Let’s Talk Strategy!
A fan's strategy for getting into the gig or festival you want without paying over the odds.
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Music Tickets
Posts filed under “Music Tickets” on the earlier blog at this address, and the current Gigs & Tickets guides of the magazine.
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Heavy Music Festivals (Part 1)
Heavy music festivals for fans left wanting more after the big weekend line-ups were announced.
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Music Tickets
Where music tickets are sold, why booking fees add up and how buying at the box office can help.
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Now in Gigs & Tickets
Section
Getting Sold-Out Gig Tickets
Official exchanges, face-value resale and late releases give fans a real chance at a sold-out show without paying touts or falling for ticket scams.
UK Ticket Resale Rules
Reselling a gig ticket is legal in the UK, but the listing must carry set information and the organiser's original terms still decide a great deal.
Dynamic Pricing Explained
A ticket price that climbs while fans queue is not always dynamic pricing, and knowing the difference helps buyers judge what they are paying.
When Headliners Come On
Doors, support acts and curfews decide when the main act walks on, so the time printed on the ticket is only where the night begins.
Standing or Seated Gigs
Atmosphere, sightlines, comfort and venue rules all shape the choice between a standing ticket and a seat at an arena or theatre gig.