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Taylor Swift Dragged After Olivia Dean Slashes Prices — Swifties Hit Back With 'Bigger Production'

After Olivia Dean publicly accused ticketing platforms of allowing inflated resale prices, Ticketmaster capped resales and agreed to refunds — reigniting debate over why megastars like Taylor Swift did not force similar protections.

International Business Times UK · Dec 2, 2025

“Capping resale at face value is your right and we have a duty to encourage a fair resale market”: Olivia Dean calls on other artists to ensure fans don’t get ripped off

She forces Ticketmaster to refund her fans

MusicRadar · Nov 29, 2025

Olivia Dean fans refunded by Ticketmaster after singer criticises ‘vile’ resale practices

Ticketmaster said they would ‘lead by example’ after Dean called out companies when tickets for her North American tour appeared on resale sites at prices in excess of $1,000

The Guardian - UK · Nov 28, 2025

Musicians’ Union welcomes government ban on inflated gig ticket resales

The union said the move to ban resales for profit would help to maintain the relationship between artists and their fans.

Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2025

Football Fans Outraged as FIFA Resale Tickets Skyrocket 445% — and You'll Lose 30% in Fees

FIFA charges an unprecedented 30% combined fee on World Cup resale tickets, with base prices soaring 445%, turning the governing body into one of sports' biggest ticket brokers.

International Business Times UK · Nov 19, 2025

The 26 best UK Christmas gifts for 13-year-olds – chosen by 13-year-olds

We asked teens what’s on their festive wishlist, from Jellycats to water bottles, skincare to guitars – so you don’t have to guess

The Guardian - UK · Nov 9, 2025

Billie Eilish Under Fire After Calling Out Billionaires — Then Charging Fans A Fortune for Concert Tix

Billie Eilish urged billionaires to 'give your money away' at the WSJ Innovator Awards on 29/10/2025 — but anger over high ticket prices for her 'Hit Me Hard And Soft' tour (standing places from about £145) has left fans accusing her of contradiction.

International Business Times UK · Nov 3, 2025

Bon Jovi Are Back! Jon Bon Jovi Returns After Surgery for 2026 'Forever' World Tour

Bon Jovi returns in 2026! See US, UK & Ireland tour dates, ticket prices, presales, and VIP packages for their "Forever" tour.

International Business Times UK · Oct 29, 2025

‘I flew to Luxembourg to see the gig there instead!’: music fans on how they cope with high UK ticket prices

As increasing prices and fees make gig-going difficult, readers voice their frustration – and suggest alternatives

The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2025

Live Nation's Merger with Ticketmaster Isn't Responsible for High Resale Prices—You Are

Antitrust enforcers at the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission have singled out Live Nation as a scapegoat for concertgoers' insatiable appetites.

Reason · Oct 22, 2025