Sunday, March 15, 2009

SXSW EMERGENCY KIT

If you have never been to SXSW before here is some info that you need to know.

First, wear comfy shoes. Dont wear heels, you will look like an amateur and you will quickly regret it since you will be on your feet ALOT! I have had 2 foot surgeries, trust me-wear comfy shoes....

**Feel free to comment on this....

There are a few things that you always want to have with you while out and about: a bottle opener (the kind that goes on a key chain), aspirin, 2 pairs of earplugs (in case you lose one or give one pair to a friend who forgot theirs), pen (a disposable one in case you lose it), notebook (the paper ones), lots of business cards (you will go thru ALOT of these), & cell phone. **And if you are a chick, you may want your lipstick (I dont leave home without it).

A great tip to remember is, if you EVER need a taxi-go to the nearest hotel and you can get one there. Also, the hotels will have the cleanest public bathrooms too. No porta-pottys for you! And if you are really watching your money, The Embassy Suites Hotel has a FREE Happy Hour everyday (yeah, free drinks and munchies). But that is not usually an issue during SXSW coz there usually is alot of free drinks and food at parties.

If you are traveling from out of town, you may also want to pack:
Your laptop & adapter, One extra battery that clips on, Surge protector,
3-prong adapter from Radio Shack, and a camera.

Also, I cant stress this enough. If you are staying in a hotel, please bring your own pillow!! I know, you are thinking I am crazy...but am I? WHY? This is easy to prove, just take the pillow case off of a hotel pillow-you will FREAK out! Hotels do not clean the pillows they ONLY change the pillow case on them. Just pack one (even a small square one or a travel sized one) and you will thank me later for that. I am always amazed that people use hotel pillows-ewwww....

But SXSW is fun--so have a good time. You can sleep when its over!

The SXSW Motto: Sleep is for WIMPS!

Saturday, March 14, 2009

KEXP & ME (Music & Entertainment) Television preformances 3/18-20th FREE

Location:
Me Soundstage
South Congress AvenueAustin, TX 78704
The studio is located 2 miles south of downtown Austin at 2130 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704, at the corner of South Congress and Live Oak.
The entire broadcast, including the live performances, is FREE and open to the public. You are welcome to stop by any time. No signup is required. Entry is available on a first come, first served basis. We expect many of the performances to fill up quickly, so come early to get a spot!
Here is the schedule:
Wednesday, March 18th Performances

11:30am BLK JKS
1:30pm Alela Diane
3:30pm Pete & the Pirates
5:30pm Wild Yaks
7:30pm The Features
Thursday, March 19th Performances
11:30am Elliott Brood
1:30pm The Love Language
3:30pm Akron/Family
5:30pm First Communion Afterparty
7:15pm Gomez
Friday, Marth 20th Performances
11:30am Razorlight
1:30pm Andrew Bird
3:30pm Peter Bjorn and John
5:30pm PJ Harvey & John Parish
7:30pm M. Ward
**All of this info was yanked from: http://ultra8201.blogspot.com/

A SHAMELESS PLUG....DivagirlsDeals.com


Yeah, yeah.... I love finding ya'll the cool parties, but I gotta give my website a little plug here....


If you are looking for some other money saving deals, be sure to check out my website: http://www.DivagirlsDeals.com/ my website ROCKS-check it out!!
**be sure to check out the Restaurant.com info on there. I almost always have a coupon code there. You can get a gift certificate to a restaurant for CHEAP! So, if you are comin' to Austin get a Restaurant.com gift certificate and eat at a wonderful local restaurant for CHEAP!!

the +1 House Party Friday 3/20

If you cant getin to the Playboy party--do not fret...the people that did the Playboy party, also is doing this +1 party!!

If you tried to get into the Playboy Party and didnt, then kudos to you for trying!

When: Friday March 20th :: Noon to 5pm
Where: Hank Sinatra's 2407 Riverside Farm's Road (just off East Riverside between Pleasant Valley and Montopolis)
Free to all:: No RSVP or Badges required!

thurs. 3/19 & Saturday- Playboy Magazine and C3 Presents



When: Thursday, March 19,

Time: 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Strictly invite-only

This is already being known as the hardest party to get into...but if you can manage it be sure to comment here and brag to the rest of us.

Two of the hottest afterhours parties during SXSW will take place at the former Safeway location next to CVS on the I-35 frontage road and East 12th Street. The Thursday night bash will be hosted by Playboy magazine and C3 Presents.

Then, on Saturday at around midnight, gossip-monger Perez Hilton takes over. Lady Sovereign is the only confirmed act we could find for that one.

Double Stereo Launch Party at Tiniest Bar in Texas 3/19-3/21 RSVP!



You are all invited to attend our Double Stereo launch party on March 19th-21st at the Tiniest Bar in Texas. This is a free, all ages show open to the public.

RSVP to sal@cdfuse.com for complimentary drinks and such during the show.


The launch party will include artists from Universal Motown Records, Myspace Records, Equal Vision Records, and Rumblefish including After Midnight Project, Nico Vega, The Photo Atlas, and Loch Lomond.Plus, Austin standouts White Ghost Shivers, Driver F, The Mother Truckers and more!


