Solving the Sold-Out Concert Merch Problem with Tech-Driven Solutions
Fan disappointment with consistently sold-out band merchandise at live shows highlights a significant gap in the market. The feedback points to the core issue: bands often under-stock to avoid the financial and logistical headaches of unsold inventory. This creates a clear business opportunity for a tech-driven service that separates sales from physical stock. Potential solutions could include mobile pre-ordering for at-venue pickup, QR-code-based ordering for post-show home delivery, or even on-demand printing kiosks at venues. Such services would boost artist revenue while meeting fan demand, addressing a major pain point in the live music experience.
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Anybody have any insight into why merch sells out at every show?
Posted by u/defcas•06/29/2025
From what I understand, bands are only making money due to touring and merch is a big component of that. Yet every show I have been to this year the merch is wiped out, sometimes before they
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u/bobeeflay
Well the tickets also always sell out...
Couldn't the band just charge mkre for tickets or tour more? They wouldn't sell put if they did and they'd make a lot more money
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u/nickl104
It’s a fine line, and a lot of artists are getting worse at it. You want to have enough for everyone who wants one without much excess, which is just wasted money. In addition, extra stock ca