Apply to make our 26th annual SXSW Music Festival one of the best yet! Showcasing at SXSW means performing in one of Austin, TX's famous live music venues, for the well over 16,000 industry representatives, including nearly 3,000 media members and thousands of fans in attendance. Apply for the opportunity to play with acts from all over world. Of the 2,000 plus showcasing artists in 2011, nearly 600 international acts performed, representing 57 countries. We hope to represent even more nations abroad during SXSW 2012.

SXSW hosts acts in every stage of their development, including music legends such as Bob Geldof, Smokey Robinson, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop and Devo. Join the ranks of Mumford and Sons, Florence and The Machine, Robyn, The Strokes and so many more, by benefiting from career changing exposure and publicity provided by the amazing mix of influential participants who attend SXSW every year.

Apply At Sonicbids Sonicbids is the exclusive online musical event submission platform of the 2012 SXSW Music Festival. To apply, visit Sonicbids and submit your EPK™.



Application Fees and Deadlines Submit your application by October 7, 2011 and pay only $30. The fee for applications submitted after October 7, 2011 is $40. All applications must be submitted no later than the final deadline of November 4, 2011.

*There is not a separate international and domestic deadline, however all international acts are encouraged to submit early to allow extra time for visa applications and travel arrangements.

Still have questions? Visit the Showcase FAQ. If you haven't found your answer there, send an email to music@sxsw.com.