Louis Meyers
American SXSW music and film festival co-founder (1955–2016)
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Louis Jay Meyers (June 21, 1955 – March 11, 2016) was an American festival organizer and co-founder of South By Southwest. Meyers was the event's primary music booker until he sold his share in the event after the 1994 conference, citing stress and health concerns.[1][2]
Louis Jay Meyers | |
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| Born | June 21, 1955 Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | March 11, 2016 (aged 60) Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupations | Festival organizer, musician, producer |
| Organizations | Folk Alliance International (executive director, 2005–2013) |
| Known for | Co-founder of South by Southwest |
Early life
He was born in Austin, Texas.[3]
Professional career
Meyers was also an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and producer.[4] From 2005 to 2013, Meyers was executive director of Folk Alliance International.[5]
Death
Meyers was admitted to a hospital on March 10, 2016, and initially was diagnosed with blood clots.[6] He then died of a suspected heart attack the next day at his home,[7] at the age of 60.[8]