The Merriweather Post show in 2001 had a packed pavilion and some stragglers on the lawn. So it wasn't empty by ANY means. But still, I don't think I paid more than $40 the last couple of times I saw them, which means that I'm skipping out on the show. I want to see them, but it's a matter of principle. I've seen a lot of bands on tour this year before and for cheaper. I know one man can't make a difference, but unless it's something I'm dying to see, I am going to start being way more selective about what I see because this is b.s. I don't think that (when all is said and done with service charges) that paying nearly $100 a ticket for Depeche Mode or similar bands is OK. If enough people don't go to the shows then maybe someone will get the message. Of course, having a big tour means a lot of gas money, so...that's one factor. But I'm still not convinced that's the reason why ticket prices seem to keep going WAY WAY up.
