OVERHEARD @ SXSW: NIVA Meetup, Bandsintown Big Break Showcase, Phoebe Bridgers and more
FRIDAY EDITION: I’ve started every day’s Overheard @ SXSW with the latest on how attendance is down. But really, who cares? I for one am a little bit happy that. Continue reading
OVERHEARD @ SXSW: Attendance deficit, Cheri Hu, Roblox, two busy meetups, Instagram NFTs and more
As the music segment ramps up, attendance at the first IRL SXSW since 2019 is down. Local media is saying 20%, but sources tell Hypebot that the venerable gathering could. Continue reading
OVERHEARD @ SXSW: Attendance down • NFTs everywhere • 1400 showcases • DMC, Brandi, Tanya & more
Local media is reporting that SXSW 2022 attendance appears down 20% from 2019 levels. While any bump is welcome by local businesses, the drop appears to some veteran attendees to. Continue reading
OVERHEARD @ SXSW: Ukraine trio struggles to perform • Lizzo takes on Texas • 2022 Pitch Winners • Zora • more
“A Ukrainian pop trio scheduled to perform at SXSW is missing two of its members – because they might be called to fight the invading Russian military…Only the band’s female. Continue reading
Are you ready for SXSW 2022?
The return of South by Southwest is right around the corner. Are you prepared? These questions will reveal the truth! A guest post by James Shotwell of Haulix. After two. Continue reading
SXSW Panel Picker 2022 is open: Submit your ideas now!
The SXSW Panel Picker, the crowdsourced panel submission and voting portal for SXSW 2022 is now open. SXSW 2022 runs from March 11-20 next year and the entry process for. Continue reading
Now part-owned by a major corporation, how might SXSW change?
An iconic conferences with a largely stellar reputation, Austin’s South By Southwest has reigned supreme among music conferences. Now that the brand is partly owned by P-MRC (owner of Rolling. Continue reading
SXSW sells 50% to Billboard, Rolling Stone publisher Penske Media
The publisher of Rolling Stone, Billboard, Vibe, and Variety, Penske Media has bought a 50% stake in SXSW. “a true lifeline” The SXSW festival and conference were struggling after they were canceled in. Continue reading
SXSW Announces 2022 In-Person Dates
SXSW promises a full in-person convention in 2022 from March 11 – 20 in Austin, TX. The announcement came as the virtual SXSW 2021 event wrapped. “I’m very confident that. Continue reading
Pandemic, Force Majeure Clauses and Insurance In The Music Business
Following the cancellation of SXSW and thousands of concerts across the US and globally, artists and music companies are struggling to understand the often forgotten “force majeure” clauses in their. Continue reading
