SXSWeek 2009: March 13-22
Interactive: March 13-17
Film: March 13-21
Music: March 18-22

SXSW Music Sponsors

Showcase FAQ

How do I apply to perform at the SXSW Music Festival? Hide

Does it make a difference if I apply through SXSW or through Sonicbids? Hide

I want to apply via the SXSW.com website. How do I do that? Hide

What information do you need on the application? Hide

What happens after I submit my application via sxsw.com? Hide

How do I apply through Sonicbids? Hide

What is the deadline for applying? Hide

How much does it cost to apply? Hide

How do I get my music and press information to SXSW? Hide

What should I include in the digital press kit request on my SXSW Artist Info webpage? Hide

How will I know if you've gotten all the materials I've uploaded to my SXSW Artist Info webpage site? Hide

I am in a band located outside of the USA. What do I need to know about showcasing? Hide

I work with several bands. Do I have to apply separately for each one? Hide

I have a label. How do I request a night (or partial night) to showcase several of my bands? Hide

I submitted my band last year and it wasn't chosen. May I resubmit? Hide

If selected to showcase, does my act receive any compensation from SXSW? Hide

What is the difference between a Music Festival "registration" and a Music Festival Showcase "application?" Hide

What is the difference between a wristband and a badge? Hide

When will I find out if my band has been accepted for a showcase? Hide

I don't seem to be receiving emails from SXSW. What's the problem? Hide

How are bands chosen to play at the music festival? Hide

If I don't get a showcase, should I still come to your conference? Hide

If my act is accepted for SXSW 2009, can I schedule non-SXSW Austin shows around my SXSW performance? Hide

I've applied for a Music Festival showcase. How do I reserve hotel rooms for my act in case we're selected? Hide

Still have questions? Please email: musfest at sxsw.com.

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