, as they roll out a short run of summer tour dates. The trek kicks off at the end of August and visits St. Paul, Chicago, Indianapolis, Ft. Worth, and Austin.
“Pearl Jam has decided to make tickets non-transferable where permitted, and by selling approximately 10% of tickets through PJ Premium at the market rate to offset increased costs,” the band wrote. “Tickets on this tour will continue to be non-transferable in all states except Illinois where it is prohibited by law. We apologize in advance to Illinois fans who may be subject to increased ticket prices on the secondary market.
“Pearl Jam will use all-in pricing across this tour for the first time,” it continued. This means the ticket price you see listed is the full out-of-pocket price inclusive of fees so there are no surprises at check out.” The group directs ticket buyers curious about its policies to a website for
$163 a ticket. $123 without the fees and ‘charity.’ I’ve given this band thousands of dollars over the years. I just can’t anymore. The Cure proved you don’t have to charge these prices. $163 is a lot easier to swallow if you’re not hit over the head with ‘fairly priced.’
Oh please they didn’t care last year!! Their prices were ridiculous.