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Bono acknowledges U2 ticket prices may be too high for some fans

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Bono of the band U2 has commented on the high cost of concert tickets, acknowledging that wealthy fans may be overpaying for premium seats. While U2 aims to keep some of the best spots affordable, ticket prices for their "Greatest Show on Earth" tour range from approximately $160 for general admission floor tickets to over $1,500 for VIP packages. This discussion occurs amidst ongoing scrutiny of ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster, which faces legal challenges regarding alleged monopolistic practices and overcharging. AI

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Bono acknowledges U2 ticket prices may be too high for some fans

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · James LaForge ·

    Bono on U2 ticket prices: Floor spots start around $160 on the new tour, and the band has ‘no problem’ letting rich fans pay $1,500

    The U2 frontman says the band has “very little” control over what tickets cost. His comments come as presales open for its 2027 world tour, where VIP packages top $1,500.

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