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Correspondence between Rod Kennedy and Kurt Van Sickle
Correspondence regarding the birth of baby Van Sickle and aspects of the Kerrville Folk Festival line-up
Letter to Rod Kennedy from William McKniff and Eva Harris
A three page letter written to Rod Kennedy to express their satisfaction with the Kerrville Folk Festival. They notably write of their surprise at the laid-back atmosphere due to the city of Kerrville's conservative history.
News Release: "Austin Festival Follows Some Traditions Not Others"
A news article detailing an upcoming summer music festival in Austin, Texas. The article highlights the variety and diversity of this Texas festival as conceived by music promoter Rod Kennedy who is responsible for a multitude of music festivals…
Letter to Rod Kennedy from Sally Davidson
Letter written to Rod Kennedy ("Kerrville Folk Festival Folks") asking for tickets and merchandise for the festival while she is hospitalized. Sally quotes songs and references contemporary political events (Wounded knee and Watergate) in the…
Newspaper Clipping; SXSW music fest turns 10: Organizers expect 5,000 will tune in to largest U.S. event of its kind
This newspaper clipping marks the growth of South by Southwest at its ten-year anniversary, referring to the festival as "the largest event of its kind in the United States." Despite growing to such a level, one of the founders of the festival claims…
Newspaper Clipping, Do Away With 'Pay to Play' Say SXSW Attendees
This newspaper clipping highlights the struggle between SXSW as a business and as an advocate for artists. Since SXSW functions as a starting ground for artists, some advocate that artists should be paid for their work while others advocate that…