India, Feb. 27 -- Eight years after the doomed Fyre Festival of 2017, convicted fraudster Billy McFarland has announced the second edition of the festival - this time with tickets starting at $1,400 and running up to $1.1 million. Tickets for Fyre Festival 2 went on sale this week.

The Fyre Festival, held in 2017, was promoted as a luxurious music event on the Bahamian island of Great Exuma. Organized by Billy McFarland and rapper Ja Rule, it promised attendees upscale accommodations, gourmet cuisine, and performances by top artists. However, upon arrival, guests encountered disorganized facilities, inadequate shelter, and insufficient food, leading to the festival's immediate cancellation.

McFarland was subsequently convicted of fraud ...