It's the Launch Party of Double Stereo! We think its awesome and so will you. Pass it on!

3/19 Sounds Australia House Party w/ Lenka and more!

Another FREE party

Sounds Australia House Party w/ Lenka and more!

WHEN:
Thu. 03/19
TIME: 12:00PM
WHERE:
Friends, 208 E Sixth **I am not familiar with this place, but the party sounds pretty good.
No RSVP needed.

C'mon down (under) and enjoy a great event Aussie style! The party kicks off with six daytime performances, followed by official Aussie SXSW showcases at night. Enjoy two great Aussie traditions - music and hospitality. We'll also be raffling off a pair of roundtrip tickets to Australia courtesy of Qantas Airlines (hell yeah)! Don't forget to say G'day! Artists performing include Lenka, The Boat People, An Horse, Andy Bull, Birds of Tokyo, Red Riders, and many more!

Thurs. 3/19 KOOP Radio Garage/Twang party 3-7PM at Lovejoys

No RSVP needed...

WHEN:
Thu. 03/19
TIME: 3:15PM
WHERE:
Lovejoy's, 604 Neches

**check out Rosie Flores, should be good!!

Line-up includes:
3:15 pm Chip Robinson's Heavy Beat Outfit (Raleigh, NC)
4:15 pm Jon Langford & the Pine Valley Cosmonauts with Rosie Flores (Chicago / Austin)
5:15 pm The Ugly Beats (Austin, TX)
6:15 pm The Higher State (UK)

FADER FORT 3/18-3/21 4 days of parties! RSVP NEEDED!



Go here to RSVP & to check out the lineup:
Rayban & Levis are providing the happy hours!

March 18-21st
Location: 1101 E. 5th St. **does not give a club name....sorry
Time 1:00 PM-9:00 PM

Lubbock New West Texas Music wed. 3/18

Lubbock New West Texas Music

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18
TIME: 12:00PM
WHERE:
Momo's , 618 W 6th St

** I am sure that this is a FREE gig, but I have no other info on it-sorry

This gig is at Momo's overlooking West 6th Street (above Katz's). It will feature new music from Legendary Lubbock.

Line up:

Kenny Maines of the Maines Brothers Band, singer/songwriter Andy Eppler, Amanda Shires of Thrift Store Cowboys, and the Cary Swinney Trio.

3/18 BAAMO's 7th Annual Florida Bandango! (RSVP needed) GO TO THIS ONE!!


BAAMO's 7th Annual Florida Bandango! RSVP needed.
WHEN:
Wed. 03/18
TIME: 12:00PM
WHERE:
Yard Dog Gallery, 1510 S. Congress Ave. I love Yard Dog Art Gallery too! Check out the cool art while you are there!

**My friend Exene is playing at this party so please so. There is a good chance that I will be at this party, so say "HI" to me if you see me there! This is a pretty good line up, Rosie Flores is playing too!


The Mojo Gurus (St. Petersburg, 5:45pm), Damon Fowler Group (Tampa, 4:55pm), Ronny Elliott (Tampa, 4:50pm), The Beauvilles (Tampa, 4pm), Exene Cervenka (LA, 3:30pm), Have Gun Will Travel (Sarasota, 2:40pm), Hoots and Hellmouth (Philadelphia, 2:10pm), Rebekah Pulley & the Reluctant Prophets (St. Petersburg, 1:20pm), Ronnie Elliott (1:15pm), Ramsay Midwood (Austin, 12:45pm), Ronny Elliott and Sylvie Simmons (12:25pm), Rosie Flores (Austin, noon)


To RSVP, go here: rsvp@baamo.org

wed. 3/18 Go Ape Party! At Sonnys Vintage


WHEN:
Wed. 03/18
TIME: 12:00PM
WHERE:
Sonny's Vintage 2928 Guadalupe St **Near the Drag.

Wed. 3/18 Pop Culture Press Party

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 at 1:00PM
WHERE:
The Dog & Duck Pub, 406 W. 17th

Dog & Duck is a small little pub that usually has their bands playing outside so that they can accommodate alot of people.

Petrol Emotion (7pm), Future Clouds and Radar (6pm), The Handsome Family (5:10pm), The Crimea (4:20pm), General Fiasco (3:30pm), Those Darlins (2:40pm), Tim Easton (1:50pm), The Service Industry (1pm), The Hilary York Band (noon).

wed. 3/18 FREE!! Guitartown/Conqueroo 2009 Kickoff Party!


WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 12:00PM
WHERE:
Fado Irish Pub, 214 W. Fourth
Guitartown/ Conqueroo Present Kickoff 2009
Enjoy 23 bands including our 2 special headliners Billy Joe Shaver and Truckee Brothers

Fado Irish Pub 214 W.4th St
Fado's is a wonderful Irish pub, its not really big tho so if you are wanting to go to this, get there early. This is one of the few lineups that has bands that I actually recognize!
Time: noon-11pm
Lineup of Artists and Schedule of set times:

Outdoor Stage:

12:00-12:20 My Jerusalem- New Orleans, LA
12:40-1:05 Gurf Morlix-Austin TX
1:25-1:50 Bukka Allen-Austin TX
2:10-2:35 Randy Weeks- Austin TX
2:55-3:20 David Olney/Sergio Webb-Nashville, TN
3:40-4:05 James McMurtry- Austin TX
4:25-4:50 Jon Dee Graham- Austin TX
5:10-5:35 Chip Robinson and the Heavy Beat Outfit-Raleigh, NC
5:55-6:20 The Silos-New York, NY
6:40-7:05 Emory Quinn-San Antonio TX
7:25-7:50 Dave Gonzales and The Stone River Boys-Austin, TX
8:10-8:35 Wirepony- San Diego, CA
8:55-9:20 Willie Nile- New York, NY
9:40-10:05 Billy Joe Shaver- Waco, TX
10:25-11:00 Truckee Brothers (Full Band special show)- San Diego, CA
**********************************************************************

11:30- 1:30am Olympic Ass Kicking Team featuring Terry Anderson- Raleigh, NC *Afterparty*

Indoor Stage:

12:25-12:40 David Serby-South Pasadena, CA
1:10-1:25/1:55-2:10 Andy Friedman-Brooklyn, NY
2:40-2:55/3:25-3:40 Holly Golightly and The Brokeoffs-UK
4:10-4:25/4:55-5:10 Atom Orr- San Diego, CA
5:40-5:55 Greg Friedman- San Diego, CA
6:25-6:40 Kacy Crowley- Austin, TX
7:10-7:25/7:55-8:10 Scott Miller-Knoxville, TN
8:40-8:55/9:25-9:40 Carrie Engdahl-Austin, TX

Paste Magazine Parties on 3/18 & 19th. RSVP!

Paste Magazine Parties in Austin (RSVP)


Go here to RSVP:http://www.pastemagazine.com/app/rsvp/new/17
WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 11:30AM
WHERE:
Radio Room

WHEN: Wed. 03/18 11:30AM WHERE: Radio Room

Complimentary drinks provided by Magic Hat and Izze while supplies last.Paste will also be sponsoring a party with Vanguard Records, Sugar Hill Records and Russell Carter Artist Management. For more info and to RSVP, see all the details here.

Shows are open to the public. First come, first serve. RSVP if you would like a reminder the week of the parties.

Chicken Ranch Records Day Party Wed.3/18 - FREE w/ RSVP on Do512

Chicken Ranch Records Day Party - FREE w/ RSVP on Do512
Go here to RSVP:
http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/18/chicken-ranch-records-day-party-free
WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 1:00PM
WHERE:
Rainbow Cattle Co., 303 W 5th St

1 - 1:30 Dead Black Hearts (Austin, TX)
1:45 - 2:15 Glossary (Murfreesboro, TN)
2:30 - 3 Ghostfinger (Nashville, TN)
3:15 - 3:45 The Mighty Stef (Dublin, Ireland)
4:00 - 4:45 Willie Heath Neal (Atlanta, GA)
5:00 - 5:45 We Were The States (Murfreesboro, TN)
6:00 - 7:00 Special Guests
7:15 - 7:30 +/- (Plus Minus) (New York, NY)
7:30 - 8 Loudest Boom Bah Yea (Brooklyn/Austin)

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

03/14 ATX Emerge Party RSVP

We’re less than a week away and interest in the ATX EMERGE has been outstanding! We expect a full house, folks, so come early, make friends and stay late!

Hosted on Saturday, March 14th at The Mohawk in downtown Austin, ATX EMERGE promises a night of strategic mingling set to the live tunes of nine of Austin’s most badass bands.

Here’s the lineup schedule:

Outside:
8:30 - Harlem
9:30 - The White White Lights
10:30 - Belaire
11:30 - Sunset
12:30 – Blissom (Paris)

Inside:
8:00 – Whiskey Thieves (Sonoma)
9:00 - Ume
10:00 - Freshmillions
11:00 - Brazos
12:00 - Zeale
1:00 - Foot Patrol

The Mohawk is located at 912 Red River Street and doors open at 8:00.

Visit ATXEMERGE.com to RSVP for the event, and feel free to bring friends and colleagues!

Please note that RSVP does not guarantee entry.

GIVEAWAYS!!!RSVP’ing for the ATX EMERGE registers you for the ATX EMERGE Giveaway featuring items from LoveSac and Maker’s Mark!

LoveSac Giveaway! LoveSac Alternative Furniture Co. is the leader in washable, changeable, completely modular furniture.

Three lucky guests will go home with their very own LoveSac.

Visit www.lovesac.com (lovesac.com is not a dirty website).

