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CNET
8 hours ago
- Business
- CNET
I Go to at Least 3 Concerts a Month. Here Are the 7 Ways I Get Cheaper Tickets
Ticket prices have gone up faster than the cost of other consumer goods over the last 20 years. Flashpop/Getty Images If you've been waiting to see your favorite artist perform live, you'll likely need to shell out some serious cash. In 2025, that can mean spending hundreds, even thousands, of dollars for one ticket. For instance, the average price for a secondhand ticket to Taylor Swift's three Eras tour shows in Miami in October 2024 was $3,472, according to a study conducted by SeatPick. CNET While Taylor Swift is certainly one of the largest artists in the world, demonstrated by the Ticketmaster fiasco surrounding tickets her Eras tour, she's not alone. Artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan, who headlined the year's top 100 concerts, have average ticket prices well above $100. Trust me, I understand the mental debate of deciding between either seeing your favorite artist or spending upwards of $500 on a ticket. But here's the thing: you don't always have to spend that much. I prioritize seeing live music twice a week at local venues, but I also go to at least three bigger concerts (at stadiums or amphitheaters) each month. For instance, I'm going to Jin's tour here in Tampa this July, and was able to score an affordable ticket even though he is one of the biggest K-pop artists in the world. I won't gatekeep my tricks of the trade. So while concert tickets for bigger musicians may never be cheap, there are effective ways to save. Below, I break down how much concert ticket prices have risen over the years and efficient tips for saving money. Read more: Buying Concert Tickets Online Is a Mess. 10 Tips for Grabbing the Seats You Want Are concert tickets getting more expensive? Concert tickets can be outrageously expensive. I'm not making that statement based on the anecdotal evidence of millions of people who recount the nightmare experience of fighting for presale codes and then being bombarded with taxes and fees after selecting their seats. I'm basing it on decades of data on the rising ticket costs. According to Pollstar, the average ticket price data from the top 100 tours over the last four years is as follows: Year Average ticket price 2018 $85.03 2019 $91.18 2022 $102.7 2023 $122.84 Based on data provided by Pollstar, ticket prices have gone up faster than the cost of other consumer goods over the last 20 years and have outpaced inflation. My 7 go-to tips for saving money on concert tickets Here are time-honored tips -- plus my own personal lessons from concert ticket debacles over the years -- to finding the lowest ticket prices. Buy tickets early Buy tickets as soon as they go on sale. Early-bird tickets are often cheaper than waiting until closer to the concert date. Being strategic about buying tickets early and using a presale code can help you find the lowest-cost tickets available. PeopleImages/Getty Images Sign up for ticket presales Join artist fan clubs, subscribe to newsletters or follow your favorite artists on social media to access presale offers, which usually have discounted prices. Many concert ticket-distributors, such as Ticketmaster, Live Nation and AXS, offer presale opportunities, so it's best practice to sign up for notifications to never miss out on low ticket prices. Attend weekday shows Concert tickets are usually cheaper on weekdays than on weekends, as demand is generally lower. Over the years, I've saved hundreds of dollars opting to see my favorite artists on weekday nights or even Sunday nights rather than on Fridays and Saturdays. Use student or military discounts Many venues or ticketing platforms in the US offer discounted tickets for college students, military personnel and seniors. Double-check if you qualify for any special discounts. Use a credit card with entertainment rewards You could save up to 4% on concert tickets with an entertainment rewards credit card. Some credit cards may even have partnerships with ticket-distribution companies and will offer card holders exclusive deals, discounts and access to presale tickets. Volunteer at music festivals or venues Volunteering at a multiday music festival or music venue can be an efficient way to get free or discounted concert tickets. For many festivals, you can volunteer for a several-hour shift and then attend the rest of the day for free. Volunteers at music venues, symphonies or theaters often receive discounted or free tickets to performances as a thank you for their work. By volunteering at music venues or festivals, you may receive free or discounted tickets in return for your work. Monkeybusinessimages/Getty Images Purchase during Concert Week Live Nation hosts a Concert Week in early May each year in which the ticket-distribution company offers discounts up to 75% off for over 5,000 shows. In 2025, discounted tickets were available for hundreds of artists, which means there's something for everyone, across all genres. Live Nation also announced the launch of a $30 concert ticket initiative for this upcoming summer. This offering started May 21st and will allow fans to access more than 1,000 shows at select amphitheaters across the US and Canada throughout the summer for just $30. This initiative applies to artists such as The Offspring, Halsey, Avril Lavigne, Kesha, Dierks Bentley, Rod Stewart and more. For more money saving tips, here's tips for saving money on airfare.
