I don't imagine that anything terrible will happen if Don, Joe and Timothy don't release the name(s) of the other guest(s) who might be joining them on stage. The element of surprise isn't necessarily a bad thing.
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I don't imagine that anything terrible will happen if Don, Joe and Timothy don't release the name(s) of the other guest(s) who might be joining them on stage. The element of surprise isn't necessarily a bad thing.
I agree...
I think IMO it hasn't sold out partially because I think more people realize than maybe was originally thought that Glenn is not there and wouldn't be the same. Granted there's FM and Journey and others, but people want to know what to expect from the "Eagles" (to use that term lightly) before they shell out the dough so to speak. I can't blame them, though I wouldn't be going anyway.
Thanks everyone for your input, I am genuinely perplexed and trying to make sense of why the concerts haven't sold out and what the point is in purposely not revealing the name of the other addition to the lineup. Do they actually believe keeping it a secret from consumers/fans is helpful? Why? Are the tickets too pricey and a lack of interest in the other bands causing people to stay away? One day passes are NOT available fans may have wanted that option which was available for Desert Trip 2016. I agree about the venue choices. The Indio Polo Grounds are more condusive to a festival kinda of atmosphere vs stadium seating. Perhaps that is an issue that should have been addressed. Fans may have figured out the Eagles without Glenn Frey isn't something they are willing to spend a small fortune on ... coupled with a lack of enthusiasm for the other bands. I am surprised about Fleetwood Mac not drawing bigger ticket sales.
Yes, I agree. Don has to have a big say in all of this. I am not sure about Seger I can see him doing it on a one time guest artist basis not as an addition to the band's permanent lineup like I believe could happen with Deacon. The whole thing is bizarre. I am starting to believe this wasn't well thought out hence the experiment statement. Time will tell I certainly hope for the best where Deacon is concerned.
Dawn - A lot of people are saying they have seen most if not all of the groups before. They seem to really not care for the setting from what they have posted. Also, a lot of people seem to not be big fans of Steely Dan and EWF, and do not think the price justifies seeing two bands they have seem before. Especially since both Glenn and Steve Perry are missing.
JMHO, but these bands all appeal to those over 40. By that time in most people's life they have been there done that with stadium concerts in their teens and 20's ( I know I have). A lot of people have stated they do not want to content with the crowds, weather and sitting for hours in a ball park. I also think the big thing is the expense. I live 1 hour 45 minutes (south) from Citi Field - with no traffic. I would have to probably pay for a hotel, which costs a fortune in NY. I know that my friends would not want to drive for almost two hours to get home after sitting in a hot stadium half the day. I also think not selling one day tickets as also hurt them.
I also wish the best for Deacon.
If the secret special guest has a show to sell in a venue close to either of the two Eagles concerts, he or she may have agreed that the Classic East / West announcement comes after they've sold a certain percentage of the tickets for their own show. I'm pretty sure that Deacon hasn't got any solo shows to sell.
I read a week or two ago that the Classic East / West shows were 4th and 5th top selling festivals this summer. Not bad considering the complaints about the prices, venues, bill and authenticity of the line ups.
http://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2017/...-tickets-.htmlQuote:
StubHub's data also tabulated the most sought-after music festivals for this summer, with the CMA Music Festival topping the list. Bottle Rock and Lollapalooza rounded out the top three, with the Classic East and The Classic West rounding out the top 5.
People keep acting like they band is greedy and some fans think they know what's best. But what about Glenn's family what about how they feel. They should IMO give the final consent.