L. Kent Wolgamott: Music barely started, and SXSW is half over
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AUSTIN, Texas — For at least 16 years, BMI has said “Howdy Texas” with a Tuesday night party featuring bands and barbecue, kicking off the South By Southwest Music Festival for the invited writers and industry sorts.