Elton John is giving touring one last shot, and then he’s saying farewell to life on the road. Elton will announce in a few hours an upcoming world tour … a tour that will be his last. The 70-year-old legend has been on the road for almost 50…
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Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
Taylor Swift: Pissing Off Fans With "Disastrous" Tour?
After the release of her 1989 album, it seemed Taylor Swift could do no wrong.
Then 2017 happened.
Obviously, Taylor is still cranking out the hits, and her popularity shows no signs of waning.
However, her carefully cultivated “everybody’s bestie” image has taken some serious hits in the past year.
Taylor’s feud with Kim Kardashian may have made the most waves, but the singer drew criticism for a number of other public dust-ups, as well.
From rumors that Taylor supports Donald Trump to complaints that she attacked her rivals too viciously on her new album, it’s been one PR mini-crisis after another.
Through it all, of course, the most loyal Swifties have stood by their queen.
But the latest Taylor-related controversy might prove to be the last straw for some faithful fans.
Countless corporate tie-ins and bizarre promotional stunts have led to criticism that the already-fabulously wealthy Swift is overly concerned with further enriching herself at the expense of her fans.
Thus far, it’s a strategy that’s paid dividends, but some believe Taylor has gone too far with her latest cash-grab.
Fans who attempted to buy tickets for her upcoming tour experienced major sticker shock when they found that seats cost several times more than on her 1989 tour.
Some potential concertgoers complained that they had hoped to see Taylor in the same venue as last time, but were stunned to find they were being asked to pay 3 to 4 times as much.
“I paid $ 150 for my ticket with amazing seats for the 1989 tour. Now for the same seats I have to pay about $ 500,” tweeted one fan.
It’s a situation that’s resulted in a lot of pissed off Swifties–and a lot of empty seats.
“Sales so far have been a mega disappointment,” one music industry insider tells the New York Post.
“There are hundreds if not thousands of tickets left for every show.”
Fan irritation seems to have been exacerbated by a number of promotions that allow buyers to purchase tickets at a lower price–provided they’re willing to shell out for Taylor’s merchandise.
“To get ‘further in line’ to buy Taylor Swift tickets she wants you [to] buy merch from her … this greedy snake,” tweeted one critic.
As a result of what appear to be major miscalculations by Team Taylor, the Reputation Tour has not sold out a single show thus far.
Tickets have been on sale since Taylor’s birthday, December 13.
Compare that to the 1989 tour, which “sold out in minutes,” according to industry analysts.
In the past year, Taylor has proven that she can feud with other celebrities, and her most devoted fans will only love her more for baring her teeth.
However, if she decides to lock horns with the folks who have made her one of the biggest stars on the planet, that’s a fight she’ll likely regret.
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
WWE"s The Miz Goes Nuts on Middle East Tour, "My Balls Are In My Throat"
The Miz had an AWESOME Christmas in the Middle East — singing carols, shooting semis and SLINGSHOTTING OFF A FRICKIN’ AIRCRAFT CARRIER … and he documented all the action. That’s right … while the rest of us were getting cozy by the fire, the…
Tuesday, December 26, 2017
Lorde Cancels Israel Concert, Keeps Russia Tour Dates Intact
Lorde has a funny way of picking and choosing countries in which to perform — she canceled her show next year in Israel … but kept her tour dates in Russia. Lorde pulled the plug Sunday in reaction to backlash over her upcoming Tel…
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Kevin Hart"s Sex Tape Partner Not Laughing at "Irresponsible" Tour Promo
Kevin Hart is turning his sex tape scandal into a big joke that will ultimately make him richer, but his partner on the tape isn’t laughing … TMZ has learned. In the new promo for Kevin’s upcoming “Irresponsible” comedy tour, he openly takes shots…
Steely Dan Frontman Donald Fagen Sues Insurance Co. Over Canceled Tour
Kanye West and Donald Fagen have something in common — major beef with the insurance companies for their tours, and like Yeezy … Fagen’s suing his, claiming it’s failed to pay up. The Steely Dan singer says he took out a policy with International…
Thursday, October 12, 2017
NeNe Leakes Dropped from Xscape Tour Over Rape Comment
