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1 hour ago, Blackstar said:

Looking at the stats for 2021, I see that's common practice for other venues/acts. For example, capacity at MSG varies (~19,000 for Harry Styles, ~15,000 for the Foo Fighters and ~12,000 for The Eagles).

All in all though, based on the general data for 2021, the GN'R tour was rather successful (both in terms of ticket sales and  money made).

Thanks for the post.

Yes it’s going to vary based on the stage, what type, and where the put it. Metallica plays with the stage in the center so the entire MetLife stadium is available for tickets. Combined with it’s a pit for the entire floor (VS GNR was chairs set up for 90% of the floor) the “seating capacity” is always going to vary. 

31 minutes ago, felixGNR said:

The promoter is full of shit, review all the  other concerts at metlife, they will. never write  45% sold. check my old posts. I'm  just repeating myself

its still bullshit.

Metlife capacity for end stage shows its between 52k to 58k .

FACTS.

 there are artist selling 42k tickets showing 100% sold.

btw Metallica expects an 80k capacity tomorrow/ and another 80k Sunday  (  in the round stage)

this exactly

You quoted YOUR stats as being the end all be all and now they aren’t.

Got it.

2 hours ago, felixGNR said:

I’m so glad you posted this and blackstar posted the stats from 2016.

in a previous thread I had stated there must have been less tickets for sale. You told me I was full of shit 😂

in 2016 there were a little over 47000 tickets available. In 2021 there were 38000 tickets available.

The % of sold tickets was EXACTLY the same at 93%. 

38 minutes ago, Karice said:

My God, $1,000-2,000 for Beyonce, Bruce, and Taylor? 🧐😵‍💫 What in the actual fuck? 😵‍💫 🧐And people are complaining about paying $375 to see Guns N'Roses? 😵‍💫🧐

Yes the people complaining about ticket prices don’t go to any semi-big, or big named concerts or they would know GNR ticket prices are on par.

6 hours ago, Nintari said:

As someone who's very interested in psychology, it's always puzzling to me how millionaires can be so hung up on money. I mean, I'm well aware that my pathology is unique, and that there are many things at play here but... how? If I woke up tomorrow with Axl's bank account, I can one-hundred-percent guarantee the last thing in the world I would care about is making money. Actually, I'd probably click my heels and start searching for ways to give large portions of it away to those who really need it.

It’s not about the money. It’s about taking what can be took and winning.

It’s funny to see my old cell after all these years.

2 hours ago, allwaystired said:

Fucking fantastic. Loved it. 

I can’t believe what I’m reading 😂

Anywhere in the US to watch the Foo now and Guns tomorrow?

4 hours ago, Spiritual_Chaos said:

Aren't you guys talking about GnR releasing one song. Last I heard Foo Fighters and Metallica are out playing a tour supported by a new album, with them also doing press about said album and tour. 72 seasons is not only a single, but also the name of an album. As in a collection of songs. The first since Hardwired. 

Maybe Taytay can push tickets based solely on a single, not that she needs to. But you can't put GnR in the same boat as Taytay. You really can't. 

We saw FF last weekend. Great show.

They played 4 songs off the new album. But I can tell you, the fact they have a new album had zero impact of whether or not we were buying tickets to see them. Same thing with GNR. The fact they DON’T have a new album had zero impact on whether or not we were going.

I realize here, that probably puts us in the minority 😂

2 hours ago, Appetitefordiscussion said:

Nice! Nashville area! First time doing Bonnaroo. Are u seeing Guns at all in Atlanta or Nashville this summer? 

Nashville first then going to the Hard Rock in Hollywood.

Not doing ATL. Not really big on festivals and that’s the same weekend we will be flying back from FL.

35 minutes ago, Appetitefordiscussion said:

Seeing them this weekend 

Have a great time!

you live in Tn? I’m in the Sparta/Cookeville area on the weekends. ATL M-F.

Just got back to the room. It’s 2am est.

Had a lightening and thunderstorm delay. Was the best FF concert we’ve ever been to. Dave sounded awesome. That said Josh isn’t Taylor.

Watched a few performances of Everlong from this year. Josh seems like a fine drummer but Everlong is definitely different, particularly in the chorus parts. Maybe he’s just trying to put his spin on it or maybe he just isn’t Taylor.

On 6/1/2023 at 12:28 PM, Spike Killer said:

https://gnrmerch.com/products/1991-skull-black-tour-t-shirt

It seems to list only the shows that were played and not the ones that were cancelled after the riot shows.

