There should be ways for everyone to see their favorite artists.

In recent years, artists like Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift and Zach Bryan have majorly grown in popularity. These artists were all on tour this past summer, and their concerts saw sky rocketing ticket prices. Some people like reselling tickets, which can more than double the original price.

Many high schoolers do not work, and those who do get paid get close to minimum wage. With prices this high, it is hard for many people this young to get tickets.

The average ticket price for the top 100 tours last year was $122.84. Many will anticipate cheaper tickets closer to the show, but that can never be guaranteed. On top of the original price, there is usually a large number of added fees.

As a teenage girl with a part-time summer job, I had to be selective with what show I wanted to go to because I did not want to use all of my money on just concerts.

Most fees go to the venues. Other percentages go to the ticketer, concert promoter, and concert performer.

There needs to be more options. For Example, Taylor Swift made a movie out of one of her shows so that fans could watch it whenever and wherever they want. This is such a great alternative as her prices were reaching the thousands — even for the nosebleed seats.

If performers used Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, people would have ways to enjoy their shows. Live streams that still cost maybe 20-30 dollars to still profit is more considerate of the fans who could not make it to the show.

Saying this, I do not want to make them sound greedy, but it would benefit everyone, and it is a great way for artists to show appreciation for their fans.