#32: Pearl Jam

The iconic 90s rock band Pearl Jam embarked on an audacious crusade against ticketing behemoth Ticketmaster that would forever alter the music landscape. In 1994, the band took a principled stand against what they deemed as exorbitant ticket fees and monopolistic practices.

Pearl Jam’s pursuit of more affordable concert tickets, although commendable, was met with skepticism from fans and fellow musicians alike, who accused them of being out of touch or unrealistic. Nevertheless, the band’s resolute stance illuminated Ticketmaster’s stranglehold on live music events, sparking a critical conversation about ticket pricing and distribution.