Empty seats, cancelled concerts as music fans reject soaring ticket prices

Unsold concert tickets are pushing some major artists to cancel or postpone their tours. Experts suggest the trend — referred to by fans as 'blue dot fever' — is a response to rising ticket prices. CORRECTION (June 18, 2026): A previous version of this video indicated tour manager Jen Ochej was in Paris, Ontario, during her interview. In fact, she was in Paris, France. news music cbcnews The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news