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Kid Rock Partners with Ticketmaster to Combat Scalping

2/13/2026

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Kid Rock announced a partnership with Live Nation and Ticketmaster for his "Freedom 250" tour, using Ticketmaster's Face Value Exchange to restrict transfers.
The system restricts resale outside Ticketmaster to prevent scalping and protect fans.
Kid Rock urged Congress to investigate ticketing contracts for potential fraud.
He acknowledged past criticism but welcomed Ticketmaster's cooperation, noting the ticketing landscape harms independent venues and raises fan prices.

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Story summary

Kid Rock announced a partnership with Live Nation and Ticketmaster for his "Freedom 250" tour, using Ticketmaster's Face Value Exchange to restrict transfers.
The system restricts resale outside Ticketmaster to prevent scalping and protect fans.
Kid Rock urged Congress to investigate ticketing contracts for potential fraud.
He acknowledged past criticism but welcomed Ticketmaster's cooperation, noting the ticketing landscape harms independent venues and raises fan prices.