First Prize: Chocolate SuperSac Package MSRP $754 http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3403&pv=true <http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3403&pv=true>

Second Prize: Chocolate Rocker Package MSRP $549 http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3405&pv=true <http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3405&pv=true>

Third Prize: GamerSac Package MSRP $409 http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3406&pv=true <http://www.lovesac.com/item.asp?pid=3406&pv=true>

Maker’s Mark Giveaway!Maker's Mark, one of Kentucky's finest bourbons, is proud to award 10 ATX Emerge guests a collapsible camp chair that includes a convenient carrying bag - making it easy to transport to your favorite concert or outdoor activity!

To learn more about Maker's Mark visit www.makersmark.com.

Monday, March 9, 2009

Represent Austin Presents - The Fancy up and Get down Day Party! 3/19 RSVP

WHEN:
Thu. 03/19
Time: 12:00PM - 6PM

WHERE:
The Independent at 501 Studios, 501 N. IH-35, Corner of E. 5th and Brushy

This party sounds SOOO cool and perfect for a DIVA like me! I may have to make this one and get my hair done :)

Represent Austin & The Independent @ 501 Studios Presents:
Fancy Up & Get Down Day Party!!

RSVP by emailing them at: representaustin@gmail.com

Come celebrate Austin's newest, dopest live music venue and get down with an all-star lineup of local and international musicians.

Spirits Provided By Savvy Vodka + Rahr & Sons Beer

Supporting Our Dear Friends at Emancipet - Donations accepted

On-Site Primping Services Provided By: The Academy of Austin

Live Dance Music Provided By:
Jasper James (NYC) 12:30
Show Me Tiger (ATX) 1:30
L.A.X. with special guest Yadira Brown(ATX) 2:30
Red Riders (AUS) 4:00

Come get fussied up for your Thursday-Night-South-By-Throw-Down with afree updo, style, makeup, straighten or curl with our onsite stylists.(You too, fellas.)

Have a cocktail and shake your tush fantastic.

Memphis Music Foundation RSVP 03/29 FREE BBQ

Thu. 03/19
Starts at 12:00PM
Location: Brush Square Park, 5th st and Neches

From the city where Legendary Music was born, the challenge has been made: The Best Music and BBQ at SXSW are from Memphis. Enjoy BBQ direct from Memphis, cooked by our own BBQ master.

**this is insane!! Bringing Memphis BBQ to Texas??? They are asking for it-ha! If my Aussie friend Phillip is reading this, you are going to have to check this out. Phillip tries to see how much BBQ he can eat during SXSW every year. He usually does quite well for himself....we love ya Phillip. And I am going to be anxiously awaiting your review on this Memphis BBQ.

Presentations by Big Star drummer Jody Stephens and Ardent Recording artist Jump Back Jake, Hustle and Flow director Craig Brewer and MTV $5 Cover band, Two Way Radio, and much more.

RSVP to dean@MemphisMeansMusic.com . Badgeholders without RSVP are welcome, subject to capacity.

Brunch with Chicken Ranch and free breakfast tacos. 3/19

Thu. 03/19 at 11:00AM
location: Cheapos Discs on 914 N. Lamar

**the cool thing about this party is that it only lasts from 11:00 to 1:00. So you are in and out pretty quick and you get to see 2 bands in the process...

Brunch with Chicken Ranch
FREE Breakfast Tacos and tasty beverages

All ages welcome
11am - 1 pm @ Cheapo Discs (914 North Lamar Blvd)

Lineup:

11:00 am - Willie Heath Neal
12 noon- The Clutters

Full Metal Texas thurs. 3/19 At Emos-RSVP

Location Emos *at the corner of 6th and Red River
Thurs 3/19 from noon 'till 8PM.
Line up:
Skeletonwitch
Memphis May Fire
Greeley Estates
FACT
Night Horse
Black Math Horseman
More bands are still to be announced!!!

Seven Starr Artists Showcase-3 days! FREE but RSVP Required


Seven Starr Artists Showcase at SXSW 2009 Presented by SomethingPunk.com sponsored by Fuze and Nos energy Drink!

**watch out for those energy drinks. I had one last year at SXSW and I was up until 4AM!!! But it was a fun night!

RSVP Here: www.sevenstarrartists.com/sxsw09

Line-up:

Thursday March 19th
Doors open at: 11:00am

11:30am-11:50-Rankin Twins
12:00-12:30-Throwing Color
12:45-1:15-Julie


Friday March 20th @ The bayou
6:00-6:30-doors open

6:30-7:00-The Bones Royal
7:15-7:45-The Boy Bathing
8:00-8:30-Izzy Cox
8:45-9:15-Tim Williams
9:30-10:00-Keegan Dewitt

Saturday March 21st @ The bayou
5:00-Doors

5:40-6:10-Dose of Adolescence
6:25-6:55- Belmez
7:10-7:40-Big Surrender
7:55-8:30-Throwing Color
8:45-9:15-TV/TV
9:30-10:00-The Summer Set

You DO need to RSVP for this, do it here: www.sevenstarrartists.com/sxsw09

3/19 Justice Records Party!! Hurry, you have to RSVP by the 10th!


RSVP by March 10th & recieve a Justice Records Black Card (which qualifies you for good stuff!)
RSVP to: events@justicerecords.com
Food Drink & Music.

