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Statistics have been released that state demand for Rod Stewart tickets are currently double that of Rihanna, due to the ‘Do You Think I’m Sexy?’ singer’s recent chart success.
Viagogo, the world’s largest ticketing marketplace has revealed demand for the elderly rocker’s forthcoming UK shows has seen a surge of 278% after his album ‘True’ went to number one at the weekend, overselling Rihanna’s ‘Diamonds’ tour at a rate of 2:1.
Steve Roest, spokesperson for Viagogo commented on the newfound demand; “Music legends like Rod Stewart will always generate high ticket demand and his upcoming tour is no different."
"It seems his recent album release has reminded fans that he’s still got it, as we’ve noticed a sudden rush for tickets to see him perform around the UK in June."
Watch the video for Rod Stewarts new single ‘It’s Over’ below
Stewart embarks on a UK tour next week, kicking off in Nottingham on 1st June, before the singer heads out for a Las Vegas residency in the summer.
See the full list of Rod Stewart dates below, and for more information visit Gigwise Tickets.
June 1st- Capital FM Arena, Nottingham
June 4th- O2 Arena, London
June 6th- O2 Arena, London
June 8th- Manchester Evening News Arena, Manchester
June 9th- Manchester Evening News Arena, Manchester
June 19th- LG Arena, Birmingham
June 20th- LG Arena, Birmingham
June 23rd- Motorpoint Arena, Sheffield
June 26th- Odyssey Arena, Belfast
June 27th- Odyssey Arena, Belfast
June 29th- RDS Arena, Dublin
September 17th- Echo Arena, Liverpool
September 20th- O2 Arena, London
September 24th- Leeds Arena, Leeds
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