[Scotty12]

Hope this doesn't come across the wrong way, but I am kind of wishing the big announcement had come out maybe a week after the tickets had gone on sale.

I dont see how this could come across the wrong way.

If anything, the calculated and publicity driven route the band chose comes across the wrong way. As they are a business, I understand. As a loyal fan, I cant help but feel disappointed.

I just exchange tweets with Rob Baker!

I will cite them verbatim, because I don't know how else to do this:

@tanz10: "@tthbaker @paullanglois101 I know you guys don't sell the tickets, but how does the band react to this tix debacle? Is there any reaction?"

@tthbaker: "@tanz10 sad and concerned. We make every effort to make sure it is fair - much beyond our control - We want fans rather than the connected."

For what it's worth.

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I wish it was worth more. Truth be told, even if it were I may be too down about getting shut out on tickets to realize its worth at the moment.

The old adage "actions speak louder than words" comes to mind. As I posted earlier, they have done complete ticketless venues for high demand shows before and it has went smoothly. Comparatively stress free buying process, scalpers nearly (completely?) eliminated, venues packed with happy crowds and their loyal following packed together close to the stage.

What have they done to make sure this is fair? What will the rows closest to the stage look like at this tour? I suspect it will be full of the connected, the wealthy, and those of us who have made the decision to open our wallet one last time to sit amongst them.