As you all know I'm pretty much stuck in the 80's. With very few exceptions most of the bands i listen to were big in the 80's. The other day I got really excited. I heard that Huey Lewis and The News were coming to the casino in Niagara Falls. Yes I know that Huey hasnt been big since circa 1988 but i still like his music and think he is still cool. The 2nd concert i ever say was Huey Lewis at the CNE back in 1985 right around the time he had his first number one hit the Power Of Love. I think we paid maybe 30 dollars to see him then. He was at the height of his popularity. Anyhow fast forward to 2009. I read the announcement for the show and thought i would probably be going-until i saw the ticket prices. A ticket for Huey Lewis at the casino is anywhere from 58 to 75 dollars. Am i a fan? yes. Would i pay more to see him at the casino then i did to see him at a stadium when he was still popular? No f'ing way. What the hell is up with ticket prices these days? I used to go to a lot of shows. Now some people actually charge hundreds of dollars to see them live. I blame the Eagles. Back in 1994 they were the first band to charge a hundred dollars for concert tickets. I'm sorry but thats insane. As badly as i want to go 58 dollars can get us groceries or gas. Oh well at least i have my memories of all those great shows I've been to.
No comments:
Post a Comment