Step Into the Spotlight: Application Tips From the SXSW Music Team

Every year, music enthusiasts, industry moguls, and budding artists alike gather in Austin, Texas for an event that has become a cornerstone of the music world. The SXSW Music Festival is a convergence of creativity, innovation, and raw talent. It has launched countless of artists to new heights turning unknowns…

BY Julia Pinto

SXSW Screening Categories To Watch: TV

BY Olivia Cruz

The Inaugural SXSW Sydney Event Kicks Off October 15-22

SXSW Sydney® is a new expansion of our event family is specifically dedicated to innovation and creativity in the Asia-Pacific region and takes place October 15-22, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. Gathering the world’s most inspired thinkers and creatives, SXSW Sydney will be an exploration of the best in Music, Screen,…

BY Jordan Roberts

SXSW Film & TV Screening Categories

BY Olivia Cruz

Meet the 2024 SXSW Music Festival’s First Wave of Showcasing Artists: Hinds, waterbaby, Dry Cleaning & More

It’s that time again– the SXSW season is revving up and we’re excited to unveil the first round of Showcasing Artists set to ignite the stages at the 2024 SXSW Music Festival, taking place from March 11-16. Today’s announcement offers a tantalizing glimpse into what’s in store for the 2024…

BY Julia Pinto

Quantum Computing, AI, Design, and More: 2024 SXSW Conference Preview

What better treat to get you through the spooky season than a sneak peek at what's in store for the 2024 SXSW Conference? As we eagerly await the excitement of March, the SX community has been hard at work using PanelPicker® to shape the majority of Conference programming, along with…

BY Luis Seijo

Celebrating Indigenous Creatives at SXSW

In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we invite you to join us on a journey through the creative visionaries, innovators, and leaders of Indigenous heritage who have graced the stage at the SXSW Festival over the years. These remarkable individuals have shared their insights, experiences, and wisdom. Inspiring us to…

BY Julia Pinto

Bob Boilen Bids Adieu: Reflecting on Tiny Desk at SXSW

'Tiny Desk' Creator Bob Boilen Retires from NPR In the world of music, one name stands out as a beacon of creativity and innovation: Bob Boilen. With a career spanning an impressive 35 years at NPR, Boilen’s contributions to the world of storytelling in music are immeasurable. From directing, “All…

BY Julia Pinto