Economics
How ‘Swiftonomics’ May Finally Break Ticketmaster’s Spell
Covid-revenge spending, political opportunism and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour are combining to potentially change US antitrust law.
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Back in the days when bands like Led Zeppelin or The Who toured America, teens lined up overnight at ticket booths, hoping for great seats when the window opened. As time went on, the queue moved to the telephone and ultimately online. All the while, one company increased its grip on the live-event market. That company is Ticketmaster.