Controversy over U.S. Army and Defense Contractors' Sponsorship of SXSW

Controversy surrounds the SXSW festival as over 100 acts, mainly European, dropped out due to U.S. Army and defense contractors' sponsorship. The boycott stems from protest against the Pentagon's support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

Boycott of South by Southwest Music Festival over U.S. Army Partnership

Over 60 musicians are boycotting the South by Southwest music festival in Austin, Texas because of its partnership with the U.S. Army and defense contractors.