Purchase Los Angeles-based concert and sports tickets with mobile phone

Mar 5, 2007 15:29 GMT  ·  By

MX Telecom, one of the leading providers of global SMS text messaging and wireless multimedia solutions, recently announced that TicketBean, Inc. has selected MX Telecom's messaging gateway to implement an SMS Mobile Ticketing and alert service available to the public through the company's site. Ticketclub SMS ticket notifications for concerts include Incubus and Snow Patrol, and discount sports events include LA Lakers, LA Clippers, LA Kings, and The Galaxy.

The TicketCLUB's site is a non-spamming wireless service that informs customers when their favorite events are available for sale at up to 50% below face value. TicketBean Inc. has developed the technology which allows TicketCLUB's site members to receive personalized notifications and purchase tickets through their mobile phones.

"The Mobile ticketing market, still considered in its infancy in North America, is receiving significant growth from the mobile-forward 18-34 consumer," said Alex Moir, CEO of MX Telecom. "TicketBean's trouble-free SMS ticket purchase technology and personalized alerts for the entertainment market is an absolute driver for adoption. It is a pleasure to be working with this industry shaping company."

"We continue to receive market validation based on the satisfaction of Ticketclub.com members," said Nicholas Kurlas, co-founder and President of TicketBean, Inc. "The nature of our membership is loyal and dynamic and we plan to develop new offerings to meet the demands of Ticketclub.com and other entertainment industry clients. MX Telecom is the prefect partner to help us deliver these new entertainment services."

Consumers can sign up on TicketCLUB's site here.