Showcase Opportunity: SXSW 2024
Taking place March 11–16 2024 in Austin, TX. Earlybird deadline August 25, 2023
Deadline: October 27, 2023
Showcasing at SXSW means performing in one of Austin’s famous live music venues for 30,000 industry reps, 3,000 media members, and thousands of fans and fellow musicians from all over the world.
2024 Application
Apply for the opportunity to perform at the SXSW Music Festival, taking place from March 11-16, 2024. As a Showcasing Artist, you’ll gain unparalleled access to an audience of industry professionals, international media, and new fans.
Deadlines:
Final Deadline - October 27, 2023
Music Showcase applications are open to:
- All music genres
- Artists from around the world
- Signed and unsigned artists
Important details:
- One official SXSW showcase performance is guaranteed per invited act.
- Showcase slots run an average of 40 minutes (some exceptions may apply).
- Showcases will take place between March 11-16, 2024.
- SXSW does not provide artist backline or cover travel and accommodation expenses.
Saskatchewan artists who are Canadian residents who receive official showcases are eligible to apply for showcase support through Creative Saskatchewan and FACTOR Canada (and potentially other funders). If you receive a showcase invite, please contact SaskMusic so we can offer assistance.
Within 48 hours of submitting an application, you will receive a confirmation email from SXSW. If you do not receive notification within 48 hours, please follow up by email to ensure your showcase application has been submitted properly and is under consideration.
SXSW will review your application, and you will be notified of your invitation status on or before December 19, 2023. More Details/Submit at: https://www.sxsw.com/apply/showcase-applications/
How are artists chosen for official showcases at the SXSW Music Festival?
The SXSW Music Festival programming staff and their additional team members listen to and evaluate the acts according to originality, technical ability, songwriting skills, career establishment, and overall artistry. Every application is reviewed and evaluated by multiple parties, then invitations are extended to those selected to perform. As SXSW receives a large number of applications each year, it is unfortunately not possible to invite and accommodate every great act who applies.
SASKMUSIC DOES NOT SELECT THE ARTISTS WHO RECEIVE OFFICIAL SHOWCASE INVITATIONS TO SXSW.