American Apparel Factory Flea Market

I swear, I didnt make this one up!! Its for real!!

WHEN:
Thu. 03/19 11:00AM - Sat. 03/21
WHERE:
American Youthworks, 4th and San Jacinto


Forget your favorite concert attire or realize March in Austin is warmer than you thought? Did your shirt get shredded while crowd surfing the night before? Don't fret, because American Apparel and SXSW are getting together at the festival this year.
The LA-based clothing Co. is putting on one of their famous Factory Flea Market events, running Thursday, March 19 thru Saturday, March 21 of Music.

The AA Flea Market will be two blocks west of the Austin Convention Center and Hilton Hotel and two blocks south of the heart of 6th Street at the American Youthworks building on 4th and San Jacinto. Offering tons of discounted merchandise for boys and girls, and open to the public from 11am-8pm each day, you'll be able to get your hands on unique samples and basic favorites at super low prices.

Did we forget to mention live DJ sets and music by Viva Radio, plus ice cream and refreshments? Rock out while you shop for sweet deals, and get ready for a new take on the SXSW Day Party.

This info was found at:
http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/19/american-apparel-factory-flea-market

This looks CRAZY and fun but I dont know if I could deal with the crowds just to buy clothing...well, maybe I could-ha. Click on the Factory Flea Market Link to see a UTube video

Sunday, March 8, 2009

NPR Music presents - MUSIC FOR THE RIGHT BRAIN

NPR Music presents - MUSIC FOR THE RIGHT BRAIN

Thu. 03/19
Time: 12:00PM
WHERE:
The Parish, 214 W 6th St

**this is a FREE show. No RSVP needed. But it will fill up fast, so if you wanna go to this you will need to get there early.

Found Magazine & QuackMedia Party Fri. 03/20 FREE SHOW BUT YOU NEED TO RSVP!


You need to RSVP to this show. You can do that here:
Here are the details:
Quack Media -
Friday 3/20 @ Soho
Soho is at 217 E. 6th St.
Lineup:

BrooklynVegan Day Party??? RUMOR?? I DUNNO...HELP!

Rumor has it that Brooklyn Vegan is doing a 2-stage day party at Radio Room on 3/19 with 12 bands. Two of them will be The Avett Brothers and Daniel Johnston!!

Now, I have been looking ALL over for verification on this. I even went to the BrooklynVegan website and all of their SXSW info is from 2008-that doesnt do me ANY good. And worse, they do not have any way to contact them directly about this....UGH!!

I would be so stupid excited to see Daniel Johnson. The Avett Brothers would be cool to see too. But I need to verify this info..this would be an awesome show!!!

If anyone has info on this, email me please at: divagirl@myself.com
**check the comments on this and I will update it there when I find out more info..

Alternative Press Day Show-Kick Up Your Spurs 3/21 Emos

Sat. 3/21 at Emos from noon-6
FREE- but if you wanna drink, you gotta RSVP..just email them at: backissues@altpress.com

*If you have never heard of any of these bands, dont feel bad-I dont have a clue either!
Mess With Texas 3
WOW the Circle Jerks!!**I didnt know that there were any original members left in this band...pretty sweet tho!

As of right now, there are no set times of the line up. As soon as I find it out, I will add a post/comment to this one with that info!

Friday, March 6, 2009

Come join Sinister Muse for their 3rd annual Biggest Little Party in Austin! March 21st RSVP!!

You need to RSVP for this one, go here to do that: http://www.sinistermuse.com/sxsw/
219 WEST219 W 4th St. (4th and Lavaca)Noon to 4 p.m. - No Badge Required
March 21st

Here is the lineup:
Tonight The Prom (12:15pm) - myspace.com/tonighttheprom
Urbanites (1pm) - myspace.com/urbanites
State and Madison (1:45pm) - myspace.com/stateandmadison
The Frantic (2:30pm) - myspace.com/thefrantic
The Noise FM (3:15pm) - myspace.com/thenoisemusic

DAY 3 - Urban Outfitters Back Lot Performances 03/18-03/21

DAY 3 long, Urban Outfitters Back Lot Performances!! FREE SHOW, NO RSVP or WRISTBAND NEEDED


Urban Outfitters have just announced their 2009 SXSW Back Lot Daytime Parties. It's all going down Wednesday, March 18th through Saturday, March 21st at the Austin store (2406 Guadalupe St.) located on 'the drag' across from the UT campus.

*If you are an out-of-towner "The Drag" is what we call Guadalupe Street across from the University of Texas. A "Drag Worm" is a homeless person that hangs out on the drag...now you are up-to-date on the lingo.

Exemplary Records, MeowPoww Media, Loco Nunca Magazine, Tangled Snark Productions Showcase 03/20


If you are in North East Austin, here is one for you..this is a FREE show, no RSVP or wristband needed.

Exemplary Records, MeowPoww Media, Loco Nunca Magazine, Tangled Snark Productions Showcase

WHERE:
The Parlor, 100 B. East North Loop Blvd.