NeNe Leakes will no longer be hosting the Xscape reunion tour after dropping a disgusting rape clapback at a heckler during one of her stand-up gigs. Xscape released a statement Thursday morning saying they were “dismayed” by NeNe’s…
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
The Weeknd"s Tour Members Under Police Investigation for Rape
Two temporary crew members on tour with The Weeknd are under criminal investigation after a woman claims she was raped backstage following the singer’s show … but we’re told The Weeknd was out of the building before the alleged crime…
Saturday, September 9, 2017
Janet Jackson Fans Settle Live Nation Lawsuit Over Cancelled Tour Refunds
Janet Jackson just fired up her “Unbreakable” tour Thursday at exactly the same time Live Nation settled with some disgruntled fans who didn’t get a refund when the tour was put on ice so she could have a baby. TMZ has learned … the fans filed…
Friday, September 8, 2017
Janet Jackson Goes Back On Tour, Looking So Good
Janet Jackson is finally back on tour, and fans — including Tyler Perry — are reaping the benefits of some serious post breakup hotness. Janet resumed her State of the World tour Thursday night in Lafayette, Louisiana — but you’d never guess…
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Katy Perry Sued After Stagehand Loses Toe on Prismatic Tour
Katy Perry is in a toe jam, after a woman claims she lost one of hers while working on the singer’s tour. Christina Fish claims in a lawsuit she was hired as a stagehand for Katy’s Prismatic World Tour in 2014. On the night of Katy’s…
Saturday, August 12, 2017
2 Chainz"s Tricked Out Wheelchair Saves Concert Tour!!!
We see 2 Chainz rollin’ … and we ain’t hatin’!!! The rapper broke his leg just over a week ago and needed surgery to fix it. The doc told him he might have to cancel his entire “Pretty Girls Like Trap Music” tour … but Chainz wasn’t having…
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
Aaron Carter Says Hi to TMZ Tour Bus, Apparently Right After Surgery
Aaron Carter was more than happy to greet fans on the TMZ Tour bus, apparently right after he went under the knife for something that is super secret. Our tour guide spotted Aaron driving around Tuesday in L.A., when he pulled over and hopped on…
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Kanye West"s Touring Co. Sues Lloyd"s of London for $10 Million Over Canceled "Pablo" Tour
Kanye West’s touring company is suing Lloyd’s of London to get its money back for the shortened Saint Pablo tour, and says the insurer is trying to peddle a marijuana-based excuse for NOT paying. According to docs, Very Good Touring filed a claim…
Yasiel Puig Crashes TMZ Tour, Meets MLB Legend Onboard!
Think L.A. Dodgers superstar Yasiel Puig could pick World Series hero Luis Gonzalez out of a crowd? You’re about to find out … courtesy of the TMZ Celebrity Tour!!! Puig flagged down the bus (super comfy seats, btw) while eating at Villa Blanca…
Justin Bieber Wears Purpose Tour Merchandise on Heels of Canceled Shows
Justin Bieber knows just how to rub it in … sporting some Purpose Tour merchandise just a week after he announced the cancellation of his 14 remaining shows. Justin was out Monday in Beverly Hills wearing some not-so-subtle…
R. Kelly Tour Dates Canceled Amid Sex Cult Allegations
R. Kelly’s “After Party” tour is going to be a little shorter — a bunch of dates have been canceled. Four of Kelly’s 10 upcoming tour dates were canceled Monday. Just last week he’d vowed he would continue touring, despite being accused of running…
Sunday, July 30, 2017
Vic Mensa"s Not Pissed Justin Bieber Scratched Their Tour, But R. Kelly Is a Much Different Story
Vic Mensa is sticking up for Justin Bieber … saying he’s also canceled gigs when he just couldn’t get onstage and do it. The Chicago rapper — who just dropped his killer album, “The Autobiography” — was supposed to open for the Biebs on…
Vic Mensa"s Not Pissed Justin Bieber Scratched Their Tour, But R. Kelly Is a Much Different Story
Vic Mensa is sticking up for Justin Bieber … saying he’s also canceled gigs when he just couldn’t get onstage and do it. The Chicago rapper — who just dropped his killer album, “The Autobiography” — was supposed to open for the Biebs on…
Friday, July 28, 2017
R. Kelly Records Sex Cult Denial Video, Promises His Tour Will Go On
R. Kelly is finally showing his face — sort of — to deny rumors he’s running a ‘sex cult’ in his homes, and he’s clearly concerned about his bottom line. Kelly recorded a video message, telling fans, “Despite all of the crap y’all hearing I will…
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