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2006 SXSW Music Trade Show Exhibitors
Austin Convention Center, Upper Level, Grand Ballroom
Thursday, March 16 (11:30 to 6 pm)
Friday, March 17 (Noon to 6 pm)
Saturday, March 18 (Noon to 4 pm)
Entry to the SXSW Music Trade Show + Exhibition requires a SXSW Platinum badge, SXSW Music badge or SXSW Showcasing Artist Wristband.
Over 120 companies exhibit in the Music Trade Show to connect and promote with today's entertainment industry decision makers and trend-setters. Thousands of SXSW Platinum and Music registrants plus hundreds of SXSW showcasing artists explore the Trade Show visiting with attorneys, educators, graphic designers, labels, managers, marketing agents, music equipment manufacturers, print media representatives, performing rights organizations, PR agents, publishers and radio stations.
While investigating the exhibits of the SXSW Music Trade Show + Exhibition, conference registrants observe one-on-one conversations and interview tapings at Studio SX sponsored by ViceTV, drop by the South By Bookstore for book signings by industry notables plus artist meet and greets, relax and enjoy daytime showcases in the always open BMI Day Stage Cafe, preview demos and press kits of showcasing artists at the SXSW Listening Kiosk brought to you by ASCAP, connect and learn from the independent labels participating at the Indie Village and take advantage of Special Events hosted at exhibitors' booths.
SXSW Showcasing Artist Lounge
Presented by Thayers Natural Vocal Care
This is the SXSW Artist Greenroom inside the Austin Convention Center. Designed for all registered SXSW showcasing artists. Complimentary beverages (including beer) and snacks are provided. Artists will find a comfortable lounge setting for relaxing, providing an interview or surf the web and check email on the lounge's computer. (Booth U15, U16)
SXSW Showcasing Artist Listening Kiosk
Presented by ASCAP
The listening kiosk provides all conference registrants the opportunity to sit down and privately listen to the demos of each 2006 SXSW performing artist. Artist press kits are also available. For quicker reviews, use the iPod kiosks which are preloaded with a single track from the SXSW Class of 2006. (Booth E18, F18, G18)
ASCAP is also the Sponsor of the SXSW 2006 Music Pocket Guide
Sonicbids Email/Web Center
Stop by frequently and check your email at the Sonicbids Email/Web Center. (Booth I7, J7)