Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent, photo by Leo Cincolo

SXSW Music is proud to announce a Featured Interview with Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies on Friday, March 15th at 12:30pm. Hear stories from the early days of the British Invasion to present, and get a glimpse into the world of these two hugely influential performers and songwriters.

The Zombies, one of the first and most influential of the first wave of bands to hit the United States during the British Invasion of the 1960’s, led by founding members Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent, will perform at SXSW as well. In addition, the group has announced a slate of dates beginning in February in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, with more dates in Summer 2013 to follow.

SXSW Registration. Photo courtesy of Tim Strauss.

The final registration deadline is tomorrow! Register for SXSW 2013 by 11:59 CST this Friday, February 8 to save on the walk-up rate of a Platinum, Gold, Music, Film, or Interactive badge. You know you want to be a part of the excitement, so why not save a chunk of change in the meantime.

Welcome, welcome to the sixth year of that sweet little survey oddly named The LP Questionnaire, and everyone's favorite (okay, I have no idea if it's everyone's favorite) feature Pick Three.

I'm mighty excited to be back bringing you the wit and wisdom of some of the super fab artists performing at the SXSW this year. We're kicking things off right with Mr. Calvin Love, whose tasty lo-fi treats make my heart beat happy and a little dark.

Calvin told us that he's a chocaholic, a damn great shot, push mongo and proud of it.

A SXSW 2012 Catch a Chevy Vehicle, courtesy of Tessa Simpson

SXSW is proud to announce that Chevrolet is back as a 2013 SXSW Super Sponsor!

For the past three years running, Chevrolet has brought a fleet of Cruze sedans and Equinox crossovers to provide continuous shuttle service throughout the duration of the festival. The “Catch a Chevy” program is a huge convenience to our registrants, providing upwards of 10,000 rides each year. Vehicles can be hailed just like a taxi, or caught at the designated “Catch a Chevy” stop at 4th & Trinity right outside of the Austin Convention Center. Once you catch a ride, they will take you anywhere you want to go in downtown Austin, and the best part; it is 100% free for SXSW badge and wristband holders.

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