This is an official MSXS party featuring two stages of music from as far away as Canada and as close as next door! Free to all, all ages welcomed. Limited adult beverages with be provided. Music kicks off at 1:30.

Join The Eenie Meenie Records Street Team! RSVP

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 1:00PM - Sun. 03/22
WHERE:
Eenie Meenie Records

You need to RSVP for this one! http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/18/join-the-eenie-meenie-records-street-team-over-sxsw

Hype machine Radio & Music Slut Opening Day Party 03/18-RSVP needed


Wednesday 03/18/09
Time: 1pm - 8pm
Place: Peckerhead's (402 E. 6th St.)

Hype Machine Radio and The Music Slut
Present: The Opening Day Party

We’ve got 13 artists on two stages. We’ve got free Sailor Jerry’s Rum, Sweet Leaf Tea, Taco Cabana (all while it lasts) and a free Southern Comfort Happy Hour. We’ll also have free goodies from Gelaskins (while they last). Come kick it with TheMusicSlut.com and Abbey + friends plus the newly launched Hype Machine Radio. It will be bangin start to the week.

"The Big One" SXSW Party by Do512 & SweetLeaf Tea 03/21-RSVP

RSVP HERE: http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/21/the-big-one-2009

Present: The Big One 2009 (RSVP required)
WHEN:
Sat. 03/21 2:30PM
WHERE:
Do512 Compound, 2208 S. Lamar

FREE w/ RSVP for 21+ ONLY. No wristband needed.

LIMITED VIP TICKETS FOR SALE, Just $25ea!! (includes access to VIP/Artist Lounge, free food & drinks, private bathrooms) BUY 1, BUY 2, BUY 4 (you will receive an email confirmation)
Premium sponsors include: Lone Star Beer, Savvy Vodka, and Rozone Productions.

**This sounds like it could be a fun party, but I dont know if I would pay $25 for a ticket to drink Lone Star Beer (yuk). But I did RSVP anyways..

2:30-3:00 DJ Thibault (also spinning between sets)
3:00-3:40 Alberta Cross (rock)
4-4:40 Asteroids Galaxy Tour (rock)
5-5:40 Red Cortez (rock)
6-6:40 Afternoons (rock)
7-7:40 Dead Confederate (rock)
8-8:40 BM LINX (rock)
9-9:20 Common Market (hip hop)
9:20-9:45 Blue Scholars (hip hop)
10-10:30 Mike Relm (hip hop)

The Knuckle Rumbler & Rolling Stone SXSW Party-RSVP Required!


KnuckleRumbler sure does LOVE parties. I think this is the 3rd one that I have listed of theirs.


Saturday, March 21st (1PM - 8PM)
Peckerheads on 6th St.

You need to RSVP here: http://knucklerumbler.com/sxsw2009

We’ve got 11 artists on two stages. We’ve got free RED Light Energy Drink, Sailor Jerry’s Rum, Sweet Leaf Tea, Taco Cabana (all while it lasts) and a free Southern Comfort Happy Hour. We’ll also have free goodies from Gelaskins (while they last). Special thanks to Buzzline.tv.

7:00pm Special Guest (TBA)
6:20pm Theophilus London
5:30pm Lady Sovereign
5:00pm King Khan and the Shrines
4:30pm Cut Off Your Hands
4:00pm The Love Language
3:30pm Janelle Monae
3:00pm Ebony Bones
2:30pm Throwing Color
2:00pm ZEALE
1:30pm Scorpion Child

Aquarium Drunkard Pre-SXSW Party 03/14 RSVP required

This is such a BAD-ASS poster!! I may go to this just coz the poster is SOO cool!

march 14th
at: Red Eye Fly on Red River at 8PM

Here is a list of the bands:
White Denim
Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears
American Princes


You need to RSVP for this one, you can go that here:
http://www.standardanswer.com/Profile/Home.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fprofile%2fdefault.aspx

Waterloo Records INSTORE schedule!! 03/19-03/21


Who doesnt LOVE Waterloo???
They have WONDERFUL in-store performances and they are always FREE!!
Here is the current schedule:
Thursday, March 19th
2pm Department Of Eagles
3pm Raul Malo
4pm Jason Isbell
5pm Howe Gelb of Giant Sand
6pm Ian McLagan
Friday March, 20th
2pm Vetiver
3pm Heartless Bastards
4pm Black Joe Lewis
5pm Telepathe
6pm Handsome Furs
Saturday, March 21st
1pm The Pains of Being Pure at Heart2pm Tombs
3pm Suckers4pm Cause Co-Motion
5pm The Knux
6pm The Bird and the Bee

HOT FREAKS 03/20 & 03/21-RSVP NEEDED


You will need to RSVP for this, go here: http://www.thehotfreaks.com/
RSVP DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRANCE. SHOW UP EARLY!
HOT FREAKS @ SXSW
MARCH 20th & 21st
AUSTIN,TX

CLUB dE VILLE, THE MOHAWK (INSIDE & OUT)

WE WELCOME THE HANDSOME FURS, THE HOLD STEADYBISHOP ALLEN, RICHARD SWIFT

VIVIAN GIRLS, CAMERA OBSCURA, ALELA DIANE
AND MANY MORE

UNDER THE RADAR FRI. 03/20


UNDER THE RADAR
FRIDAY MARCH 20TH AT FLAMINGO CANTINA
NOON-6PM
NO RSVP NEEDED
COME EARLY FOR GIVEAWAYS (SCHWAG) FROM IMAGE COMICS, JANSPORT AND UNDER THE RADAR.

