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The Last Royals - "Only the Brave": SXSW 2013 Showcasing Artist

The Last Royals, a Brooklyn duo of writer/singer/producer Eric James and drummer Mason Ingram, formed in early 2010 after meeting and working together on a charity record with producer Mike Beck. James had at that point written and demoed a collection of songs on his own, a handful of which ultimately comprised TLR's buzzed about EP released later that fall, but was still seeking a broader personality and gravitas for the project. Upon meeting Ingram a connection seemed to click and, together with Beck, they began forging a grander collective intersection of live energy and sound.

Bloody Knives - "Peeling Away The Skin": SXSW 2013 Showcasing Artist

Bloody Knives is an industrial/shoegaze band from Austin, Texas consisting of Preston Maddox (bass, voice, keyboards, samples, programming), Jake McCown (Drums, noise, programming, art), Kim Calderon (sound manipulator) and Christo Buffam (guitars/keys/noise). The band combines the sounds of heavy punk and industrial with blurry ambient electronics, shoegaze atmospherics, and 8-bit glitches and melodies.

Learn About SXSW Comedy's Live Podcast Recordings

Created by Samantha on March 1, 2013
Photo by Cassie Wright


There are lots of you-had-to-be-there moments at SXSW; when so many people from the film, interactive, music and comedy worlds hang out in the same place, amazing things happen. If only there was some way to record it all...

Comedy fans, get ready for a week of live podcast recordings (alongside SXSW Comedy's packed schedule of standup, improv and sketch showcases, panels and parties). All live podcast recordings will be at the Esther's Follies (525 E. 6th Street) stage, presented by TuneIn, and they're open to all SXSW badge and wristband holders. Here's your guide to the shows you can check out next week (and look forward to listening to forever):

The LP Questionnaire/Pick Three - Andy Stott

Created by L Park on March 1, 2013

Andy Stott

English producer and electronic musician Andy Stott twists the knobs like nobody's business. His throbbing beats will send you into an afternoon trance that leave you staring out the window wondering why the sky just turned bluer… how the cars are suddenly racing down the street in time to the sounds.

Stott has released three albums on Modern Love and scads of EPs. The prolific gent brings his clever melodies to our shores on Wednesday, March 13 at Elysium.

Italian Superstar Jovanotti Comes to SXSW

Created by james on March 1, 2013

Jovanotti2013 SXSW Showcasing Artist Jovanotti

Italian rapper/singer-songwriter Lorenzo "Jovanotti" Cherubini will be making his SXSW debut at this year's festival. Known for his heavy presence in the global music scene, Jovanotti has a fan base that spans well across the Atlantic. His impressive 25 year-long career boasts collaborations with other renowned artists such as Ben Harper, The Beastie Boys, Michael Franti, and Bono.

International Classical & Jazz Musicians Perform at SXSW

Created by james on March 1, 2013

Ólafur Arnalds2013 Showcasing Artist Ólafur Arnalds

Universal Music Group and Decca Label Group will present an evening of classical and jazz music at St. David's Bethell Hall on Wednesday, March 13th, 8pm-11pm. This official SXSW showcase includes Grammy nominated Israeli mandolinist Avi Avital, who is well-known for his renditions of Baroque-era music, Swiss duo Nik Bärtsch and Sha, who perform a mix of composed and improvised jazz music, and Icelandic ex-hardcore drummer turned composer Ólafur Arnalds.

Introducing the Lineup for Built 2013: Make & Tell, Magic Revealed!

Created by Cori on March 1, 2013

Back again for SXSW 2013, Built features another exciting series of discussions featuring innovators and creators. Join us at Next Stage for this Make & Tell event as these builders reveal their design process and showcase their inventions. Stick around after their short presentations for a meet and greet with the designers and their creations!

Relax and Recharge with American Airlines

Created by chris on March 1, 2013

We are proud to announce American Airlines as the Official Airline Sponsor of SXSW Music, Film and Interactive.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle to enjoy comfort and connectivity in the #newAmerican Lounge, located on the first floor of the Austin Convention Center. American is all about amenities that keep you relaxed and connected, and the #newAmerican Lounge will provide comforts that make your SXSW experience even better.

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