Jimmy Buffett is 'most requested' event

LOS ANGELES, July 5 (UPI) -- Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band's U.S. concert tour was the "most requested event" in the first half of 2006, Ticketmaster said.

Country music stars Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's Soul2Soul II tour came in second in the ticket company's ranking, which is based on online page views, information requests and ticket sales.

"Wicked," the musical that tells the story of the "Wizard of Oz" from the witches' perspective, came in third.

"'Wicked's' position at No. 3 illustrates the enormous success of these compelling Broadway and theatrical touring performances," said Sean Moriarty of Ticketmaster.

Other performances in Ticketmaster's Top 10 were, Kenny Chesney, David Gilmour, Billy Joel, Dave Matthews Band, Bon Jovi and Cold Play.

The New York Yankees' games also ranked among the Top 10.