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SXSW V2V: Connect With Tony Hsieh, Natalia Oberti Nogurea, Tim League and More

Created by Hugh on June 17, 2013
Music Film Interactive V2V

The inaugural SXSW V2V conference in Las Vegas begins in just over 50 days-- have you purchased your registration yet? Scheduled August 11-14 at the Cosmopolitan Hotel of Las Vegas, this exciting event brings together startups, entrepreneurs, innovators and digital creatives for four days of learning, sharing, networking and career-enhancing connections.

Speakers at SXSW V2V 2013 include Micah Baldwin (Graphic.ly), Scott Belsky (Behance), Stephanie Burns (Chic), Amber Case (Esri R&D Center), Steve Case (Revolution), Jake Colvin (National Foreign Trade Council), Dustin Curtis (Svbtle), Aziz Gilani (Mercury Fund), Frank Gruber (Tech Cocktail), Christine Herron (Intel Capital), Tony Hsieh (the Downtown Project), Peter Kazanjy (TalentBin), Natalia Oberti Nogurea, Tim League (Alamo Draft House) and many many others.

Panel Podcast: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone: Life and Times of Jim Dickinson

Created by Bobby on June 17, 2013
Music
Photos by James Cano


Jim Dickinson was a badass.

From his production work with legendary Memphis musicians to his impressive 1970 solo debut with Bob Dylan, Carl Perkins, and more, Jim's life was packed with incredible, often rowdy stories.

Looking Back with SXSWfm: Little Richard (2004)

Created by Rory on June 14, 2013
Music SXSW FM

Little Richard at SXSW 2004Little Richard at SXSW 2004
(Photo by Sarah Kerver)

Written by Andy Flynn

One of the great things about SXSW is that everyone creates their own version, and it's always a heightened experience to meet new people, see great music, and learn from legends. Part of my job has been luring legends to come to Austin in March to speak and play at the conference. I count Little Richard's keynote and showcase as a great high point.

After months of advance work, when I finally met him and shook his hand, he asked how old I was, I said "44" and he said "SHUT UP!!!!" as only he could. He went on to tell the keynote crowd to sign their own checks, and the next night he played his classic songs with great energy and showmanship. We're all indebted to Little Richard for being the architect of rock and roll. It's a pleasure to share his music via SXSWfm.

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