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All you need to know about Johnny Marr’s UK shows

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Johnny Marr has announced European tour dates that see him take to Leeds and London in May 2018. He’ll be appearing at Brudenell Social Club in Leeds and at the capital’s Islington Assembly Hall on the 14 and 16 May respectively, as well as taking to Dublin, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Berlin and Paris.

Marr, who rose to fame alongside Morrissey as a founding member of iconic band The Smiths, will be celebrating the forthcoming release of new album Call The Comet. Johnny Marr announced the record at the start of March, due on the 15 June 2018.

Call The Comet follows his previous solo albums The Messenger and Playland, as well as various albums as a member of The The, Modest Mouse, The Cribs, The Smiths and many more.

The Manchester native celebrates a back-catalogue of iconic music, including a list of unforgettable songs.

Check out the video for Easy Money, taken from his 2014 release Playland below.

Johnny Marr - Easy Money [Official Music Video]

 

Due to the exclusive nature of these shows, there are going to be more people who want to see him on tour than there will be tickets, so here’s all you need to know about the Johnny Marr live dates and how to get tickets.


When is Johnny Marr coming to the UK?

Marr will be playing two UK shows as part of his European headline tour.

Here are the full European dates:

12 May 2018 – Button Factory, Dublin
14 May 2018 – Brudenell Social Club, Leeds
16 May 2018 – Islington Assembly Hall, London
18 May 2018 – Nalen, Stockholm
19 May 2018 – Vega, Copenhagen
20 May 2018 – Paradiso Noord, Amsterdam
21 May 2018 – Festsaal Kreuzberg, Berlin
24 May 2018 – La Gaite Lyrique, Paris


When will tickets be available?

Fans will have the opportunity to get access to these exclusive shows by registering with Verified Fan. Registration closes at 23:59 on Sunday 15 April 2018. Tickets will be available at 10:00 on Wednesday 2018.

Full details on the Verified Fan onsale, are available below.


The Verified Fan Onsale

How do I register for the Verified Fan onsale?

For UK dates go here and complete the registration form. For other European dates, check here.

Where does the Verified Fan program apply?

Johnny Marr is using Verified Fan for his dates in UK, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France and the Netherlands.

When does registration close?

Registration closes on Sunday 15 April at 23:59 ET.

Can I register for the Verified Fan onsale from any country?

Yes, you can register for the Verified Fan onsale from any country.

If I register for Verified Fan onsale do I need to include my country code with my phone number?

Yes, when registering include the country code with your telephone number.

Can I register for the Verified Fan onsale more than once?

Fans may only register once per country for the Verified Fan onsale.

I registered more than once, will I be disqualified?

Don’t worry, you will not be disqualified.

I got a confirmation email, what does that mean?

On the evening before the onsale begins, you will be notified by e-mail if you have been successful in getting a Verified Fan code. The codes will be sent via SMS on the morning of the onsale.

Does registering mean I get a code?

Only once you are verified, you’ll receive an SMS on Wednesday 18 April prior to the onsale at 10:00 (venue local time). Please note, tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and getting an access code does not guarantee tickets.

Does getting a code mean I will get tickets?

If you receive an access code you will have the chance to unlock access to tickets. However, due to demand, the ability to purchase tickets is not guaranteed.

If I get a code will it work for more than one date?

If you are successful in receiving a code, it will work only for show you registered for. For example, if you registered for Paris, your code will not work for London.

When is the Verified Fan onsale?

The VerifieFan onsale starts Wednesday 18 April 2018 at 10:00 (local venue time) for fans who receive codes.

What is the ticket limit?
There is a strict two (2) ticket limit per order.

How much will tickets cost?

Ticket links will be updated with pricing information prior to the onsale. Pricing is subject to change and fees + taxes will apply.

If my parent or guardian uses their credit card to buy, does the person’s whose name is on the card have to attend the show?

No. The tickets will be in the Ticketmaster account holder’s account. (Remember, receiving a code does not guarantee tickets.)


Prepping for the Verified Fan onsale

Johnny Marr fans, get ready for the onsale powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan.

How do I purchase tickets for the onsale powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan?

The Verified Fan onsale begins Wednesday 18 April at 10:00 (local venue time). It’s a simple, standard purchase process and the steps below will help you navigate your search and purchase.

Once verified, you will receive an access code via SMS on Wednesday 18 April prior to the onsale at 10:00 (venue local time). The message will include a link to where you can purchase your tickets, and your unique access code. Keep your phone handy – you’ll receive the SMS 2-4 hours before the onsale.

Sign in to your Ticketmaster account or app in advance. Know your Ticketmaster password, or reset your password in advance. For a faster checkout, make sure you have a valid credit card with updating billing information in your account.

When the onsale gegins at 10:00 (venue local time)

Click the link you were sent at the appropriate time.

Enter your unique access code. Should you receive an error, double-check you entered the access code exactly as it appears in the SMS you receive or that you are signed in using the account you registered for the Verified Fan onsale with.

Due to demand, after entering your Verified Fan access code, you may experience a longer than usual wait time using the ticket search. Do not refresh the page during this time.

When completing your ticket purchase, stay within one browser window. Opening multiple windows or tabs to purchase tickets, may result in errors.

Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and are NOT guaranteed. Do not exceed the ticket limit of two (2).

For a faster checkout, make sure your billing address and credit card information is up to date prior to the start of the onsale.

When should I expect my access code?

Once verified, you will receive an access code via SMS on Wednesday 18 April 2018 prior to the onsale at 10:00 (venue local time). Please note, tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The SMS will include a link to where you can purchase your tickets, and your unique access code. Keep your phone handy – you’ll the SMS 2-4 hours before the onsale. The Verified Fan onsale begins Wednesday 18 April at 10:00 (local venue time).

The onsale has started, I registered and never received my access code?

Registering does not guarantee you will receive a code or have the ability to purchase tickets.

I registered for the last Verified Fan opportunity, shouldn’t I always get a code?

Each Verified Fan tour is unique and you must register for each one separately.

Why didn’t my Verified Fan onsale code work?

You may have maxed out your ticket limit. Due to demand, each Verified Fan onsale has a ticket limit to allow more fans like you to get tickets.

How come I received a Verified Fan onsale code but can’t get tickets?

We’ve seen massive interest for this tour and Verified Fan tickets. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and are NOT guaranteed.


To register for the Johnny Marr Verified Fan onsale, head to Ticketmaster.co.uk.