Its not about the money ;)

[justam]

I think we have to go and hear Ed sing whenever he shows up!
I wouldn't want to be someone who missed hearing him when I could have gone.
I think he's worth more than whatever the tickets cost.

[big mick]

I put in for Manchester and London in the hope of getting both
I don't care about the cost, I'll do some extra work somewhere.

[MissJam81]

I think we have to go and hear Ed sing whenever he shows up!
I wouldn't want to be someone who missed hearing him when I could have gone.
I think he's worth more than whatever the tickets cost.

Thank you! That's the point I was trying to put across!!!

[MissJam81]

ps: Just for the record, my work colleague paid 60 Pounds to see The Wanted!!!!!! and for those who dont know them, they're shitty boy band crap!

[eMMI]

ps: Just for the record, my work colleague paid 60 Pounds to see The Wanted!!!!!! and for those who dont know them, they're shitty boy band crap!

Well, maybe they're a true fan of the Wanted. Who are you to judge?


As for the topic of this thread: Yes, sometimes (more often than not) it is about the money. I'm not seeing Pearl Jam in Europe this time (unless a miracle happens), not to mention Eddie - the money just isn't there, no matter how much I'd want to go. Does it make me less of a fan because I'm not willing to sell my kidney to see a band? Fuck no.

[MissJam81]

ps: Just for the record, my work colleague paid 60 Pounds to see The Wanted!!!!!! and for those who dont know them, they're shitty boy band crap!

Well, maybe they're a true fan of the Wanted. Who are you to judge?


As for the topic of this thread: Yes, sometimes (more often than not) it is about the money. I'm not seeing Pearl Jam in Europe this time (unless a miracle happens), not to mention Eddie - the money just isn't there, no matter how much I'd want to go. Does it make me less of a fan because I'm not willing to sell my kidney to see a band? Fuck no.

agreed! But my point is, you cant compare Eddie to The wanted, totally different genres, The Wanted arent even World wide famous, they went to America and people didnt know who they were! So dont thin Eddie's prices are high if you think of it that way!!

[redrock]

agreed! But my point is, you cant compare Eddie to The wanted, totally different genres, The Wanted arent even World wide famous, they went to America and people didnt know who they were! So dont thin Eddie's prices are high if you think of it that way!!

Any why would one want to compare the two? But if you're looking for chart toppers and 'famous', The Wanted have their a single from their latest album 4th in the charts in the US (more than 555.000 copies sold). They may have stormed the US recently, but they 'stormed'. On the other hand, Eddie's singles from the Uke album haven't charted at all. Lots of people in Europe (and a lot of younger people in the US/Canada/Australia don't know who Eddie is either. It made me google but I noticed that this band are doing an arena tour later this year and dates are sold out (plus additional dates had to be added). Could Eddie command this?

So really, not a reference. You may not like The Wanted but there is no need to diminish another band's 'accomplishments' to uplift your favourite artists worth.

You (and others on this board) may be OK with gig prices, You (and others on this board) may think Ed is god and one must see him whatever the cost may be but one has to be real and also realise that Eddie is no biggie really for a lot of people. He is for us lot.

And I'm not saying this in any disparaging way or anything - just being real. Also, I understand that quantity doesn't mean quality and that a band's/singer's achievement in the charts/ticket sales/pulling power doesn't mean it's better because they 'do more'. Just a reflection of current trends.

[PJForceofNature]

If I can afford it, I will go see Eddie sing whenever the opportunity arises.

He and his music are such a blessing in my life, I wouldn't want to miss seeing him, no matter what the cost.

[Olivavu]

I think the OP needs to open their eyes and understand that some people aren't just going to throw money at whatever turns up.

Gig ticket prices are a disgrace these days and I have had enough of it.

My wife and I have paid £200+ for tickets to both Manchester shows (plus we've got to pay for transport and a hotel room) and we don't want to spend out another load of money on this too.

OP, I think you need to wise up and realise that others have a perspective that differs from your oh-so simplistic one.

[MissJam81]

agreed! But my point is, you cant compare Eddie to The wanted, totally different genres, The Wanted arent even World wide famous, they went to America and people didnt know who they were! So dont thin Eddie's prices are high if you think of it that way!!

Any why would one want to compare the two? But if you're looking for chart toppers and 'famous', The Wanted have their a single from their latest album 4th in the charts in the US (more than 555.000 copies sold). They may have stormed the US recently, but they 'stormed'. On the other hand, Eddie's singles from the Uke album haven't charted at all. Lots of people in Europe (and a lot of younger people in the US/Canada/Australia don't know who Eddie is either. It made me google but I noticed that this band are doing an arena tour later this year and dates are sold out (plus additional dates had to be added). Could Eddie command this?

So really, not a reference. You may not like The Wanted but there is no need to diminish another band's 'accomplishments' to uplift your favourite artists worth.

You (and others on this board) may be OK with gig prices, You (and others on this board) may think Ed is god and one must see him whatever the cost may be but one has to be real and also realise that Eddie is no biggie really for a lot of people. He is for us lot.

And I'm not saying this in any disparaging way or anything - just being real. Also, I understand that quantity doesn't mean quality and that a band's/singer's achievement in the charts/ticket sales/pulling power doesn't mean it's better because they 'do more'. Just a reflection of current trends.

fair enough! Thanks for your opinion!! we could go on forever over this! Im kind of regretting this topic all together

[eMMI]

fair enough! Thanks for your opinion!! we could go on forever over this! Im kind of regretting this topic all together

There's no need to regret or get upset. Sometimes reality just sucks arse.

[PJForceofNature]

I agree that there is no need for regrets. All I can say is that I am so grateful for Eddie's solo concerts and so happy for having the opportunity to attend! I became a PJ fan very late in the game (2010 Bridge), and the fact that PJ are touring and Eddie is touring bring me more joy than I ever could have imagined!

[MissJam81]

I agree that there is no need for regrets. All I can say is that I am so grateful for Eddie's solo concerts and so happy for having the opportunity to attend! I became a PJ fan very late in the game (2010 Bridge), and the fact that PJ are touring and Eddie is touring bring me more joy than I ever could have imagined!

[MissJam81]

I put in for Manchester and London in the hope of getting both
I don't care about the cost, I'll do some extra work somewhere.

Agreed! I borrowed some cash off my sister and asked for extra hours at work!

[MissJam81]

fair enough! Thanks for your opinion!! we could go on forever over this! Im kind of regretting this topic all together

There's no need to regret or get upset. Sometimes reality just sucks arse.

It does indeed!!! I can get quite irrational when it comes to things Im passionate about! got into trouble a few times because of that, I have to admit.... eeek