This is what you support.
Coachella is ultimately owned by billionaire Philip Anschutz through his Anschutz Corporation, with day-to-day operations managed by Goldenvoice, a subsidiary of AEG Presents.
“Through the Anschutz Foundation, he had made grants to conservative think tanks, including the American Enterprise Institute, the Federalist Society and the Heritage Foundation.[46][47][48] Anschutz contributed $1 million to conservatives during the 2016 U.S. elections, and $200,000 to Republican politicians and political action committees during the 2017 elections.”
~ “Coachella owner personally gave $187,300 to Republican candidates and Super PACs in 2017” Archived January 5, 2018, at the Wayback Machine Fader. Retrieved January 4, 2018.
The paragraph highlights the contrasting situations of people packed together at a festival and those in Trump Internment camps, emphasizing a loss of integrity and compassion in society regarding such issues.
Posted on 26 Jan 2013
I was having an interesting conversation with the owner of a bar, who also tends to the bar and has ties to the music industry. During our talk, we touched on the subject of bands being offered substantial sums—millions, in fact—to perform at a particular event. He posed the intriguing question: would I accept such an offer if I were part of a band? This was all hypothetical, of course. To be honest, I believe about 2% of what he claims, but it definitely got me thinking.
I responded with a firm “no.” His perspective was quite different; he mentioned that he would consider taking the money because the other members in his band were struggling and their families could genuinely use the financial support. I respect that viewpoint, as it’s a harsh reality in the music industry where many artists find it difficult to make ends meet. However, I stressed that for me, it’s a matter of integrity. I cannot endorse or participate in events that don’t align with my values. It feels like a compromise of artistic integrity to play at events that, in my opinion, prioritize profit over purpose.
I couldn’t help but reflect on the past—how, during the era of the hippies, large festivals seemed to stand for something meaningful. There was a sense of community, a push for peace, love, and social change. In contrast, today’s big events often feel more commercialized and less genuine. Ultimately, I suggested that my band should have a democratic vote on whether to consider such offers, allowing everyone to express their thoughts and feelings openly. But at this moment, there are three things that just don’t sit right with me: my hangover, my hangover,
Big media and big festivals suck
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