SXSW '10

Image Courtesy of Ianovate What happens when you take your backyard scavenger hunt to the streets of your town? Urban Bingo, a mobile app that turns your city into a playground. Urban Bingo lets you compete against friends, customers or fellow event attendees to complete a 4x4 game board centered around a theme, place or event—like SXSW Interactive! Users take and upload a photo corresponding to the item on each tile (say, a shot of the SXSW Interactive Closing Party. Fill a row, column or diagonal within the given game time limit for a chance to win VIP tickets, discounts, merchandise, and other prizes. Film Interactive

Oreo will be making their first ever appearance at SXSW Interactive this year and they'll be surprising and delighting registrants all over Austin in celebration of the new on-the-go packages of Milk's favorite cookie. Interactive

Just a friendly reminder that starting Friday, March 8, we'll be live-streaming many many amazing Interactive Keynotes, featured speakers, Dave Grohl's Music Keynote Address and plenty of showcases for your enjoyment via the internets. Keep up with all the streaming goodies at sxsw.com/live. In the meantime, you can have a look-see at our Video Channel as it's just chock full of fine offerings like this musical interlude by showcasing artist Galaxy Express. #asianpower Music Film Interactive

SXSW Cares! by Hugh MacLeod SXSW Interactive serves as a big tent with lots of different kinds of people, lots of different kinds of ideas, as well as lots of different kinds of agendas. We feel that this, as they say, is a feature of the event, and not a flaw. Generosity and compassion for the less fortunate are two core values that unify all the participants in the metaphorical SXSW tent. This spirit of generosity and compassion fuels the annual Dewey Winburne Community Service Awards. It also helped the SXSW community raise more than $125,000 to help the Red Cross with tsunami relief in March 2011 via the amazing SXSW4Japan effort. SXSW Interactive is again encouraging attendees to support one of two 501c3s during the first two weeks of March. The two 501c3s we are aligned with for 2013 are as follows: Interactive

Photo Courtesy of JW Walthall The Digital Creative Job Market, open tomorrow and Friday, is an exhibition where talented professionals can match their skill with 21st century, cutting-edge employers. Come network and learn at the Digital Creative Job Market happening on March 7th-8th from 10am-6pm in Exhibit Hall 2 of the Palmer Events Center. This event is free and open to the public! Interactive EDU

Attending SXSW sessions back-to-back and touring Austin nightlife each evening can leave little time to hit the gym. That’s why SXSW has partnered with Brooks Running Company to host morning group runs. Yes, there is enough time at SXSW to learn, party and stay fit! Interactive

Image courtesy of GroupmMeIf you've used it before, you already know that GroupMe is a great way to stay in touch with your SXSW crew on the ground in Austin. Just download the app, choose your friends and you'll all be chatting together instantly — they don't even need to have smartphones. Film Interactive

For 2013, SXSW Interactive is partnering with Mass Relevance to provide an innovative digital platform for the Q&A sessions during the Keynote and Featured sessions taking place in Exhibit Hall 5 of the Austin Convention Center. This platform will curate the social content in real time for redisplay on the screens during the Q&A. The interface will source questions from the audience prior to and during each session using a distinct hashtag. Interactive

Logo courtesy Vice Vice is barreling into Austin for SXSW 2013! Their compound, aptly named VICELAND will be an official lounge during SXSW Interactive, with live music every night, and will turn into an official showcasing venue during SXSW Music. Head on down to VICELAND for WiFi, food and drink, meetings, debauchery, quiet time, and some unexpected twists. In Vice's own words: "It's going to melt your face and then your laptop, and anyone else's face or laptop within your vicinity." VICELAND is located at 401 East Cesar Chavez. Check out www.vice.com/sxsw and the SXSW schedules for a full list of programming. Music Interactive

I listen to Rory Scovel a fair amount vis a vis Doug Loves Movies, and I'm psyched he'll be here for the most excellent SXSW Comedy programming, which I've watched grow from having pretty much my own private Marc Maron show (which was f'ing amazes) into this THING that is big and groovy thanks to Charlie Sotelo who books this stuff like nobody's business. Film Interactive LPQ/P3 Comedy

SXSW Interactive closing party posterWHAT IS THIS? Media Temple, longtime SXSW Interactive Closing Party sponsor, knows how to throw an epic party. In addition to The Joy Formidable and Local Natives, we are thrilled to now reveal that electronic music visionaries’ deadmau5 and Richie Hawtin will be joining the phenomenal lineup for a one time performance together of stripped-back techno. Remember, the Interactive Closing Party kicks off at 9:00pm at Stubb's on Tuesday, March 12, and is open to Interactive, Gold and Platinum badgeholders. Interactive

