Austin Showcasing Free Live Music During SXSW

Austin’s getting ready for over 30,000 film, music and interactive executives, artists and fans during South by Southwest (SXSW), one of the world’s top multimedia industry conferences. Held from March 9-18, the event includes live music throughout the city for ticket holders.

Don’t have a ticket? Don’t despair: you’ll find free live music performances in Austin during the week as well. The Austin Visitor Center, City Hall’s outdoor plaza and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will be showcasing live music through the week.

Local artists highlight the lineup at the Austin Visitor Center from 4:30-5:30 p.m. during the music conference. Brennen Leigh sings American roots music on March 15. Kacy Crowley plays her raspy rock ‘n’ roll tunes on March 16, and Haydn Vitera brings his “Rock En Español” to the center on March 17. Local eateries provide refreshments daily. Attendees can also pick up a copy of Austin Music, Vol. 6, the newest compilation in a series produced by the Austin Music Office.

Live from the Plaza at Austin City Hall kicks off March 15-16 with performances throughout the afternoon. On March 15, the schedule includes Blues Crawlers from noon-1:15 p.m.; The Kat’s Meow from 1:45-3 p.m.; The Foundation from 3:30-5 p.m. and Soul Electric Band from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Music continues on March 16 with Band of Heathens from noon-1:15 p.m.; Wendy Colonna from 1:45-3 p.m. and Malford Milligan from 3:30-5 p.m.

For more information:
• visit www.sxsw.com