tix.

Yeah, they have been coming out in blocks this week. We were able to upgrade from 335 to 115. My wife is 5ft4....so we avoid floor seats when we go to shows together, since she cant see shit. . But i was totally psyched for what we found!

[Gunsguy]

Toronto tickets avail again.  Not many and most limited view but check it out

[icpillusions]

I just exchanged my tickets for closer seats for Metlife. You're allowed a one time exchange for equal value. Just call 1-800-653-8000.

[younggunner]

ticketmaster just released some great tickets for the 7/23 show. Im glad I waited! Just scooped up section 2 tix.

Yeah, they have been coming out in blocks this week. We were able to upgrade from 335 to 115. My wife is 5ft4....so we avoid floor seats when we go to shows together, since she cant see shit. . But i was totally psyched for what we found!

glad you were able to upgrade. See ya there!

[pilferk]

ticketmaster just released some great tickets for the 7/23 show. Im glad I waited! Just scooped up section 2 tix.

Yeah, they have been coming out in blocks this week. We were able to upgrade from 335 to 115. My wife is 5ft4....so we avoid floor seats when we go to shows together, since she cant see shit. . But i was totally psyched for what we found!

glad you were able to upgrade. See ya there!

You gonna hit redds before the show?

[Slashblack]

I realize that it may be different from show to show, but can you freely move from one GA pit section to another?  I just got an upgrade from section B, row 29 to GA Pit 2 in Cincy- I really want to be on Slash's side, but I couldn't turn down the chance to be right up front.

Btw, the Ticketmaster rep said that I was really lucky to get that because this is an extremely popular event- so Cincy sales are definitely good.