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Latin Grammy Nominees Announced

Mala Rodriguez 1 DN.jpgThe Latin Recording Academy announced the nominations for the 11th Annual Latin GRAMMY awards at a press conference in Hollywood this morning. The nominees consist of a diverse array of artists ranging from pop, rock, folk, urban, tropical and Regional Mexican. Congratulations to all the nominees and our SXSW alumni representing the new emerging sounds from Latin America:

Humpday Highlights: Directing the Dead 2 - Directing the Deader

Last week's Humpday Highlights brought you two v

SXSW Presents: Dogtooth

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When Yorgis Lanthimos' Dogtooth stormed the festival circuit earlier this year, "Film of the Year" declarations seemed to ring out from every corner of the blogosphere. Well-earned stripes for sure - this bizarre and utterly disturbing film throws in its lot with Happiness, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Michael Haneke in the fucked-up family portrait stakes.

Going Dutch: The Lowlands Festival

Lowlands2.jpgSXSW Staffer Lizzy Newton recently returned from checking out all the action at the 11th annual Lowlands Festival in Biddinghuizen, Holland. Each year, the festival continues to sell out, this year doing so in only eight days and in advance of announcing the line-up. It's such a hit among many due to the diverse programming, 2010 including acts ranging from

Humpday Highlights: Directing the Dead

This week's Humpday Highlights presents Directing the Dead: Genre Directors Spill Their Guts: a meeting of some of the most sick and twisted minds making some of the most outrageous, frightening, and innovative horror movies out there.

Alumni News: All Eyes and Ears on Sufjan

Sufjan StevensThe music community was excited back in June when we learned that SXSW '04 Alum Sufjan Stevens was in fact working on a new album. The excitement came to a rolling boil when we learned that he'd booked a North American tour, set to perform live in large and beautiful, historic theaters and venues across the continent. Then, less than a couple weeks ago, we just about exploded when he surprised us by digitally releasing 60 minute EP All Delighted People with the promise of a physical release to follow shortly.

SXSW Filmmakers Lounge

Film-Lounge12_DL.jpgWith complimentary massages, comfortable furnishings and internet access, the SXSW Filmmakers Lounge is a center of activity for the over 800 Filmmakers that descend upon Austin each March. By sponsoring the Filmmakers Lounge, you can directly target this influential audience with the exclusive branding opportunity and gifting options.

Content Goes Horizontal

frankfurterinside.jpgIn the global entertainment industries, ‘content convergence’ has probably been the most talked about topic of the last decade. Its effect can certainly be seen at SXSW, with our convergence of the music, film and interactive industries. This is especially so during our dynamic Trade Show.

Humpday Highlights: Not So Usual Suspects

It doesn't take a genius to see that the distribution models that once ruled the roost are rapidly falling by the wayside due to industrial, technological, and economic changes. What's a poor media-maker to do?

Donate to Help the Victims of Pakistan's Floods

Millions of people have been affected by the flooding in Pakistan. Many have been left without the basic necessities needed to survive in even the best conditions. SXSW encourages you to use the links available on 350.org to donate to the organization of your choice and help the victims of the Pakistan floods.