ive seen guest lists used for people who've traveled really far to a show, for people partners. ive seen promoters stress about money then let all their OWN friends in for free. that annoys me.
promoters have reputations and you hear about them. we played one place once and before the headline band started, the promoter had his coat on, and his bag, looking ready to leave. a swift "if you leave without paying us we'll f**k you up" comment from a few dudes in different bands and he was back chilling out.
what annoys me MOST is how people lick the balls on US touring bands, pay big guarantees for them, and screw over any local or other UK bands regardless of how many people that they bring to a show, and nobody sees a problem with that.
some record label person did want to get on guest list to come see us once. i ignored their request. they can pay like anyone else if they REALLY want to see you play.
