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# KISS held the first paid VIP 20 years ago. What have we learned since?
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/kiss-held-the-first-paid-vip-20-years-ago-what-have-we-learned-since/
- Published: 2023-08-11T11:21:00.000Z
- Updated: 2023-08-11T12:46:05.000Z
- Description: Twenty years ago, KISS launched the first paid meet and greet. These VIP programs are now common, and this episode of the Music Biz Weekly Podcast looks at what’s been. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2023/08/kiss-held-the-first-paid-vip-20-years-ago-what-have-we-learned-since.html
- Author: Bruce Houghton
- Tags: DIY Advice & Tips, Live & Ticketing, Podcasts, music, Music Business, music industry, musician, musicians, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 09:44

Twenty years ago, KISS launched the first paid meet and greet. These VIP programs are now common, and this episode of the Music Biz Weekly Podcast looks at what’s been learned about paid fan experiences since, including co-host Michael Brandvold’s role in their creation.

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