BMI- HOWDY TEXAS!! TUESDAY MARCH 17TH

BMI- HOWDY TEXAS PARTY!!
TUESDAY MARCH 17TH
FROM 6-8pm
STUBBS BBQ ON RED RIVER

FREE DRINKS AND BBQ WHILE IT LASTS
YOU DO NEED TO RSVP FOR THIS PARTY
RSVP HERE: http://rsvp.bmi.com/howdytx09/

Bull Moose & Covert Curiosity Thurs. 03/19

Bull Moose & Covert Curiosity Present: HEALTH, Hacienda, Strange Boys and more!
WHEN:
Thu. 03/19 12:00PM
WHERE:
Aces Lounge, 222 East 6th St

The party is happening on Thursday, March 19th at Aces Lounge on 6th, kicking off at the crack of noon. We know you enjoy complimentary adult beverages, so we'll have FREE tallboys while they last! Those under the age of 21 are welcome, but will have to pay a $10 cover.

You need to RSVP for this one. You can do that here:
http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/19/bullmoose


Providing the entertainment:
HEALTH (Los Angeles) Hacienda (San Antonio) The Strange Boys (Austin) Ume (Austin) Golden Triangle (Brooklyn, Atlanta, Memphis, Austin) Shapes Have Fangs (Austin) Garotas Suecas (Brazil)

Bootleggers & Tastemakers March 20th



The Grand Ole Party of Bootleggers & Tastemakers

fri. March 20th
location: Peckerheads on 6th St.
We’ve got 13 artists on two stages. We’ve got free Sailor Jerry’s Rum, Sweet Leaf Tea, Taco Cabana (all while it lasts) and a free Southern Comfort Happy Hour. We’ll also have free goodies from Gelaskins, Greedy Genius (while they last). Come kick it with your favorite bootleggers and tastemakers eskay along with Gotty™ & the TSS Crew.
YOU NEED TO RSVP FOR THIS ONE.

GO HERE TO RSVP:

BMI Austinist Day Party



Wednesday, March 18;


Noon-6 p.m. at The Mohawk (912 Red River @ E. 10th)



Sponsored by BMI, this free day party will feature indie artists at Austin hotspot The Mohawk, recently voted one of the top ten bars in the U.S. by Esquire.



Performers include: Caitlin Rose, TV/TV, Gringo Star, Telekinesis, Kevin Devine and more.


For more information, please visit http://www.austinist.com/.


Mile Hi-Fidelity SXSW Day Show

Mile Hi-Fidelity SXSW Day Show

Friday March 20, 2009 2pm-7pm
Jackalope 404 E 6th St

2:00PM The Epilogues
2:45PM Meese
3:30PM The Photo Atlas
4:15PM Young Coyotes
5:00PM Born in The Flood
5:45PM Dressy Bessy
6:30PM The Overcasters

**no RSVP needed

Filter Magazine's Showdown at Cedar Street Thurs, Fri. & Sat.



Filter Magazine's Showdown at Cedar Street


We’re very proud to present the line up for this year’s Filter Magazine SXSW day shows! We’re exceptionally pleased with the line-up and hope that you’ll come join us at Cedar Street Courtyard in Austin, Texas for three days of fun, BBQ, and great music during SXSW!


Idle Warship, Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears, Annuals, Great Northern, Other Lives, Hockey, Zee AviCedar Street




To go to this, RSVP by emailing them at: rsvp@filtermmm.com

BEAUTY BAR RSVP's

Beauty Bar has a site where you can RSVP for 2 different things

The first on is TRONCO PRODUCOES DE BRAZIL PRESENTS:Calumet-Hecla (USA) . Nancy(Bra) . Pterodactyl(USA) . Holger(bra) . Starfucker(USA) . Max Tundra(uk) . Los Pirata(Bra).

This is on Friday March 20

The second one is:

Boogaloo Shampoow/ DJ jonathan toubin and King Khan and the Shrines . Soul or SystemImeem/AM Only/Big Sky Media present:MSTRKRFT . DJ Klever and Tittworth (4 table set) FELIX CARTAL
On Sat. March 21st

**The RSVP is just for YOU only. So if you want to go to this with someone, just go ahead and register their name too.

Thursday 3/19 Vaya Con Tacos


We’ve got 14 bands on two stages. We’ve got free Red Stripe, Sailor Jerry’s Rum, Sweet Leaf Tea (all while it lasts), Ancient Cellars Wine and a free Southern Comfort Happy Hour. We’ll also have free goodies from Gelaskins and, of course, free breakfast tacos from Taco Cabana (while they last).

