

John Scher
Dec 21, 2023
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.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Dominance of Live Nation
02:22 • 16min
Monopolies and Ticketing Industry
18:27 • 8min
Pneumococcal pneumonia, online education, holiday event, and Ticketmaster fees
26:10 • 5min
Impact of Ticketing Advances and Exclusives
30:41 • 14min
The Rise and Fall of Most Septy
44:30 • 3min
Finding the Capitol and Managing Renaissance
47:54 • 7min
Encounters with John Scher and the Impact of Ticket Prices on Artists' Development
55:08 • 13min
Sustainability of Concert Ticket Prices and the Challenges of Scalping
01:08:10 • 7min
Never Too Late for a Comeback: Earning a Degree, Changing Careers, and Protecting Against RSV
01:15:24 • 4min
Booking a Show for a Band without an Agent
01:19:03 • 14min
Promotion Deals and Lack of Trust
01:33:06 • 5min
Dissatisfaction and Anger
01:37:52 • 17min
Concerns About Phil's Behavior
01:54:48 • 15min
Bank Offers Financial Solutions, Vivgard for Neurological Issues, and Colgate Toothpaste
02:09:47 • 2min