As a result, the U.S. Army, and companies who engage in weapons manufacturing, will not be sponsors of SXSW 2025. In March, several notable musicians and celebrities condemned the festival for its ...

Why it matters: The decision comes after 80 artists withdrew from the 2024 festival, citing SXSW's ties to defense contractor RTX Corporation and its U.S. Army sponsorship. What they're saying ...

Earlier this year more than 80 artists dropped off of Austin, Texas-based music festival SXSW in protest of their sponsorship ties with the US Army and arms manufacturers such as Collins Aerospace - a ...

In the Live Music Capital of the World, a harsh reality hits a high note: music industry workers say they’re underpaid by ...

High-profile departures include co-president Hugh Forrest after SXSW 2025 drew criticism for poor attendance and its ...