For many years SXSW has seen representatives from all over the world migrate to Austin to connect, promote and learn. In the last five years in particular, more foreign country governments – Germany, France, Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Chile, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore – and have invested in sending their companies and people […]
[Photos by Kyle Cooper] I first heard of the Welsh band Catfish and the Bottlemen before I’d actually heard their music. It was during the Association of Independent Festivals Congress, a conference where festival organizers from around the UK and Europe gather to discuss all facets of the business.
Day two at SXSW kicked off with a tumbleweed turnout for Lucky Stiffs at Redrum. As the sun finally emerged, it appeared the crowds preferred the outdoor gigs at this point. Greg De Hoedt (vocals) put on an energetic performance nonetheless, entertaining the house as if it were packed—clearly gearing up for their set later […]
