Bono says U2 has got no problem with charging wealthy fans more to see the band live
Bono stated that U2 aims to keep some concert seats affordable while acknowledging the band has no issue charging premium prices to wealthier fans. He noted that the band has limited control over overall ticket pricing structures.
Why it matters
The comments highlight the ongoing debate regarding dynamic pricing and accessibility in the modern live music industry.
Bono says U2 has long tried to keep its best concert seats within reach for fans. VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images Bono says U2 has little say over what fans pay to see the band live. Still, the band has long tried to make prime seats more accessible. The band also has no issue with wealthier fans paying a premium, Bono says. For decades, U2 has sold out some of the world's biggest venues. Bono says the band has one longstanding way of making those shows more accessible. On The New York Times' "The Interview" podcast, Bono said U2 has "very little" say over ticket prices for its live shows. Still, he said, the band has long worked to make some front-row seats less expensive.
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