the splitted day thing is definitely a market strategy that involves high ticket prices. Believe me when I say that many people would be willing to buy a one-day ticket if 80% of the artists they want to see are performing that day (regardless of the quality of the other days). They’re trying to sell as many full tickets as possible; in fact, they’ve said that single-day tickets will be limited.
More than 325 euros nowadays for a three-day festival—plus accommodation and transportation for some—is a significant expense. If the global situation continues like this (which it will), I’m not sure how much longer they’ll be able to stretch this model and profit from it. Also, keep in mind that there’s a fairly young segment of the audience right now, ages 18–30.
I am planning a Spain trip later in December. I am hoping to attend this The Three Kings Day festival over there. Did anyone check it out yet? The parade seems nice to me. https://www.spain.info/en/query/festivals-spain-january/
He's played Tupelo, red right hand, mercy seat, weeping song, into my arms, papa won't leave, from her to eternity, o children & jubilee Street the last few times I've seen him, so i have a feeling they are viewed as the 'hits'.
Don't think he's played 15 feet since the album's tour, 20 odd years ago. I'm confident he'll never play it again. Personally I'd like to see Oh My Lord again, but I'm pretty sure he's done with that song too!