Monday, September 13, 2010

25th Anniversary of the SXSW Music Festival!
South by Southwest 2011



Be a part of the historic 25th Anniversary of the preeminent showcase for emerging artists from North America and abroad. South by Southwest has just opened up for submissions but there’s something you should be aware of.

You can save some cash by submitting your band’s application early. Submit before October 8th and the fee is only $30. Submissions made after that date go up to $40, so apply early and use that extra cash to save up for your retirement. The final deadline to submit for North American and International bands is November 5, 2010.

This year’s event is set to be the best yet. Expect informative panels, interviews, workshops, mentor sessions and peer meetings. An expanded four-day trade show will feature music, film and interactive media, and of course hundreds of amazing artists performing live in downtown Austin.

Showcasing at SXSW means performing in one of Austin, TX's famous live music venues, for the more than 13,000 industry representatives, over 2,000 media members and thousands of fans in attendance. Apply for the opportunity to play with acts from all over world.

SXSW hosts acts in every stage of their development, including music legends such as Smokey Robinson, Lou Reed, Iggy Pop and Devo.

Join the ranks of The White Stripes, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Norah Jones, the Cold War Kids 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.

Application Fees and Deadlines
Submit your application by October 7, 2010 and pay only $30. Fee for applications submitted after October 7, 2010 is $40. All applications must be submitted no later than the final deadline of November 5, 2010.


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

More info at www.sxsw.com

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