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10 Tips for Surviving SXSW from the Experts at Rock n Roll Rentals

Posted on March 5, 2015 by Guest Blogger

Tips for Surviving SXSW

Guest article by Lindsey Moringy SXSW is right around the corner, meaning our beloved Austin is about to explode with film premieres, pioneering technology and–most notably–lots and lots of music. While it may seem like an overwhelming, anxiety-inducing 10 days (don’t even think about trying the line for Franklin BBQ), it can also be a great opportunity […]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: sxsw

RSVPster Plans Your SXSW Parties So You Don’t Have To

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Guest Blogger

Sixth Street During SXSW

Guest article by Lindsey Moringy If you’re like me and are prone to serious FOMO (“Fear Of Missing Out,” as the youths call it), South By Southwest can be a very stressful time of year. Every March, SXSW attracts thousands of music, film and technology enthusiasts from all over the world to participate in much-talked-about […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, Local Business Tagged With: sxsw

EXCLUSIVE: Meet the Unofficial Guide to SXSW

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Edgar Barguiarena

Unofficial SXSW Events

It all starts with your first SXSW showcase. For music industry veterans, you never forget it. The year was 2007 and Amy Winehouse was creating headlines with a soulful performance at Stubb’s that ended with her in handcuffs. A tiny social media company was in town promoting a network that limited your entries to 140 […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music Tagged With: sxsw

Top SXSW Food Picks: Practice Your Stance While Waiting in Line

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Cris Mueller

Standing in Line at Franklin Barbecue

With our beloved SXSW upon us, I thought it apropos to shoot you straight with three must-haves for the festival: comfortable shoes for your daily trek, a foldable tote to hold your new collection of swag and t-shirts and, most importantly, arrive sporting a comfortable waistline to allow flex while you feast. In Austin, one […]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: sxsw

How to Do SXSW Like a Local

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Jessica Pino

If this is your first SX, don’t stress! This time of year, cases of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) are on the rise. Let’s start your education now. You must first get the lingo down…it’s just “South by” (SX).  If you hear someone uttering all four syllables, South by Southwest, you’ll know they are one […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events Tagged With: sxsw

The Tao of Zilker – Philosophy And SXSW 2012 Events

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Dustin Vegas

SXSW_Green_Belt_Trail

SXSW involved choosing between countless events for me. There were endless decisions to make – where to eat, who to listen to, what films to see. People could not stop talking about which artists were worth their time and money. After a week of decisions and complex plans, my friends and I took some time […]

Filed Under: Et Cetera Tagged With: sxsw, zilker park

Experiencing SXSW Like a Local – A Guide for the Perplexed

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Dustin Vegas

Downtown Austin, TX Pedicab

Did you know the Austinot is on Facebook? Click HERE to keep up-to-date with our Austin adventures. __________________________________ It’s halftime for South by Southwest (SXSW) 2012 in Austin, Texas. By now, you have played with the latest technology and software on the market. You have wined and dined at the swankiest parties and after parties. […]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: beer, biking, dusty, sxsw

People Watching at SXSW 2012

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Dustin Vegas

Marcus Eddie is a magician's magician. He can blow a crowd away using only two rubber bands.

Forget meeting people at the SXSW parties. People watching is the best way to experience all the different personalities SXSW brings to Austin. There was a soft, hungover buzz in the air when I began watching my fellow festival-goers today. The city stirred back to life after yet another night of company-sponsored parties and after parties. […]

Filed Under: Archives Tagged With: downtown, sixth street, sxsw

How to Survive and Thrive at SXSW 2012

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Brittany Highland

Austin-Texas-SXSW-2012

SXSW 2012 starts today!   If you’re involved in film, music or the interactive media world, this is a don’t-miss event. But how can you navigate all the crazy-ness that is SXSW? Normally easy facets of traveling and living day-to-day become complicated when 40,000 people descend on one part of a city. Click on the […]

Filed Under: Archives, Austinot Podcast, Podcasts Tagged With: film, music, sxsw

$50,000 Up For Grabs In Worldwide Scavenger Hunt During SXSW

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Eric Highland

Cash Money

Claim your share of $50,000 in a worldwide scavenger hunt during SXSW!  It is pretty simple to participate, and this post will help you PWN the competition! The scavenger hunt is put on by Freelancer.com. But before you go jumping to their site, read on for some quick tips to help you get ahead before […]

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