Promoters for UK band Oasis say secondary market tickets being canceled to list again by official seller

Live Nation and SJM have canceled over 50,000 tickets listed on secondary markets to combat high resale prices, which reached over $7000. Oasis aims to ensure loyal fans can access tickets through Ticketmaster at face value. The move is seen as a positive step for fans, with a call for other artists like Taylor Swift to adopt similar practices.

What action did the band's promoters take regarding tickets listed on resale sites?

• They canceled over 50,000 tickets.

• They offered discounts on resale tickets.

• They partnered with resale sites.

• They increased the ticket prices.

How did Oasis plan to distribute the canceled tickets?

• Through a lottery system.

• By giving them away for free.

• By selling them at face value through Ticketmaster.

• By auctioning them to the highest bidder.

What is the main concern about the ticket prices for concerts?

• They are too low for the artists to profit.

• They are too high for regular people to afford.

• They are inconsistent across different platforms.

• They are not available in all currencies.

What is the general reaction to the decision to cancel and reissue tickets?

• It is considered a positive move for fans.

• It is ignored by most fans.

• It is viewed as a marketing strategy.

• It is seen as unfair to the original buyers.

Which artist is mentioned as someone who could adopt a similar ticketing practice?

• Beyoncé

• Taylor Swift

• Adele

• Ed Sheeran