Over 250 Artists Rally for Concert Ticketing Reform
Prominent musicians urge Congress to support the Fans First Act, aiming to curb predatory reselling and improve transparency.
- More than 250 artists, including Billie Eilish and Green Day, have signed a letter to Congress advocating for the Fans First Act.
- The Fans First Act seeks to combat predatory resellers by banning fake tickets and enforcing transparency in ticket pricing.
- Artists emphasize the current ticketing system's failure to protect fans and their live experience.
- The bipartisan bill also targets illegal bots and deceptive practices that inflate ticket prices.
- The push for reform follows widespread frustration with ticketing platforms, highlighted by recent issues during high-profile tours.