So today was the first day to get SXSW wristbands and it was done through a lottery in which purchasers had to show ID and payment card to claim their wristbands. Of the 4,000 available, about 3,500 were distributed. Check out the full article on Austin360.com for more on scalper prevention and SXSW's inflated ego.
I mostly enjoy reading the comments from Austinites begging some unknown savior to please end SXSW or please end ACL. Such desperation.
Errr... most of the acts
Errr... most of the acts you've collected for your "Spring Break" shows are playing because they want to play in Austin during the week of SXSW. It seems kinda contradictory to take full advantage of the festival, yet wish ill upon it. Also, why exalt scalpers? They aren't the ones organizing Yeasayer showcases. You can complain about the wristband prices, but don't complain that they want to ensure that those who pay for them don't get taken advantage of.
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