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Showcase Submission Deadline

Created by stacey on October 25, 2012
Music

Matthew Dear. Photo by Courtney Cloyd.

The leaves are falling, the temperature is dropping (depending on where you live) and SXSW deadlines are officially around the corner. Don't forget that the last day to submit your application to showcase in the music festival is Wednesday, November 7th.

Sonicbids is the exclusive online musical event submission platform of the 2013 SXSW Music Festival. To apply, visit Sonicbids and submit your EPK™. Don't miss the opportunity to possibly participate in the music industry's premier showcasing event.

Esurance Returns as a Super Sponsor of SXSW 2013

Created by chris on October 24, 2012
Music Film Interactive

SXSW is proud to announce the return of Esurance, the company known for its modern approach to car insurance, as a 2013 SXSW Super Sponsor.

As part of their 2012 sponsorship, Esurance gave the lucky winner of the Esurance Go Platinum Sweepstakes a 10-night hotel stay for 2 in downtown Austin, $1,000 travel money, and 2 Platinum Badges. On top of that, Esurance was committed to easing the SXSW experience for all attendees. Those who stopped by their booth were able to take a break from the maddening pace, give their gadgets a (much-needed) recharge, and take advantage of gifts and giveaways.

The Daily Chord - Wednesday, October 24

Created by Andy on October 24, 2012
Music Daily Chord

Sink Your Teeth Into Data and Metadata at SXSW Music 2013

Created by Bobby on October 23, 2012
Music

Photo Credit: Sonja Muniz Image Courtesy of Sonja Muniz

The collection and analysis of digital data has enormous influence on the future of the music business, from the industry to the artists to the fans, and beyond. SXSW Music 2013 will feature some the music world's sharpest minds, dissecting this varied data, and divining the future of our business. And don't think for a moment that data is a snooze-fest - these sessions are sure to be among the most enlightening and surprising of the conference.

Announcing SXSW V2V

Created by Roland on October 23, 2012
Music Film Interactive

We are excited to announce SXSW V2V, the newest addition to the SXSW family of events. SXSW V2V is an extension and re-imagining SXSW's 26-year-old Austin event with an emphasis on the creative spark that drives entrepreneurial innovation.

The startup and venture capital space is of major interest to all the creative industries that are at the core of the SXSW family of events. Featuring four days of informative panels and workshops, inspirational speakers, intensive mentor and coaching programs, networking events and receptions, pitch competitions and startup showcases, SXSW V2V offers innovators and entrepreneurs across all creative industries a space to learn the skills, make the connections and find the inspiration to take their ideas and talents to the next level. If you are involved in building an app, a service, a business, a brand or a community, then this event is for you.

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