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fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ex Fyre Fest designer says fraudster Billy McFarland, Anna Delvey, Luigi Mangione have one thing in common

We look at them like they're iconic, like, 'Oh what's she wearing to court?' And ... at a certain point, you're just more obsessed with them as this narrative that you've built rather than who they actually are. ... If you met Billy, you wouldn't be impressed.
Social media marketing
#billy-mcfarland
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Alarms raised over legitimacy of Fyre festival 2: An event that does not exist'

The Fyre Festival's second iteration has begun selling tickets, but lacks local government approval, echoing the disastrous first event's history.
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Fyre festival 2: tickets go on sale for follow-up to infamous disaster

Fyre Festival 2 aims to exceed the disastrous original, with new management and improved planning for an unforgettable experience.
Miami Dolphins
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Fyre Festival 2 finally books first act: former NFL star Antonio Brown

Antonio Brown claims to perform at the disputed Fyre Festival 2, despite concerns from Mexican officials questioning the event's legitimacy.
NYC music
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Who is Billy McFarland? How the founder of the infamous Fyre Festival went to prison for fraud, and what he's up to now

Billy McFarland is planning to relaunch Fyre Festival as Fyre Festival 2 after serving time for fraud related to the original event.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Welcome back Billy McFarland and a new Fyre festival. Shows you can't keep a good fantasist down

Fyre Festival remains a significant cultural reference point, blending infamy with the potential for a revived legacy in the festival industry.
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Alarms raised over legitimacy of Fyre festival 2: An event that does not exist'

The Fyre Festival's second iteration has begun selling tickets, but lacks local government approval, echoing the disastrous first event's history.
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Fyre festival 2: tickets go on sale for follow-up to infamous disaster

Fyre Festival 2 aims to exceed the disastrous original, with new management and improved planning for an unforgettable experience.
Miami Dolphins
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Fyre Festival 2 finally books first act: former NFL star Antonio Brown

Antonio Brown claims to perform at the disputed Fyre Festival 2, despite concerns from Mexican officials questioning the event's legitimacy.
NYC music
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Who is Billy McFarland? How the founder of the infamous Fyre Festival went to prison for fraud, and what he's up to now

Billy McFarland is planning to relaunch Fyre Festival as Fyre Festival 2 after serving time for fraud related to the original event.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Welcome back Billy McFarland and a new Fyre festival. Shows you can't keep a good fantasist down

Fyre Festival remains a significant cultural reference point, blending infamy with the potential for a revived legacy in the festival industry.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Fyre Festival Being Turned Into Music Streaming Service Following Purchase of IP

I needed a big name that people would remember, even if it's attached to infamy, so that's why I bought these trademarks.
SF music
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Fyre Festival is becoming a music streaming service that might not be a scam this time

It has nothing to do with music. I needed a big name that people would remember, even if it's attached to infamy, so that's why I bought these trademarks to start the streaming network.
SF music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

With No Hint of Irony, Fyre Fest 2 Organizers Accuse Mexican Officials of "Theft"

The Playa del Carmen government introduced us to venues, hotels, and hospitality partners, all of which we signed and paid. They issued permits, held press conferences, and promoted the event publicly before denying any awareness of it.
NYC music
#elon-musk
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Musk Says Federal Workers Have 'Another Chance'

A police shooting occurred in Oakland involving a man with a handgun threatening people.
Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Day Around the Bay: Red Flags Abound As Fyre Fest 2 Changes Locations' After Authorities Say No Paperwork Was Ever Filed

Elon Musk's AI startup xAI has merged with X, enhancing data and talent resources.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Musk Says Federal Workers Have 'Another Chance'

A police shooting occurred in Oakland involving a man with a handgun threatening people.
Silicon Valley
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Day Around the Bay: Red Flags Abound As Fyre Fest 2 Changes Locations' After Authorities Say No Paperwork Was Ever Filed

Elon Musk's AI startup xAI has merged with X, enhancing data and talent resources.
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