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SXSW Mentor Program Signup Has Begun

Created by tammy on February 8, 2013
Music Film Interactive

Mentor Ellen McGirt by Edmond LortsMentor Ellen McGirt by Edmond LortsSXSW provides a unique forum for making valuable, one-on-one connections that can take your career to the next level. These connections sometime occur via panels, networking events and even through chance meetings in the hallways at venues where our programming occurs. Another avenue to make these valuable, one-on-one connections is the SXSW Mentor Program, which includes the Interactive, Film, and Music festivals and conferences. The SXSW Mentor Program allows registrants to participate in a seven to ten minute meeting with an industry veteran or insider. Typically, these short meetings provide a great forum for the mentor to dispense important advice, guidance, counseling and inspiration to the mentee.

Don’t Forget The New 2013 Trade Show Dates!

Created by Cori on February 8, 2013
Music Film Interactive

Photo Courtesy of Merrick Ales Don’t forget the new dates for the 2013 Trade Show, our groundbreaking exhibition showcasing the best of SXSW’s convergent industries.

The Trade Show is located in Exhibit Halls 3 & 4 of the Austin Convention Center and open on:
Sunday, March 10 – 11:00am - 6:00pm
Monday, March 11 – 11:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday, March 12 – 11:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday, March 13 – 11:00am - 4:00pm

Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies to Speak at SXSW Music

Created by Bobby on February 7, 2013
Music

Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone, photo by Leo CincoloColin Blunstone and Rod Argent, photo by Leo Cincolo

SXSW Music is proud to announce a Featured Interview with Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies on Friday, March 15th at 12:30pm. Hear stories from the early days of the British Invasion to present, and get a glimpse into the world of these two hugely influential performers and songwriters.

The Zombies, one of the first and most influential of the first wave of bands to hit the United States during the British Invasion of the 1960’s, led by founding members Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent, will perform at SXSW as well. In addition, the group has announced a slate of dates beginning in February in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, with more dates in Summer 2013 to follow.

Last Chance to Save!

Created by jordan on February 7, 2013
Music Film Interactive

Credit: Tim Strauss SXSW Registration. Photo courtesy of Tim Strauss.

The final registration deadline is tomorrow! Register for SXSW 2013 by 11:59 CST this Friday, February 8 to save on the walk-up rate of a Platinum, Gold, Music, Film, or Interactive badge. You know you want to be a part of the excitement, so why not save a chunk of change in the meantime.

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