Jeff James

PickleJar CEO and co-founder, entrepreneur, author and speaker

[End3of6Days9 (Helen) 🇺🇸 @end3of6days9]

She spent nearly $700 on Morgan Wallen tickets through SeatGeek, made it inside the stadium… and still got escorted out by five security guards right before the show started.

This woman and her friend made it through security even after the tickets were flagged as already scanned, and was eventually allowed inside. Once she sat down, another pair of girls showed up with the same seats.

After multiple checks (including a supervisor who kept pulling her out), she and her friend were escorted out of Allegiant Stadium by five security guards — right as Morgan Wallen was about to take the stage. As they were being walked out, she was reportedly told her that next time she should just use Ticketmaster.

Even if SeatGeek ends up refunding her for the tickets, she’s still out thousands on flights, hotel, food, and everything else that went into the trip.

SeatGeek works as both a primary seller for some events and a big secondary marketplace (resale). Problems like duplicate scanning tend to happen more often with resold tickets, which is why a lot of people (and security staff) strongly recommend buying directly from Ticketmaster or the official venue seller when possible.

Have you ever had issues with third-party or resale tickets, or do you usually stick to official sellers now?

[Jeff James @jeffjamesnow]

“Recent industry headlines around independent venues only reinforce what we’ve always believed: artists and local promoters deserve better tools and full control of their fan data. Our Venue Managed Services + TipTopper + PickleJar Live app deliver exactly that — seamless payments, discovery, and engagement. #ArtistFirst #SupportLocalMusic $PKLE

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[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

The Song Suffragettes aren’t slowing down in 2026! Tune in to #PickleJarUpAllNight tonight to hear from SS veteran Reagan Rousseau, then make plans to catch her The Listening Room Cafe on Monday, 1/19! @songsuffragette $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Revisiting our interview with Billboard's Women in Music POWERHOUSE recipient, @ellalangleymsic! She’s playing the stadiums, we wonder if she’s made time for pottery? 😂Congratulations Ella! #BBWomenInMusic

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

VERY excited to welcome @ParkerMcCollum to #PickleJarUpAllNight tonight! Tune in from 12a-5a on @yall1067, on stations nationwide and in the PickleJar app! $PKLE

[Jeff James @jeffjamesnow]

Had a great time on the call yesterday! Really appreciate the questions from everyone and the opportunity to share the vision of $PKLE.

Onward and upward!

[Buffalo Fireside Chats @buffalofireside]

$PKLE If you missed this interview, be sure to watch.

I sat down with @PickleJarLive CEO Jeff James and we got into the real model: fan data, payments, venues, and how artists actually make more money.

A lot more going on here than people realize.

https://t.co/8WQTmGCYKg

[Buffalo Fireside Chats @buffalofireside]

We'll be LIVE TODAY at 5 pm est.

@jeffjamesnow of @PickleJarLive will be joining us! OTCID: $PKLE

We'll also chat about $AURI $CVAT $FDCT $DFTC $KULR $SFWJ

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[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Lucas Leon is BACK on #PickleJarUpAllNight tonight to give us the scoop on Monday night’s @AmericanIdol episode! Get ready to tune in tomorrow at 8/7c and VOTE for #LucasLeon! #idol #AmericanIdol $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

.@ellalangleymsic is dishing on what we can expect from her upcoming album, "Dandelion" which will be out on 4/10! Scott had the opportunity to join Ella & @mirandalambert at the #1 party for "Choosin' Texas" yesterday. #PickleJarUpAllNight $PKLE

#EllaLangley #ChoosinTexas

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Thrilled to welcome @jeorgiarose15 to #PickleJarUpAllNight! Hailing from across the pond, she's helped bring the @songsuffragette showcase all the way to London! Her debut album is out now, too! Tune in tonight and then be sure to see Jeorgia @listeningroom on Monday, 1/26! $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Middle TN native Lucas Leon can usually be found playing at the @nashfarmmarket, but not this weekend! Tune in tomorrow at 8/7c to cheer on Lucas as he tries out for @AmericanIdol & catch his interview with Katie & Scott tonight on #PickleJarUpAllNight! #AmericanIdol
@LRNRadio

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

we love this so much!

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

He’s a protégé! Dylan DeMarcus, son of @rascalflatts' @JayDeMarcus, recently went viral singing the band’s mega hit “Bless The Broken Road.” Tune in to #PicklejarUpAllNight with Katie and Scott TONIGHT to hear more + Dylan’s version of the song!

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

We love how much @Lauren_Alaina loves being a MOM! 😍 #PickleJarUpAllNight $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Merry, merry Christmas from Katie, Scott, and all of us here at PickleJar! #PickleJarUpAllNight $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Tune in to #PIckleJarUpAllNight with Katie and Scott TONIGHT to hear more from Blake Tyler! On @yall1067 and stations nationwide from 12a-5a! $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

Big news! 🚨 We're expanding our partnership with Local Radio Networks! #PickleJarUpAllNight, hosted by Katie Cook and Scott Gaines, will now be available across more than 80 LRN affiliates. Read more here: https://t.co/7kEynJhnOf $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

.@ZoeeMusic has our attention! She’s on air with Katie and Scott tonight and you do not want to miss her - just trust us! Tune in on Y'all 106.7 + stations nationwide or on our app from 12a-5a! $PKLE

[Jeff James @jeffjamesnow]

Exciting times at PickleJar! 🚀 Thrilled to announce our nationwide expansion of flagship Country show PickleJar Up All Night—now syndicating weeknights across 80+ LRN affiliates, reaching millions more fans & artists.

This is huge for our growth, VMS distribution, and championing new Country voices. More access, more impact. Proud of our team & partners!

Learn More: PICKLEJAR UP ALL NIGHT EXPANDS TO 80+ LRN STATIONS, UNLOCKING MILLIONS OF NEW LISTENERS AND NEW REVENUE PATHWAYS FOR LOCAL AFFILIATES – PickleJar Investor Relations

#PickleJar #CountryMusic #ShareholderUpdate $PKLE

[PickleJar Live @PickleJarLive]

We loved having @songsuffragette @zoejeanfowler in studio last week! 💙 You can catch Zoe and the gang at @listeningroom Cafe TOMORROW, 12/2 for Nashville's only all-female showcase! #PickleJarUpAllNight