February 23, 2018

Get to Know: 8 Scandinavian Artists Performing at SXSW 2018

Industry pros and fans travel to Austin each year for the SXSW Music Festival to take part in a week of showcases celebrating seemingly endless varieties of music. Our Get to Know series aims to dive below the surface and get you started on your musical journey through SXSW – one locale at a time. This week, we are highlighting a selection of featured Scandinavian artists. Pro tip: add your favorites to your SXSW 2018 Schedule to stay updated on when and where they will perform in March.

Scandinavian Artists Spotlight

Hailing from Denmark, The Foreign Resort bring the vibe and chord changes of post-punk to the driving groove of a dance record. The Magnettes create edgy pop music that reflects their thinking that “ugly and weird is cool and that the patriarchy needs to be crushed.” Thurston Moore has described Sweden’s Rome Is Not A Town (above) by saying ”It’s sorta post-Riot grrrl, post-No Wave, experimental music and completely engaging from beginning to end.” Hajk uses dance rhythms to anchor ethereal melodies in their indie pop songs.

Formed in Malmö, Hater (pictured) creates delicate pop that manages to be simultaneously uplifting and melancholic. The “saddest girl in Sweden” Sarah Klang makes beautiful folk music reminiscent of genre classics that maintains a modern appeal. Sassy 009 is a 3 piece that blends modern pop with the rhythm of 90’s house music. Ask Carol blends futuristic effects with a DIY attitude to make soulful pop music.

Discover More

Still curious? SXSW has plenty of ways to help you find the featured artist you’re looking for. Read our Get to Know Canadian Artists feature, hear our newest SXSWfm, and check out our SXSW 2018 Spotify Playlist. There is more news to come, but stay tuned in to your favorite Scandinavian artists by adding them to your SXSW 2018 Schedule.

Attend SXSW 2018

Interested in getting a sneak peek at the next generation of musical talent by attending SXSW 2018? Learn more about attending SXSW 2018 here. The best way to experience SXSW Music Festival events is with a Music Badge: not only will you have access to all nighttime showcases, but you’ll also receive entry into daytime Conference sessions, networking events, and parties.

Book your hotel through SXSW Housing & Travel for the best rates and availability. We hope to see you in March!

Top to bottom: Rome Is Not A Town – Photo by Philip Liljenberg

Hater – Photo by Ludwig Hedlund

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February 23, 2018

The Daily Chord Weekly Recap – Friday, February 23

Can Spotify sell hardware? What is happening with music copyright law? How cool is it that Janelle Monae and Sade each announced new music this week? The Daily Chord shares music news stories, lists, profiles and interviews each weekday, looking at questions of interest to musicians and music business pros. Check out this week’s links, and sign up for the email update and give the Daily Chord a spot in your inbox.

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Monday, February 19

• Black Panther: The Album debuts at no. 1
  Post from Billboard
• Liam Gallagher: ‘The German police pulled my teeth out with pliers’
  Interview from The Guardian
• Gibson, iconic guitar company, said to be nearing bankruptcy
  Post from Variety
• My original iPod is a time capsule from 2002
  Post from The Verge
• The psychedelic tale of Terence McKenna’s forgotten music about DMT
  Story from Noisey
• Women and the road
  Post from Pollstar

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Tuesday, February 20

• Is Spotify getting ready to challenge Apple with its own speaker?
  Post from The Guardian
• The major labels’ revenues grew by $1 billion in 2017. But who had the biggest year?
  Post from Music Business Worldwide
• Lyor Cohen: ‘The music industry will recognize us as a huge value contributor’
  Post from Music Ally
• Meet Alex Hope, the pioneering producer making relatable pop magic
  Profile from The Fader
• Who is G Flip? Her song ‘About You’ is catchy pop (and she’s playing SXSW)
  Post from Brooklyn Vegan
• The music of Mr. Rogers
  Story from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Wednesday, February 21

• Facebook inks music licensing deal with ICE Music
  Post from TechCrunch
• Dan McCarroll, former president of Warner Brothers Records, joins Amazon
  Post from Variety
• The great big Spotify scam: Did a Bulgarian playlister swindle their way to a fortune on streaming service?
  Post from Music Business Worldwide
• A hall of fame hitmaker finds happiness and harmony in Bellingham
  Story from Seattle Times
• An African funk pioneer gets a second chance on a global stage
  Story from NY Times
• Sade to release first new music in eight years
  Item from The Guardian

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Thursday, February 22

• Goodlatte to introduce sweeping music copyright reform package next month
  Story from The Tennessean
• Brit Award winners listed
  Post from The Brits
• Modular synthesizer videos are the YouTube rabbit hole you won’t want to leave
  Post from The Pitchfork
• Pandora’s improving financials help it recover from a bad day
  Post from TechCrunch
• Spotify’s hardware ambitions seem like a risky distraction
  Commentary from Engadget
• OK, we definitely lost Drake
  Opinion from Noisey

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Friday, February 23

• Charlie Walk: Top music executive allegedly preyed on women for decades
  Story from Rolling Stone
• How the Breeders finally learned to get along
  Profile from NY Times
• ‘You don’t own or control me’: Janelle Monae on her music, politics and undefinable sexuality
  Profile from The Guardian
• How comic books and music subcultures collide
  Post from The Independent
• How claiming creative control helps women musicians stay the course
  Post from NPR Music
• Qs with Andrew Dreskin: The ticketing pioneer talks his career, festivals post-Pemberton, Eventbrite’s future in music
  Interview from Pollstar

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February 22, 2018

Join Us at the “SXSW 2018: What You Need to Know” After Hours Session

Each year, SXSW brings people together from across the globe for ten days to experience all things interactive, film, music, and so much more. With all of these fun options also comes an overwhelming aspiration to try and see everything the event has to offer. We know it can be a little overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time attending SXSW, but have no fear because the SXSW 2018: What You Need to Know after hours session will provide you with all the information and resources you need to make your time here in Austin the best one possible.

This session will cover badge access, venue logistics, speakers, 2018 trends and themes, and more. We’ll kick off the evening with a short presentation from SXSW Staff – including Chief Programming Officer Hugh Forrest, Head of Conference Programming Todd Hansen and Conference Programming Manager Kelly Krause – and conclude with a Q&A. Additional SXSW Staff members will also be available to answer any questions you might have and we are all excited to help you make the most of your SXSW experience!

SXSW 2018: What You Need to Know

March 9 | 6:30pm-8pm
Hilton Austin Downtown, Salon C
Open to All Badges
Add to Your Schedule

If you’re unable to attend or would like additional opportunities to learn more about SXSW 2018, make sure to check out Welcome to SXSW: Hugh Forrest on Friday, March 9 from 10:30am – 11:00am at the Austin Convention Center (Ballroom D), and the First Time to SXSW Meet Up on Friday, March 9 from 5pm – 6pm at the JW Marriott (Room 211-212).

Add these events to your schedule today and explore the Attendee Services Hub for more resources to help you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Join Us For SXSW 2018

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Photo by Michael Caufield

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