Concert promoter John Scher discusses the dominance of Live Nation, challenges faced by independent promoters, and the need to break up monopolies in the ticketing industry. They also talk about the rise and fall of Most Septy, encounters with John Scher, and the impact of high ticket prices on artists' development. Other topics include the sustainability of ticket prices, challenges of scalping, and booking shows for bands without agents.
High ticket prices for heritage acts may limit accessibility and hinder the growth of new artists in the concert industry.
Ticket prices will likely need to decrease to ensure long-term sustainability in the concert business.
The concert industry continues to evolve and adapt to changing dynamics and demands, with rock acts becoming heritage acts and new genres finding success.
The speaker shares personal experiences and insights about their involvement with the Grateful Dead, including unique dynamics within the band and conflicts after Jerry Garcia's passing.
Deep dives
Ticket prices and affordability
Ticket prices for concerts, especially for heritage acts, have become extremely expensive. While there is a demand for these tickets at high prices, it may prevent middle-class individuals from attending multiple shows and exploring new artists.
Impact on artist development
The high ticket prices for heritage acts may hinder the development of new artists and genres in the industry. While superstars will continue to sell tickets at high prices, rising artists may struggle to attract audiences due to the high cost of attending their shows.
Potential for price adjustment
It is predicted that ticket prices will eventually need to come down, maintaining the health of the concert business. While there is a unique experience in attending live shows, the current prices may not be sustainable in the long run.
Evolution of the industry
The concert industry has seen changes over the years, with rock acts becoming heritage acts and hip-hop and Americana acts finding success. The industry will continue to evolve and adapt to changing dynamics and demands.
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The Journey with the Grateful Dead
The speaker shares personal experiences and insights from their involvement with the Grateful Dead. They discuss how they brokered their first show with the band, developed a relationship with the members, and even bailed Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter out of jail. They also touch upon the dynamics within the band, such as their aversion to working with agents, their commitment to providing quality shows for their fans, and the subsequent conflicts that arose following Jerry Garcia's passing.
