The Raconteurs (whose album 'Broken boy soldier' is a definite must-hear) are now recording every single concert of their UK tour and selling them online as limited edition CDs. But only 1,000 copies of each show will be available. In addition, fans will also have the possibility to buy an exclusive double-live CD with artworks specific to each venue as they leave after the concert. Details here.
This is what I call brilliant !
Who would not want to keep a memory of the specific concert they attended ? Other bands like for instance the Pixies have done similar things in the past but the Raconteurs are adding a few nice twists.
I had a similar idea some time ago with an extra hook: a photographer (or members of the band if they are too bored) take pictures of people in the first raws during the gig, pictures which are then available online (I guess there might be some issues with rights since you have to ask for permissions first, mmmm, I'll get back to you on this one ...).
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