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Mark Hoppus Tries to Buy Blink-182 Tickets, Fails

Blink-182 fans were on cloud nine when they learned that Tom DeLonge was back with the group, not only for a major tour on the way but also with the…

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PHOENIX, AZ – APRIL 02: Drummer Travis Barker and guitarist Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 perform at the Capital One JamFest during the NCAA March Madness Music Festival 2017 on April 2, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Blink-182 fans were on cloud nine when they learned that Tom DeLonge was back with the group, not only for a major tour on the way but also with the promise of a new album.

When it comes to that worldwide tour, though, some fans are frustrated over the high cost and complicated process of purchasing tickets. As it turns out, Mark Hoppus is frustrated, too.

In a message posted to his Discord server, Hoppus wrote, "Yes I understand that the ticketing can be frustrating. I bought tickets for two of our shows myself just to see what the experience was like. I had tickets yoinked from my cart and the whole thing crash out. Dynamic pricing."

He added, "I'm not in charge of it. It’s meant to discourage scalpers. We're trying to bring you the best possible show for the best price. This is a tour celebrating new music and the band getting back together. Thank you for your enthusiasm and I hope to see all of you at the shows."

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.