2025 Tour Sold Out: My Chemical Romance Fans Are Upset
My Chemical Romance has recently announced their highly anticipated 2025 tour, which has completely sold out, leaving many fans frustrated over the steep ticket prices. This situation has sparked heated discussions online as fans debate who is to blame for these exorbitant costs.
The tour, which spans 10 dates, was unveiled just last week and is titled Long Live the Black Parade. During each performance, the iconic band will showcase their beloved 2006 album The Black Parade in its entirety. Joining them on stage will be an impressive lineup of opening acts, including Evanescence, Devo, Alice Cooper, and Garbage.
Tickets for this much-awaited tour went live for purchase on Friday, November 15, and due to overwhelming demand, a staggering 365,000 tickets were sold within just a few hours. To accommodate the high interest, the band has added an extra show at Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium, scheduled for July 27.
Frustration Among MCR Fans Over Ticket Pricing
On the day tickets were released, numerous fans took to social media to express their discontent regarding the high prices, which were noticed even before they hit the resale market. Many were shocked to see that the cheapest tickets for MCR’s show in Fenway Park, Boston, were listed at $230, prompting one disappointed fan to voice their displeasure.
Another fan shared a screenshot revealing that standard admission tickets for the Chicago show had a face value of $299.50, with an additional $86 in fees attached to each ticket. This sudden increase in costs has led to widespread outrage among fans who feel that these prices are unjustifiable.
Calls for Action: Fans Demand MCR Address Ticketing Concerns
As is often the case with popular artists, once the My Chemical Romance tickets were sold out, they quickly appeared on resale platforms at significantly inflated prices. This has led to a divide within their fanbase, with fans arguing over whether the responsibility lies with the band, Ticketmaster, or the venues themselves.
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Many fans believe that MCR should have implemented measures to better control the ticketing process and prevent such price hikes. Discussions on the My Chemical Romance subreddit have been extensive, with one fan expressing their frustration in a post titled “Disappointment,” stating, “I’m tired of defending this band. Ticket prices are the last straw.” They emphasized that while the band doesn’t owe fans anything, there are reasonable expectations, especially since MCR has returned not merely as a nostalgia act.
Another fan compared their experience with MCR to purchasing tickets for a recent Linkin Park concert, which were priced at $154 plus $30 in fees, highlighting the stark difference in pricing strategies employed by different artists.
Understanding the Justification for High Ticket Prices
Conversely, some fans defended the necessity of higher ticket prices, explaining that many artists are compelled to charge more to cover the substantial costs associated with large-scale tours. One fan commented on Reddit, stating, “If you fail to understand industry practices beyond a cursory Google search, then you ruin the fun for everyone,” emphasizing the challenges artists face in an industry that often pays very little for streaming. They pointed out that substantial ticket prices are essential for covering expenses related to drivers, stage crew, sound engineers, and more.
This fan further argued that even if MCR reduced dynamic pricing, they would still be pressured by venues and labels to generate additional revenue from the tour. “This is the only way artists can earn a living now,” they added, suggesting that if fans dislike the pricing, they should reconsider attending massive stadium shows in 2024.
Many other threads in the discussion mirrored these sentiments, suggesting a complex reality behind the scenes of concert ticket pricing.
Examples of Artists Taking Charge of Ticket Pricing Issues
Notably, Robert Smith of The Cure recently took a stand regarding ticket prices for their 2023 tour—their first since 2016. Smith revealed that the band had the final say in setting ticket prices and opted out of Ticketmaster’s “dynamic pricing” model, which fluctuates prices based on demand.
After receiving numerous complaints from fans about the additional fees, Smith contacted Ticketmaster and successfully negotiated partial refunds for affected fans. Additionally, tickets that were resold at inflated prices were canceled, demonstrating a proactive approach to ticketing issues.
Similarly, Oasis took decisive action regarding their highly anticipated reunion tour, reportedly canceling around 50,000 tickets in the U.K. due to violations of purchasing conditions. This shows a growing trend among artists to take a stand against unfair ticketing practices.
As of now, My Chemical Romance has not publicly addressed the ongoing ticketing controversy.
