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Industry pros and fans travel to Austin each year for the SXSW Music Festival<\/strong><\/a> to take part in a week of showcases celebrating seemingly endless varieties of music. Our Get to Know<\/strong> 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<\/strong><\/a> to stay updated on when and where they will perform in March.<\/p>\n Hailing from Denmark, The Foreign Resort<\/strong><\/a> bring the vibe and chord changes of post-punk to the driving groove of a dance record. The Magnettes<\/strong><\/a> 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<\/strong><\/a> (above) by saying \u201dIt\u2019s sorta post-Riot grrrl, post-No Wave, experimental music and completely engaging from beginning to end.\u201d Hajk<\/strong><\/a> uses dance rhythms to anchor ethereal melodies in their indie pop songs.<\/p>\n Formed in Malm\u00f6, Hater<\/strong><\/a> (pictured) creates delicate pop that manages to be simultaneously uplifting and melancholic. The “saddest girl in Sweden” Sarah Klang<\/strong><\/a> makes beautiful folk music reminiscent of genre classics that maintains a modern appeal. Sassy 009<\/strong><\/a> is a 3 piece that blends modern pop with the rhythm of 90’s house music. Ask Carol<\/strong><\/a> blends futuristic effects with a DIY attitude to make soulful pop music.<\/p>\n Still curious? SXSW<\/strong> has plenty of ways to help you find the featured artist you’re looking for. Read our Get to Know Canadian Artists<\/strong><\/a> feature, hear our newest SXSWfm<\/strong><\/a>, and check out our SXSW 2018 Spotify Playlist<\/strong><\/a>. There is more news to come, but stay tuned in to your favorite Scandinavian artists by adding them to your SXSW 2018 Schedule<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n Interested in getting a sneak peek at the next generation of musical talent by attending SXSW 2018? Learn more about attending SXSW 2018 here<\/a>. The best way to experience SXSW Music Festival<\/a> events is with a Music Badge<\/a>: not only will you have access to all nighttime showcases, but you’ll also receive entry into daytime Conference sessions, networking events, and parties.<\/p>\n Book your hotel through SXSW Housing & Travel<\/a> for the best rates and availability. 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\nHater – Photo by Ludwig Hedlund<\/small><\/em><\/p>\n