Post by Dr Demented on Aug 11, 2006 23:12:34 GMT -5
Let me start by saying that I am a fan of Megadeth's early work...like most of us here, I have everything from the first album all the way to at least Youthanasia, although that one was where he was really starting to get weak...and I can't stand Cryptic Writings...
I've heard that Dave can be a real cock-star to his fans and is real hard to meet...
regardless, I'd love to go to Gigantour...but my anti-sellout alarm has been going off after receiving this email:
MEGADETH Acolytes:
Gigantour has finally returned, waging its 2006 campaign across the U.S.
At the helm of this raging beast is none other than MEGADETH, and they're set to reign with their sonic assault! You can be at the front-line as they conquer the masses by signing up for the massive Megadeth/Gigantour Ticket Packages!
Each level thrusts you deeper into the MEGADETH lair:
2006 GOLD TICKET PACKAGE ($125)
* One reserved ticket within rows 5-10
* Exclusive 2006 Gold Member T-shirt
* Gold Member Laminate
* $10 voucher good for your next purchase in the Megadeth Web Store
* Set of official Megadeth guitar pics and drumsticks
* Gold Ticket Package BONUS! If you are spotted wearing your Gold Package Laminate at the show, you may get upgraded and taken backstage to meet Megadeth and get a photo!
* Gold Tickets DO NOT included ANY backstage access. If the venue is General Admission, package will include EARLY ENTRY admission.
Go platinum and Meet MEGADETH!!!
2006 PLATINUM TICKET PACKAGE ($250)
* One reserved ticket within rows 1-4
* Exclusive 2006 Platinum Member T-shirt
* Authentic VIP Laminate for access to the exclusive Megadeth Meet & Greet
* Personal photo with the band
* $25 voucher good for your next purchase in the Megadeth Web Store
* Set of official Megadeth guitar pics and drumsticks
* Ticket and backstage pass will be delivered at will-call the night of the show
* Band Experience Includes: Backstage meet and greet with Megadeth, one individual photograph per ticket with band's professional camera.
No fan cameras permitted.
* If the venue is General Admission, package will include EARLY ENTRY admission.
Maybe I'm just being an asshole because I'm tired, but does anyone remember the days when you could meet your favorite musician without having to PAY EXTRA for the privilege? I know that I've met a lot of my favorite musicians after seeing them at their show and they never charged me for having my picture taken with them...or for picks and sticks that are customarily thrown into the audience for free...
Don't get me wrong...I fully accept the idea of charging extra for VIP/Backstage access...however, I think that by forcing anyone who wants to meet or get a pic taken with Mustaine to pay is somehow the most ridiculous, evil, and insulting thing I've ever heard.
I've heard that Dave can be a real cock-star to his fans and is real hard to meet...
regardless, I'd love to go to Gigantour...but my anti-sellout alarm has been going off after receiving this email:
MEGADETH Acolytes:
Gigantour has finally returned, waging its 2006 campaign across the U.S.
At the helm of this raging beast is none other than MEGADETH, and they're set to reign with their sonic assault! You can be at the front-line as they conquer the masses by signing up for the massive Megadeth/Gigantour Ticket Packages!
Each level thrusts you deeper into the MEGADETH lair:
2006 GOLD TICKET PACKAGE ($125)
* One reserved ticket within rows 5-10
* Exclusive 2006 Gold Member T-shirt
* Gold Member Laminate
* $10 voucher good for your next purchase in the Megadeth Web Store
* Set of official Megadeth guitar pics and drumsticks
* Gold Ticket Package BONUS! If you are spotted wearing your Gold Package Laminate at the show, you may get upgraded and taken backstage to meet Megadeth and get a photo!
* Gold Tickets DO NOT included ANY backstage access. If the venue is General Admission, package will include EARLY ENTRY admission.
Go platinum and Meet MEGADETH!!!
2006 PLATINUM TICKET PACKAGE ($250)
* One reserved ticket within rows 1-4
* Exclusive 2006 Platinum Member T-shirt
* Authentic VIP Laminate for access to the exclusive Megadeth Meet & Greet
* Personal photo with the band
* $25 voucher good for your next purchase in the Megadeth Web Store
* Set of official Megadeth guitar pics and drumsticks
* Ticket and backstage pass will be delivered at will-call the night of the show
* Band Experience Includes: Backstage meet and greet with Megadeth, one individual photograph per ticket with band's professional camera.
No fan cameras permitted.
* If the venue is General Admission, package will include EARLY ENTRY admission.
Maybe I'm just being an asshole because I'm tired, but does anyone remember the days when you could meet your favorite musician without having to PAY EXTRA for the privilege? I know that I've met a lot of my favorite musicians after seeing them at their show and they never charged me for having my picture taken with them...or for picks and sticks that are customarily thrown into the audience for free...
Don't get me wrong...I fully accept the idea of charging extra for VIP/Backstage access...however, I think that by forcing anyone who wants to meet or get a pic taken with Mustaine to pay is somehow the most ridiculous, evil, and insulting thing I've ever heard.