It's a cool looking shirt.

I picked up this shirt. I like it a lot.

36 minutes ago, Tom2112 said:

It's not a 34 song different set overhaul for a start, I said a different set. Which means, opening and closing with different songs. Not always having the Slash solo right before SCOM. Just basic stuff. I'm quite happy to hear all the usual songs, I just want some element of surprise... like we got the other night when they threw in Bad Obsession as the 2nd song... that's interesting! Not even I can begrudge that!😄

I just like bands to throw curveballs, like when they opened that set in 2014 with YCBM. That to me is a living, breathing band. Of course they have limited material etc, etc. so they can't go too crazy, but there is no reason why there couldn't be 2-3 alternates for opening song and 2-3 alternates for the end song. Instead of ISE every night, open the set with Chinese one night, next night Jungle, next night ISE. People talk of how it's not that easy, but in reality it is really that easy.

And I'm not completely bagging on this setlist so much, I think they have made some progress in the last 2yrs. They've swapped out songs, added new ones, retired others for legs, it's not completely stagnant. But it's not enough to justify this length of touring without a new record IMO.

I get it and understand now.

Like one time when we saw FF they actually opened with Everlong.

First 2 and easiest changes to make for me…

Condense KOHD and RQ. 😂

30 minutes ago, Tom2112 said:

If you think it's great then, it is! but you have to understand that not everyone is going to go along with your point of view. For me, the set (even this "new" set) is very tired. Time to throw the lot out and build a new set from top to bottom

So what’s your 34 song completely different setlist look like?

Not trying to bust your chops, but with limited songs, and staples that must be played it’s not that easy.

4 minutes ago, MaskingApathy said:

Going to have AIC at my show, wish I was getting Dirty Honey or The Warning instead.

We get the Warning at Hard Rock. Never heard of them. Guess I’ll look and see.

Well honestly I’m thrilled about Carrie. Not a country fan but she can sing for days and I have an appreciation for that. She was on our list to go see, maybe in the fall in Vegas. But now since she’s opening in Nashville we don’t have to go. Can’t believe how lucky we got.

9 minutes ago, t-p-d-a said:

edit WTTJ is finally faster

Tempo wise? If so I hope it’s a sign of things to come like RQ. It’s so much better at a faster tempo.

Just got this email. So I don’t think it’s just GNR that’s struggling with sales in NA.

Shit I can’t figure out how to post a pic from my phone 😑

It’s an Ed Sheeran email for MetLife. 300’s $25 and GA Floor 100 level for $99.

9 hours ago, Trin9498 said:

@B5Redeye So good. The band sounded tight. Josh was a beast! If you haven’t seen the Foo live, you have to see them if you can - I was a casual fan when I first saw them in ‘18. I was sold after that show - Dave is a great showman. 

That’s great to hear! Yeah we’ve seen them half a dozen times. It’s always a good show.

Excited to see them next month because it will be the smallest venue we’ve ever seen them at.

On 5/21/2023 at 9:34 PM, Trin9498 said:

I’m seeing the Foo on Wednesday. They are one of the better live shows I’ve ever seen. 

How was the show?

58 minutes ago, Gordon Comstock said:

 

That's a valid reason not to go to shows though... it's basically the same thing they've been doing for years but the singer is worse every year.

Ticket prices are a legit reason too. If all the big bands are charging hundreds for tickets then most people aren't gonna see many big names each year, they'll pick a band that gives a better value for the ticket price. There's a reason the North American shows aren't selling...

I mean I get that it’s a valid reason…my point was they come out with “new music”, “these people” go, then come back on here and say Axl can’t sing.

I guess some people are like that, with regards to ticket prices, that’s just not me….picking a random band for less money.

It’s like going out to dinner. I’d rather spend $200 for 2 going to a nice restaurant I know I’ll enjoy VS let’s say, spending $60 at Applebees, Longhorn, etc.

I’d personally rather pay more and go see a band I know I love. But that’s just me.

17 hours ago, Gordon Comstock said:

 

Anything GNR releases will likely have vocals from 1999-2007, and Axl was still great then, so of course we'd like to hear it.

Ah, for the “new album” yes. My point was more toward the excuse people cite as the reason they don’t go to GNR shows.

That and ticket prices, which again is a farce. If you go see any “big name” these are the prices you pay 9/10 times.