SXSW 2013 Music speakers, Deadmau5 & Richie Hawtin. Photo courtesy Danny Mahoney and Richie Hawtin

SXSW will see two of Canada and electronic music's most visionary and influential artists 'in conversation', capping off our convergence-focused Music programming on Tuesday, March 12th at the Austin Convention Center. In a world exclusive for SXSW, techno and technology adventurer and world-leading DJ Richie Hawtin will engage on-stage with deadmau5 – one of the most globally-renowned electronic artists period. Together, they are considered the most innovative in terms of music's interaction with technology. "deadmau5 & Richie Hawtin: Talk. Techno. Technology." will see both artists discuss their careers with a huge focus on innovations in technology and the power of social media.

Don't have a Music or Platinum badge and want a taste of what the SXSW Music Conference has to offer? This special session will be open to Interactive and Film badge holders as well!