Southwest Airlines has really pulled a fast one on customers this time. The airline recently announced in honor of its 40th birthday they would be giving away a 40 song playlist for FREE. Not even a week after announcing and launching this has Southwest pulled the promotion and only saying “We apologize, but due to popular demand the free playlist is no longer available. Check out the artists we love on iTunes below.”
This is wrong in so many ways but I mean what did they think was going to happen; people weren’t actually going to download the music because they haven’t heard of most if not all of the artists? For many people their favorite four letter word is FREE. Was this a deal rigged with iTunes to try and get people to purchase the songs and some sort of revenue generator? Who really knows the truth but what a lame and pathetic job by Southwest.
Something that could have been such a positive has become a negative very quickly. And you know what; I bet those artists would have loved for millions of people to be introduced to their music.
Looks like no cake will be served at this anniversary party.
I’ve been very much awaiting today’s new music Tuesday for In Light, the debut release from GIVERS. I first discovered the Louisiana group when I heard “Up Up Up,” and instantly became a fan. The five piece indie rock group spread the good vibes with happy music and In Light is on tap to be the perfect soundtrack for the summer.
So get out and support GIVERS, you won’t be disappointed. And if you’re attending Bonnaroo, don’t miss their set!
Also, a tip of the hat to Glassnote Records; another great band added to the growing list of insane talent on one label. All I want to know now is, when is there going to be a Glassnote Festival?!
Follow @doyouheartmusicI love new music Tuesday and today is a great one as O.A.R. release “Heaven,” the first single off their upcoming album King. Thrilled the fellas are back with not only a great new song but their seventh studio album which drops August 2. Check out THIS link for the making of King.
And if you find yourself in Vegas this weekend, check them out at Red Rock Casino, performing quasi-poolside.
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