The SXSW Conference and Festival

I usually dedicate this blog to emerging hip-hop artists that are making strides in their respected paths within the music industry. Today though, I want to share with music lovers, artists, and music industry executives about a conference that has helped artists and industry folks make an impact within the music industry. It is the South by Southwest Conference and Festival.

I am only going to cover the music portion of the event, but the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference and festival is geared towards the music, film and interactive industry. The SXSW music conference is geared to educating and inspiring artists from all genres. It is filled with discussions with panels of industry executives discussing a wide range of topics such as the role that music plays in advertising campaigns, improving your social reach and engagement with fans, copyright issues, and more.  Whether you are just a new artist beginning your career, a fan of music, or even a veteran in the music industry, there is something you can learn and enjoy at the conference.

In the past, attendees visit from all over the United States and over 50 different countries around the globe; so networking opportunities for your band or company are there. You might even find that lucky big break you were waiting on while you attended the conference.

Besides the discussions that SXSW provides the other cool features SXSW has is the Music Gear Expo Store, the Startup Village, and the Music Showcases.  The Music Gear Expo Store is an opportunity to test out and purchase the latest equipment such as drums, keyboards, DJ equipment and more. The Startup Village is a showcase event where current and future entrepreneurs can network with investors, digital creators, and media representatives that can help you with your startup business. 

Furthermore, the Music Showcase is one of the largest most anticipated events in the conference. A wide variety of artists have performed on the stages at SXSW. Alumni performers include 50 Cent, the Beastie Boys, Cypress Hill, Wiz Khalifa, and many more.

If you are serious about the music industry and want to have the opportunity to network and learn as much as you can about this industry; I would advise attending the SXSW conference. It will be a truly entertaining and insightful event that you will not regret! See you in March!