Today in Focus Why Oasis tickets are ‘definitely maybe’ too expensive
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Sep 4, 2024 Rob Davies, a Guardian reporter and music ticketing expert, dives into the whirlwind of ticket sales for Oasis' reunion tour. He discusses the emotional connection fans have to the band's music and the turbulence of securing tickets marked by dynamic pricing. Listeners learn how tech-savvy resellers exploit bots, leading to soaring prices and buyer's remorse. The conversation highlights the socio-economic divide created by these pricing strategies and questions what it means for fans hoping to reconnect with their teenage memories.
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Josh's Oasis Story
- Josh Halliday, The Guardian's North of England editor, shares his lifelong connection with Oasis.
- From teenage years to his wedding, Oasis's music has been a soundtrack to key moments.
Ticket Buying Ordeal
- Halliday describes his frustrating experience buying Oasis tickets.
- After hours of waiting, he ended up paying over double the face value due to dynamic pricing.
Dynamic Pricing Explained
- Dynamic pricing, where ticket prices surge with demand, is becoming increasingly common.
- This practice mirrors airline and hotel pricing strategies, maximizing profits during peak demand.