The Briefing Oasis has rejected dynamic ticket pricing
Oct 8, 2024
Dr. Georgia Carrol, a fan culture expert from the University of Sydney, joins to discuss Oasis's rejection of dynamic ticket pricing for their upcoming 2025 Australian tour. They dive into the value of concert tickets, exploring how this decision may reflect a growing backlash against inflated prices. Carrol highlights the implications for fans and the music industry, questioning the fairness and loyalty involved in ticket sales. The conversation also touches on societal responses to dynamic pricing trends in various entertainment sectors.
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Concert Ticket Anecdote
- Dr. Georgia Carroll paid $250 for a concert ticket, expecting high demand.
- Tickets were sold for $75 on the day of the concert.
Exploiting Emotional Connection
- Dynamic ticket pricing exploits fans' emotional connection to events.
- Fans often make split-second decisions to avoid missing out, driving up prices.
A Different Kind of Scalping
- Dynamic ticket pricing is similar to scalping but benefits the artists and organizers.
- The fan loses in both scenarios, paying inflated prices.