Great SXSW sessions are followed by killer parties, meaning the next day can be rough. Hipstamatic can help you rally. The Morning After brunch at Haus of Hipstamatic brings together live music, food, friends, and photos so you can relive the disaster/awesomeness from the night before, and prep for a repeat performance. Live music by Capital Cities, Neon Indian (DJ set), Guards, Quiet Company, The Limousines (DJ set), and more. There’s even a Bloody Mary bar...what are you waiting for? Music Interactive

As SXSW's official t-shirt sponsor for 2013, Gap is gearing up for next week's festivities with three multi-city, in-store events this Thursday, March 7. If you live in San Francisco, Los Angeles or New York, you're in luck! Each store will host a different act for the exclusive performance, featuring none other than Geographer, Sea Wolf, and We Are Scientists. Grab some festival gear while checking out an unforgettable show by RSVP'ing at http://filtermagazine.com/gaprsvp. And, if you're in Austin this coming week, keep on the look out for Gap's Official SXSW merchandise. Music Film Interactive

Photos Courtesty of Ryan Bingham and SHFT This accomplished panel brings together the minds actor Adrian Grenier (SHFT), musician Ryan Bingham, as well as Peter Glatzer (SHFT), Stephen Fox (Drink Water), Lisa Pike Sheehy (Patagonia) with Theo Ianuly and Geoff Stanfield of Gist Lab to discuss how they try to inspire each other and their audiences towards social change. Sit in on Monday, March 11th from 5pm-6pm at Next Stage as these panelists deliberate on what it takes to engage today’s media-driven consumers and share their experiences on mobilizing the masses for the greater good. Music Film Interactive

The productivity of the average worker has skyrocketed thanks to technology, but it comes at the price of a sedentary lifestyle. Mounting research suggests that sitting at your desk for eight hours a day can have a dramatic impact on your health. With the technology to support mobile workstyles and a remote workforce, why are any of us still caught in the quagmire of the daily commute to our deadly desks, and will we ever see the day where big business decides to kill the office instead of its workers? The answer is YES! And it’s already happening. Join this session on Saturday, March 9th, 3:30-4:30p at the Courtyard Marriott in the Rio Grande Ballroom and hear from thought leaders: Interactive

Image courtesy of Chevrolet Throughout SXSW, Chevrolet will showcase a variety of in-vehicle technology and research that aims to inspire festival-goers to steer off the beaten path. The Chevrolet team aims to show how technology, like Chevrolet MyLink, allows a personalized in-vehicle experience with the information you want and the music you love. The 2013 Chevrolet Sonic and Spark are the first vehicles to offer Siri Eyes Free integration, complementing Chevrolet MyLink's existing capabilities to help deliver an incredible driving experience.  Music Film Interactive

Courtesy Gary Vaynerchuk You have seen his online videos and you have read his books and you have watched him on network TV. That said, you can never get enough of his passionate, straight-from-the-heart answers. So, if you have a question for Gary V, then please stop by for a few minutes of personal, one-on-one advice from this master motivator, best-selling author and savvy investor. At SXSW 2013, he will be conveniently-located and easy-to-find just outside Ballroom A on the south side of the Austin Convention Center from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, March 9. Start your SXSW 2013 experience the right way with a jolt of personalized energy from one of the most inspiring voices in the industry! Interactive

NY Tech Meetup and American Express are bringing together thinkers and doers for a unique #FEED event on Saturday March 9th. Although both NY Tech Meetup and American Express are New York home-grown, the partners hope to extend the resources and support systems they’ve found in their city to entrepreneurs, advocates, influencers and business leaders beyond the 5 Boroughs. Interactive

(L-R) Katie King, Danielle Zamora and Jessica Cox The SXSW Staff has worked very hard to bring the 2013 event to fruition. We represent all walks of life from within the community that comes together in Austin each spring. Staff have the extremely through the SXSW PanelPicker. We asked staff members Katie King, Danielle Zamora and Jessica Cox the following question... "What are you most excited about for SXSW Interactive 2013?" Interactive

There are lots of you-had-to-be-there moments at SXSW; when so many people from the film, interactive, music and comedy worlds hang out in the same place, amazing things happen. If only there was some way to record it all... Comedy fans, get ready for a week of live podcast recordings (alongside SXSW Comedy's packed schedule of standup, improv and sketch showcases, panels and parties). All live podcast recordings will be at the Esther's Follies (525 E. 6th Street) stage, presented by TuneIn, and they're open to all SXSW badge and wristband holders. Here's your guide to the shows you can check out next week (and look forward to listening to forever): Music Film Interactive Comedy

