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The 2013 Trade Show is Officially Sold Out!

Created by Cori on January 9, 2013

Photo Credit: Merrick Ales

The SXSW 2013 Trade Show is officially sold out! However, there are still great opportunities to showcase your brand at SXSW exhibitions. The SXSW Gaming Expo features the latest and greatest in gaming and geek culture. The Music Gear Expo is bigger than ever this year, with more space, new features, and of course, the best gear in the industry. In addition, new for 2013, we are introducing The Market at Auditorium Shores, the No. 1 place at SXSW for cutting edge art and fashion vendors.

New Year, New Programming Announcements

Created by stacey on January 8, 2013

Scheduled 2013 showcasing band Cold War Kids

Now that it is officially 2013, you can expect plenty of new programming announcements coming from all corners of SXSW. Stay tuned this week as the Music Festival is ready to release another round of band announcements. It should prove quite helpful for those who still need a little convincing before they purchase their 2013 registration. Speaking of which, you'll want to hurry up and take advantage of the savings offered before the next registration deadline this Friday, January 11. You can save over 15% if you purchase by Friday. Keep checking back for more details on SXSW Music 2013!

SXSW 2013 Panelist Preview: Scott Perry

Created by Bobby on January 7, 2013

Panelist Scott PerrySXSW Music 2013 will feature hundreds of the music industry's most influential and notable figures, discussing the most important issues in the business. This is your chance to meet some of our esteemed panelists!

Here's a quick interview with 2013 Music panelist Scott Perry, founder of Sperry Media, on reflections of past SXSW Festivals and what to look forward to this year. Be sure to check out his panel, From 140 to 0: The Rise in Image-Based Marketing, this March!

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