A fake band goes on tour: a perfect tale for our times | Laura Barton

In an era of fake news comes Threatin, the ‘band’ with fake fans. But is this just another chapter in rock’s chequered history?

As great rock’n’roll swindles go, the story of Threatin is rather impressive. The LA-based metal act – essentially just Jered Threatin – had apparently been enjoying a successful tour of the UK, with shows secured on the strength of an online following and advance ticket sales promising a fine night and healthy bar sales. In the event, however, this is not quite how it rolled.

Related: Threatin: band creates fake fanbase for tour attended by no one

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from The Guardian https://ift.tt/2zNKKhI