The music portion of this year’s South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas runs from March 17-22.  Here, in no particular order, are a few of the bands playing SXSW that I am excited about.  Take a listen!

Swervedriver 

Playing an official SXSW showcase on Friday, March 20th at Red 7. Details HERE.

King Tuff

Playing several showcases during the festival. See them HERE.

Lite

Official showcase set for Wednesday, March 18th at The Hideout. Click HERE to add it to your schedule.

Twerps

Performing several times during the Music portion of the festival. Details can be found HERE.

Alvvays

Appearing with Of Montreal, Deerhoof, and more at Cheer Up Charlies on Thursday, March 19th. Full lineup is HERE.

Circa Waves

Performing multiple showcases. See their schedule HERE.

METZ

Playing on Thursday, March 19th at Cedar Street Courtyard (along with King Tuff). Add the showcase to your schedule HERE.

GRMLN

Appearing with Cloud Nothings, Dent May and more at Swan Dive on Thursday, March 19th. Detail are HERE.

Well, there you have it.  What are some of yours?

– Submitted by David Sheyda, Music Design