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StubHub Reveals the 20 Most Rockin' U.S. Cities


Ticket Marketplace Ranks Most Active Markets for Tickets to the Summer's Hottest Tours

SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- August 14, 2006 -- The dog days of summer continue to scorch the nation just as this summer's hottest concert tours are blazing through. With a bevy of big acts on the road in 2006, many shows have sold out around the country, some within minutes of going on sale. Frustrated with a lack of availability and access, concert goers are looking to StubHub, the fan's ticket marketplace, to secure ducats to enjoy their favorite acts. With so many tickets changing hands nationwide, StubHub has put together a list of America's 20 Most Rockin' Cities. Shows in these cities have been the most active sellers on StubHub this summer with rankings based on total sales for concert events only, occurring between May 15th and September 15th.

Additionally, StubHub has included the most popular show for each city that made the Top 20. New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago finished one, two and three respectively, and Madonna's Confessions Tour was the top grossing act in each city. Interestingly, Madonna and Jimmy Buffett combined as the favorite shows for more than half of the cities in the top 20.

City/Region Top Selling Show
1. New York Metro Madonna
2. Los Angeles Madonna
3. Chicago Madonna
4. Philadelphia Jimmy Buffett
5. Boston Dave Matthews Band with Sheryl Crow
6. San Francisco Bay Area Madonna
7. Dallas Soul 2 Soul Tour (Faith Hill/Tim McGraw)
8. Miami Madonna
9. Hartford, CT Dave Matthews Band
10. Baltimore, MD/Wash., DC Soul 2 Soul Tour (Faith Hill/Tim McGraw)
11. Las Vegas Madonna
12. Detroit Jimmy Buffett
13. Richmond, VA Jimmy Buffett
14. Phoenix Madonna
15. Atlanta Jimmy Buffett
16. Denver Soul 2 Soul Tour (Faith Hill/Tim McGraw)
17. Seattle Dave Matthews Band
18. Atlantic City, NJ Madonna
19. Houston Soul 2 Soul Tour (Faith Hill/Tim McGraw)
20. Indianapolis Jimmy Buffett

*Data based on sales through StubHub.com as of 8/11

"Fan loyalty is a true indicator of quality performers. This summer has been filled with great concert tours and fans are showing their support in large numbers," said Jeff Fluhr, founder and CEO. "Madonna is always a huge draw when she tours but the realization that Jimmy Buffett continues to pack 'em in across the country is eye-opening and a testament to his legions of fans."

More FanStats(SM) Summer Concert Stats (as of 8/11)

-- Madonna's 34-date tour is the most popular performance of the summer on StubHub. Tickets have sold for as low as $10 and as high as $3883.

-- Jimmy Buffett's 20-stop tour has the highest per date average, based on total sales. Nationwide, the average price for a ticket has been $130.

-- The most expensive concert ticket sold this summer has been $3883 for the July 22nd Madonna show at American Airlines Arena in Miami. The local buyer purchased two front row seats.

-- The least expensive concert ticket has been $1 for the June 14th INXS show in Santa Barbara. A handful of tickets were sold at this price, all through StubHub's all-auction show.

About StubHub FanStats(SM)

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About StubHub

StubHub is the fans' ticket marketplace, allowing users to buy and sell a vast selection of sporting, concert, theater and other live entertainment events at fair market value, even for events that are "sold out." StubHub reinvented the ticket resale market in 2000 and continues to lead through innovation. The company's unique open marketplace, dedicated solely to tickets, provides all fans the choice to buy or sell their tickets in a safe, convenient, and highly reliable environment. For more information on StubHub, visit www.stubhub.com.