With the ubiquity of mobile gaming and more than 235 million people playing games on Facebook each month, in-game advertising offers a world of possibility. Innovative brands are able to engage consumers in more positive and unobtrusive ways than ever before. And SXSW 2013 offers a chance to mix and mingle with just such an innovator at the King.com SXSW Games Advertising Mixer. Interactive

Back again for SXSW 2013, Built features another exciting series of discussions featuring innovators and creators. Join us at Next Stage for this Make & Tell event as these builders reveal their design process and showcase their inventions. Stick around after their short presentations for a meet and greet with the designers and their creations! Music Film Interactive

We are proud to announce American Airlines as the Official Airline Sponsor of SXSW Music, Film and Interactive. Take a break from the hustle and bustle to enjoy comfort and connectivity in the #newAmerican Lounge, located on the first floor of the Austin Convention Center. American is all about amenities that keep you relaxed and connected, and the #newAmerican Lounge will provide comforts that make your SXSW experience even better. Music Film Interactive

Yao Xiao by Kate BlackYao Xiao is an artist and illustrator based in New York City. Xiao was kind enough to beautifully illustrate a timeline that takes our Program Guide through the years of SXSW Interactive up to now. Cant wait to see it? Experience it IRL in the printed version of the Program Guide you will receive at Promotional Materials when you pick up your SXSW Interactive, Gold or Platinum registration OR see it in the digital version of the SXSW Interactive Program Guide (coming soon!!). Meanwhile, feast your eyes on an example of her gorgeous illustration style below. Interactive

Following a strong debut at SXSW 2012, #FEED powered by Twitter is returning as an official Interactive lounge to the Austin Museum of Art at the Jones Center March 8th-12th. #FEED features immersive, interactive art installations pulling in real time hashtag-driven social media content, summits and meetups from industry leaders. #FEED also offers a rooftop wellness sanctuary to recharge each morning and dance parties @NIGHT. Interactive

Once again, GroupMe is serving up free grilled cheese and beer for its users at the GroupMe Grill, located at 3rd and Trinity. Stop by for a sandwich and a drink, and meet the team that makes GroupMe while you're at it. They're really fun! Just show your phone at the door! Friday, March 9—Monday, March 11 3rd and Trinity 12pm-5pm Film Interactive

2013 Showcasing Band Passion Pit. Photo courtesy Jason Nocito. Taco Bell® will be handing the cameras and control over to its fans to film its first-ever Rockumentary starring Passion Pit and Wildcat! Wildcat!, culminating with their live performances during a Feed the Beat® event at this year’s South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conferences & Festivals. Through Taco Bell’s social media fan base and a unique partnership with Twitter, the brand will support the creation of an experimental film, Feed the Beat®: SXSW 2013, under the direction of acclaimed documentarian Sam Jones – using footage captured and shared by passionate fans socially and showcasing great music. Music Film Interactive

Courtesy JW Walthall A gathering of gourmet food trucks and trailers, SouthBites is excited to announce the official selected eateries brought to you by local Austin Top Chef Paul Qui and SXSW! In “Qui’s Corner” get a taste of Paul’s top choices – Cazamance, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, DUK Truck and East Side King. Filling out the rest of SouthBites will be local favorites featuring The Butcher’s Son, Chi’lantro, Dock & Roll Diner, Foreign & Domestic, Hey Cupcake!, Phamily Bites, The Seedling Truck, Sugar Shack BBQ, The Waffle Bus, House of Cards & Sounds Australia, as well as The Peached Tortilla in collaboration with NBC’s Hannibal. Music Film Interactive

Great SXSW sessions are followed by killer parties, meaning the next day can be rough. Hipstamatic can help you rally. The Morning After brunch at Haus of Hipstamatic brings together live music, food, friends, and photos so you can relive the disaster/awesomeness from the night before, and prep for a repeat performance. Music Film Interactive

Yuri Milner courtesy the speakerRussian-born entrepreneur Yuri Milner made headlines last week when he announced the $3 million dollar BreakThrough Prize in Life Sciences. Awarded annually for the past 11 years, this prize will recognize excellence in research aimed at curing intractable diseases and extending human life. Also involved in this remarkable new effort at rewarding scientific innovation are tech notables such as Sergey Brin, Anne Wojcicki, Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan and Art Levinson. Interactive