So, Bon Jovi is coming out on tour next year. I've never seen them live although they have been in the region multiple times. The pre-sale for their "VIP Packages" go on sale tomorrow. However, in order to even buy them you have to join their Fan Club first.

Their fan club have 3 tiers: $54.99, $79.99 and $159.99 and with each tier you get more stuff.

In a curious move they didn't even mention how much the VIP packages are except for a 3 day travel package which ranges from $1625-$1875 per person depending on how many stay.

My question is this. Is this normal business practice with hi-end acts to force you to register before a pre-sale and charge you to join their club? Are the prices high or they normal too? All the prices are American. Bonjovi.com is the website if you want to check it out.