Jacko: Ticket Or Refund?
Posted Tue 30 Jun 2009 11:47AM BST by Dave Rumour in Snap, Crackle and Pop
As millions continue to mourn the death of Michael Jackson across the globe, many fans who bought tickets for the pop superstar's ill-fated "This Is It" dates have also been wondering when or if they will get their money back. Around 800,000 reportedly paid considerable sums to see his much-anticipated but unlikely comeback, which was scheduled to stretch across 50 dates at London's O2 Arena. Today news emerged that the promoters have come up with a novel idea to commemorate his passing.All fans will be eligible to a refund or can instead sacrifice the money to receive their exclusive ticket, which features a holographic, 3D image of Jackson in one of his iconic, dancing poses. Eight different versions are understood to have been printed and AEG Live say they have been inundated with requests from fans who are eager to keep what are sure to become collector's items and a highly-sought after piece of music memorabilia.
Company president Randy Phillips explained they were keen to make sure people were treated fairly after missing out on the chance to see Michael. "The world lost a kind soul who just happened to be the greatest entertainer the world has ever known", he explained. "Since he loved his fans in life, it is incumbent upon us to treat them with the same reverence and respect after his death." For more information on the refund policy and to view what are said to be the final live shots of Jackson, taken just two days before his death, view the video clip below:
What do you think of AEG's plan? Is it a cheap gimmick or a fitting tribute to Jackson? Will you be seeking a refund or a commemorative ticket? Have your say here...
A lot of guys have said its a cop out but nobody seems to have better idea.
by the way I'm not even a fan, but this is my view
if they really care about the fans and if they were keen to make sure people were treated fairly after missing out on the chance to see Michael, they should definately refund every single ticket and also let the ticket holder keep that ticket as a tribute!
but the reality is they wont do that cause they want money!
everyone in this world is cruel in some ways, but thats life!
when michael was alive, the media had nothing good to say about him, today when hez gone we start talking how much he went through in life etc!
anyways no point for me to say anything lol cause im nothing and it want even make a difference!
but R.I.P michael jackson.
We should receive a ticket ASWELL as the refund,Iam sure that's what Michael would have really wanted,a farewell gift from the King, to his really loyal and devoted fans,not a cash in like AEG seem to be doing.
They should offer the chance to have your ticket AND money back ... especially as many of the ticket buyers for earlier shows would of recieved their tickets by now and able to get their money back ...