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Released: July 21, 2011
Scalping battle putting ‘fans’ in the middle
Source: Ben Sisario, NY Times (Free Registration)
It’s the summer concert season and, as usual, many fans are frustrated that rampant ticket scalping online has made seeing their favorite performer almost as much a frustration as a thrill. But now a new group says it wants to help. This week a new nonprofit group, the Fans First Coalition, announced itself with a mission of protecting ordinary consumers from predatory ticket scalpers. The group appeared to have broad support from the industry, including prominent artists like R.E.M., the Dixie Chicks, Maroon 5 and Jennifer Hudson.Read Full Article: Scalping battle putting ‘fans’ in the middle
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