Around 75 musicians pulled out of SXSW over its partnership with the U.S. Army and other weapons companies.
Around 80 musicians and panelists have pulled out of the prestigious South by Southwest festival in Texas and Governor Greg Abbott has told them not step foot in his state again.They are leaving SXSW over its relationship with the U.S. Army and major defense companies.More than 300,000 people attend the event every year, bringing an economic boon to Texas and this year has included panelists such as Meghan Markle and Selena Gomez.
'But it isn't an iota of hardship when compared to the unimaginable suffering being inflicted every minute, every day on the people of Gaza.'Other artists from Ireland who withdrew included Gavin James, Robert Grace, Chalk, Mick Flannery, Sprints, Soda Blonde, Cardinals, Gurriers and NewDad.
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