SXSW Alumni Releases – January and February 2020

Discover some of the SXSW Film Festival alumni films on release this January and February such as The Ballad of Lefty Brown, Jezebel, and Saint Frances. Check out the complete list below! ###The Art of Self-Defense    ####World Premiere, Narrative Feature, 2019 This acerbic comedy set in the world of…

BY Neha Aziz

SXSW 2020 Presents College Music and Radio Day: Saturday, March 21

SXSW is excited to present a full day of college music industry-focused programming for 2020 on Saturday, March 21. Forward-focused discussions will include the state of college and community radio, and its critical place within current broadcasting and new music landscapes. Learn 20 pro-tips for stations, how to improve connections…

BY Luis Seijo

Streaming and Beyond at SXSW Music Track Sessions

The streaming wars are in full effect but do we know who is winning? And for those who aren’t is there a place of refuge? Artists, producers and streaming services alike need tools to navigate the new era of music and we are here to help. This year’s two music…

BY Hailey Hess

Title Design Competition: 2019 SXSW Film Festival Selections [Video]

The Features and Episodic Premieres Lineup is here! While you wait for 2020 Shorts Program, revisit some of the Title Sequences that played at SXSW 2019. The Title Design Competition is inspired by an essential part of the theatrical experience, these are works of art in their own right. If…

BY Neha Aziz

Beth B Discusses Her Retrospective on Lydia Lunch – SXSW Filmmaker In Focus

The 2020 SXSW Film Festival is almost here! Before you make your way down to Austin, TX, get to know films from our lineup a little bit better with our Filmmaker In Focus series. Dive into our Q&A with director Beth B as she tells us about her film Lydia…

BY Neha Aziz

2020 Innovation Awards Finalists Announced and Hall of Fame Inductee Nonny de la Peña

Announcing 65 finalists for the 23rd annual Innovation Awards presented by Sprinklr at SXSW 2020. Open to all SXSW Platinum, Interactive, Film, and Music badgeholders, the Innovation Awards will display the most impressive projects in the fields of AI & Machine Learning, Music & Audio Innovation, Speculative Design, and more…

BY Jordan Roberts

Why Book with SXSW Housing & Travel?

The SXSW Housing & Travel team strives to assist in making your SXSW experience seamless. Our housing professionals are Austin locals who know the ins and outs of the city. Additionally, they have vast experience working at SXSW, and navigating large events, and large groups that come through Austin. Let…

BY Emily Lively

SXSW Music Weekly Roundup: Black Angels, Yemi Alade, Har Mar Superstar, and More

BY Hailey Hess