The Cure and Ticketmaster Clash Over High Fees.
TL;DR
Robert Smith, frontman for The Cure, has criticized Ticketmaster for high fees on tickets for the band's upcoming tour. After Smith's outrage on Twitter, Ticketmaster has agreed to offer a $10 refund per ticket to all verified fan accounts and lowest ticket price transactions, with those who purchased tickets at higher prices receiving a $5 refund. The band reportedly worked to make their concerts affordable for all, offering $20 seating in many markets. Ticketmaster has faced scrutiny for its pricing practices for other artists.
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- The Cure frontman Robert Smith says he's "sickened" by Ticketmaster fees CBS Philly
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