Become a subscriber at AlbumofRecord.com SummaryThis episode of the Album of Record podcast focuses on the price of concert tickets and ticket lotteries, using Pearl Jam's national tour as a case study. The conversation explores the history of Pearl Jam's fan club and the evolution of ticketing systems over the years. The hosts discuss the challenges of the current fan lottery system and the frustrations it can cause for fans. They also examine the rising ticket prices in the live music industry and the impact of the pandemic on ticket demand. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of ticket pricing and the importance of supporting smaller bands and venues. The conversation covers topics such as frustration with ticketing systems, the changing landscape of rock music, the nostalgia of 90s music, and the role of 90s music today. The conversation explores the timelessness of 90s music and how it is perceived by different generations. It discusses the influence of technology on sound and the comparison between 90s bands and 80s cock rock. The authenticity of grunge and its cost are examined, along with the mythologizing of bands. The desire for nostalgic hits and the relevance of new music from 90s bands are also explored. The exceptional bands that continue to make vital music, such as Radiohead and Queens of the Stone Age, are highlighted. Takeaways The current fan lottery system for concert tickets can be frustrating for fans, as it often leads to unequal distribution of tickets. The rising ticket prices in the live music industry are driven by supply and demand dynamics, with fans demonstrating a willingness to pay higher prices. The pandemic has had a significant impact on ticket demand, with pent-up demand fueling increased ticket prices for popular artists. Supporting smaller bands and venues can provide a more affordable and intimate concert experience. Ticketing systems can be frustrating and lead to sour experiences for fans. The popularity of rock music has shifted, with fewer bands crossing over from clubs to arenas. 90s music holds a nostalgic appeal for many, but its role in the current music landscape is evolving. Bands from the 90s, such as Pearl Jam and Stone Temple Pilots, continue to release new music and tour, but their reception varies among different audiences. 90s music has a timeless quality that appeals to younger generations. The perception of heavy music has changed over time. Authenticity and vulnerability were key elements of grunge music. Nostalgia plays a significant role in the appreciation of 90s bands. Certain bands from the 90s continue to make vital music. Chapters 00:00Introduction and Pearl Jam's National Tour 01:09The Concept of Fan Lottery 03:17Ticketing Systems in the Past 04:37The Evolution of Pearl Jam's Fan Club 07:31The Current Fan Club Ticketing System 08:12Fans' Reactions and Frustrations 09:02Unequal Distribution of Tickets 10:49The Rising Ticket Prices and Market Dynamics 13:37The Impact of the Pandemic on Ticket Demand 15:35The Rise of Festivals and Market Saturation 19:21Limiting Fan Club Tickets to Ensure Fairness 21:11Corporate Holds and Ticket Distribution 23:08The Impact of Pent-Up Demand and Secondary Market 24:08The Role of Supply and Demand in Ticket Pricing 25:33The Proliferation of Music Festivals 27:24The Need for Fair Distribution Systems 30:01The Future of Ticket Pricing and Distribution 31:19Supporting Smaller Bands and Venues 32:41The Frustration with Ticketing Systems 35:22The Changing Landscape of Rock Music 38:49The Nostalgia of 90s Music 46:20The Role of 90s Music Today 50:58The Timelessness of 90s Music 51:47Discovering Old Music 52:42The Influence of Technology on Sound 53:25Comparison to 80s Cock Rock 54:05The Perception of Heavy Music 54:35Appreciating Music in Different Eras 56:16The Authenticity of Grunge 57:00The Cost of Authenticity 58:03The Mythologizing of Bands 59:55The Sound of Au