Pink Villa
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' Jin gets ‘princess treatment' as Chris Martin lifts him on his shoulder during Coldplay's Seoul concert rehearsals, watch
BTS and Coldplay have long admired each other, and their collaboration in 2021 marked the beginning of a beautiful friendship. During Coldplay's 2025 Seoul, South Korea concerts, Jin of BTS made unexpected appearances at two shows, delighting fans. On May 31, BANGTANTV YouTube channel shared some behind-the-scenes footage of Chris Martin and Jin's interaction, including a humorous moment where Martin casually carries Jin, which quickly went viral. Coldplay's Chris Martin carries BTS' Jin on his shoulder The reunion of two of the biggest boy band members after 3 years was already an enjoyable affair for fans and with the playful video's release, they couldn't get enough of the duo's bond. During the soundcheck for Coldplay's Music of the Spheres final show in Seoul, which took place on April 25, Jin was practicing singing My Universe. While he sang the chorus, Chris Martin came to greet him and lifted him on his shoulder, making him seem as light as a feather. The venue echoed with Jin's joyful giggles as Chris Martin carried him off, prompting him to jokingly cry out, "No! I have to rehearse!" Previously, Coldplay also shared a picture of the hilarious moment on their social media and mobile app, making fans go gaga over the unexpected interaction. Check out the fan reactions to Jin being lifted by Chris Martin BTS ARMY knows Jin's humorous side as a self-admirer and his fondness for compliments. As per the fandom, the precious K-pop star deserves nothing less than "princess treatment", and Chris Martin understood the assignment. Fans feel the latter treats the Rope It singer like a "baby brother." They even joked around saying, "he hoisted Jin up like a beloved sack of potatoes." Talk about a match made in heaven– a hilarious Kim Seokjin and his equally entertaining fandom. Many comments highlighted the duo's heartwarming friendship and how it was "literally the sweetest thing ever." Others hoped for more BTS X Coldplay interactions and joint ventures in future. If Jin can pop up at Coldplay's shows, who knows maybe someday we'll see the latter crashing a BTS concert.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS REUNION on hold till 2026? Find out what happened
BTS ARMY has been looking forward to June all year long, as all of the seven members of BTS will finally complete their mandatory military service. Many had been hoping that the group would reunite as soon as the last member, Suga , is scheduled to be discharged on June 21. With the band's 14th anniversary also taking place around the same time, buzz of a reunion has been loud and strong. However, it seems that the fans will have to wait much longer to see all seven members together again. BTS might not be reuniting after military enlistment is over As per schedule, by June 21, all members of BTS will return to normal civilian life after serving their military enlistment period. Earlier comments from the CFO of the group's management agency have been surfacing, leaving fans wondering whether the comeback or the reunion will happen any time soon after June or if they will have to wait much longer. In 2023, CFO Lee Kyung Joon had shared some information about BTS' return. During a Q3 earnings call, he had shared, 'We are currently in discussions with the members about activities in 2026. While a full group comeback would generate considerable revenue, we expect it will not account for as high a share of our earnings as in the past, as our other artists and new ventures are also contributing to growth." Not only that but during an annual general shareholders' meeting that was held in March this year, the CFO yet again talked about the group's possible reunion. He shared that 'We are still in the process of discussing the group's promotion plans for 2026. Therefore, we do not have any projections laid out at this time." Current BTS projects As of right now, Jin and J-Hope are working towards developing their solo careers. Recently, Jin released his second solo mini-EP titled 'Echo', which has been a global success. Beyond that, the idol is also preparing to leave for his first-ever world tour as well. On the other hand, J-Hope is all set to finish his concert tour with encore concerts on June 13 and 14. He also recently announced the release of his next digital single titled 'Killin' It Girl'. He has also confirmed that he'll be playing the song live for fans during his encore stage as well. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS Star Jin's Album Echo Debuts At 3rd Position On Billboard 200
Since returning from military service last year, BTS star Jin has been breaking records with his new solo mini-album, Echo. The South Korean singer quickly grabbed attention by reaching the top spots on the Billboard charts, surpassing artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Although Jin's album didn't surpass Morgan Wallen's song I'm The Problem, which holds the number one position, Echo still had a strong start, selling 34,500 pure copies, around 1,00,000 fewer than Wallen's track, but remains a fan favourite. For comparison, Jin's previous song Happy peaked at number three after its release. According to reports, Jin's new album, which includes 7 tracks, has entered the Billboard 200 at number 3. While the idol couldn't top Wallen's I'm The Problem or SZA's SOS, the biggest debut of 2025, Echo still opened with 43,000 equivalent units, as per Luminate. This number helped the singer beat the previous success of his song Happy, which had reached number 4 in 2024. The song marked Jin's first solo entry into the Billboard 200's top 10, and now Echo has taken things a step further.
Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
BTS Star Jin's New Album Brings Him To New Career Highs Everywhere
In the span of just six months, Jin has made up for lost time and delivered not one, but two solo projects. The BTS singer was the last member of the group to put out collections on his own, but he's quickly adding to his own catalog, including with his latest short offering. The South Korean musician's new EP Echo lands on a trio of Billboard rankings in America this week, and it sets new career highs for the singer across the board. Perhaps most excitingly, Echo opens at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. The title arrives behind only Morgan Wallen's massive I'm the Problem – which scores the largest debut of 2025 – and the seemingly-unstoppable SOS by SZA. Echo launches with 43,000 equivalent units shifted, according to Luminate. That figure is enough to beat the No. 4 peak of Happy, which dropped in late 2024 and served as Jin's first solo release and initial top 10 showing under his own name on the Billboard 200. Echo also brings Jin to a new career high point on the Top Album Sales chart. The BTS star's latest effort misses out on the throne by just one spot, but nothing was going to beat I'm the Problem by Wallen this time around. Echo kicks off its run on the all-style sales list with 34,500 pure purchases. That's about 100,000 fewer than I'm the Problem, but still a healthy opening figure. Happy only climbed to No. 3 when it was brand new and selling at its best. Jin also earns his first No. 1 on the World Albums chart. Echo starts in that lofty position, bringing the South Korean superstar to the summit for the first time and beating Happy, which also reached the top three, but which was never able to lead the ranking.
