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Former Beatle Paul McCartney performs during a concert on the outskirts of Madrid Sunday, May 30, 2004, during his European tour.
The Associated Press
This week’s Paul McCartney and Rolling Stones shows at Glendale Arena are sold out — something to be expected with legendary rock acts of their caliber.
Yet as savvy concertgoers know, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to get in to their shows, just a little trickier. Several independent ticket brokers, who sell tickets above face value, still have some available, although perhaps not for long.
“Both shows, we’re sold out,” said Bruce Genzburg of Jack’s Ticket Agency in Tempe. “They could have gone as high as — for the Stones — probably about $1,200 to $1,300,” and “maybe $1,000” for McCartney.
Tickets for Wednesday’s Paul McCartney concert had a face value of $55 to $205, and Sunday’s Rolling Stones show originally went for $65 to $355.
J. Cobb of Team One Tickets in Scottsdale declined comment on just how much their ticket prices were, but said he’s observed “no demand for Paul McCartney,” and reports the only requests they’ve been getting are from people looking to sell their tickets to the former Beatle’s show.
“The Stones is actually a decent show, it’s been selling well,” said Cobb.
Online sources are also an option.
On auction Web site eBay, tickets for the Rolling Stones Valley show range from slightly below face value for the upper level and $3,000 for floor seats.
eBay sales for McCartney fall between $200 and $500, but don’t fetch quite the same premium as tickets for Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and company.
Classified ad Web site Phoenix.Craigslist.com has more people looking to sell than buy for both shows, although there are still pleas from those in need. A pair of McCartney tickets was advertised as low as $100, and $350 for two Stones tickets.
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