"Musicians Boycott SXSW Over Texas Governor's Actions"
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Around 80 musicians and panelists have withdrawn from the SXSW festival in Texas due to its ties with the U.S. Army and major defense companies, prompting Governor Greg Abbott to tell them not to return to the state. The boycott stems from the U.S. government's support of Israel in its military actions in Gaza, leading to international calls for a ceasefire. The entire official music contingent from Ireland has pulled out, and SXSW has defended its partnership with defense companies, stating that it values free speech and the impact of emerging technologies.
- Full List of SXSW Musicians Greg Abbott Has Told Not To Come Back to Texas Newsweek
- Dozens of artists and speakers pull out of SXSW festival in protest of military and defense industry sponsorships CNN
- Bands pull out of SXSW Festival The Dallas Morning News
- Greg Abbott Tells Musicians 'Don't Come Back' to Texas Newsweek
- South by Southwest clashes with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over US Army support Business Insider
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