Location: Peckerheads on 6th St.
From 7:30PM-2AM
You need to RSVP here:

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

LOOKIN FOR MORE DEALS??





If you are looking for some other money saving deals, be sure to check out my website: http://www.DivagirlsDeals.com/

**be sure to check out the Restaurant.com info on there. I almost always have a coupon code there. You can get a gift certificate to a restaurant for CHEAP!




Also, a special thanks to Lisa (on my TexasCouponers group) for this one:

http://www.yelp.com/events/austin-yelp-deals-at-sxsw-week This is a great listing of local restaurants that are offering deals during SXSW.

Creme de la Creme fri 03/20

Friday 03/20
location: Malverde
400B W. 2nd Street
From 9pm-2AM

You need to RSVP for this one!



Go here to RSVP: http://app.mobilestorm.com/stun/viewRsvpForm.php?q=NDY1Mw==

SPIN MAGAZINE PARTY--WOOHOO!! Stubbs 03/20


The SPIN party is ALWAYS the most fun party to go to!! If you can get in on this one-its one NOT to miss!! Here is the deal on this one: its ALWAYS an 'invite only' party. You will need to go to: SPIN.com in the coming weeks for details, and for loads of SXSW preview coverage.
And if you like music, this is THE party to go to. They always have awesome bands playing.
**If you get a invite, get an extra 2 for me and my hubby!!
Its on 03/20 at Stubbs on Red River.


Here is what the website says:

Dark romantic legends Echo & the Bunnymen are set to headline SPIN's annual Friday afternoon soiree at Stubb's BBQ during next month's South by Southwest music conference in Austin, Texas.

Also on the bill: former Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins's new band, Hot Leg; Atlanta-based punk rockers Black Lips; Britpop upstarts Glasvegas; electro popsters Passion Pit; and New Zealand indie darlings Cut Off Your Hands.

Set for Friday, March 20, from noon to 6:30 P.M., the party will also feature DJ sets from the Crystal Method and N.A.S.A., and performances on the indoor stage by the Monthlies, Burke, and Hatcham Social.

For the first time ever, SPIN will be giving away loads of passes to the invite-only event. Stay tuned to SPIN.com in the coming weeks for details, and for loads of SXSW preview coverage.

ART DISASTER NO. 8-Tues. 03/17

Here is the site for more info about this:
http://artdisaster.com/

You DO need to RSVP for this party, you can RSVP here: http://www.uptheantics.com/artdisaster

Need something to do on a Tuesday? This could be one...

March 17th from 6pm-2AM
BEAUTY BAR, 617 E. 6TH STREET (ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE JAIL-HA. SAD BUT TRUE)

Happy Hour from 6-9 PM
Open Bar from 8:30-10PM
Here is the site for more info:
http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/article/news/149426-presenting-the-2009-pitchfork-windish-austin-bash

On March 20 at Emo's (603 Red River St.), 12 bands will take over both the main outdoor stage and the Emo's Jr. indoor stage from noon to 6 p.m. You should go if you're in the area...we hear several other bands are playing in Austin around the same time! The party features performances from indie disco queen Little Boots! Brooklyn fuzz-poppers the Pains of Being Pure at Heart! A-Trak and Diplo DJing at the same time! Lots of other stuff!

Space Out at the Carousel March 20th 2-7PM



Space Out at the Carousel Day Party During SXSW

March 20th, 2009 2-7pm

Carousel Lounge in Austin, TX



1110 E 52nd St Get Directions Here

Admission is FREE,

No Badge/Wristband Required

RSVP for priority admission / 21+$2 Setup Bar



Not all parties have to be downtown or in the 6th street area. If you are tired of dealing with people and traffic, consider a party at a location away from all of that (they do exist). There will be bands playing too.
The Carousel Day Party is an Experimental, Space Rock, Psych, Shoegaze, Dream Pop Band Showcase During SXSW Music Fesival

If you have NEVER been to the Carousel Lounge, its a trip. Its truely Austin-tatious. And to save even more $$, you can bring in your own liquor (but you cannot bring in beer or wine coz they sell that there) and buy a $2 set up for your bottle. There is a liquor store just 2 doors down from the bar just in case you wanna make a pit stop there first.

RACHEL RAYS SXSW PARTY 3/21 AT MAGGIE MAES!!

Some things are worth repeating twice...


Sat. 3/21

Maggies Maes (on 6th street)

From noon -5PM!!!




Rachel Rays party was 'badgeholders only' was last year, and supposedly its the same this year.

I didnt go to this party last year (no badge) but I hear this was a cool party).


But someone told me that. this year its first come first served. So, its worth trying to get into...but COME EARLY!!! And if you see me there--save me a place in the drink line!!! 'Coz after this party, I am heading to the High Times party and its much more fun to go to the High Times Party with a buzz-on.




Admission policy: Rose's Mojito & Rachael Ray's Feedback: The B-Side is open to all fans of music (over 21). Entrance is based on a first come, first serve basis. Once the venue reaches capacity, management will institute a "one out, one in" admission process.For email updates about this event




HIGH TIMES PARTY!!! MY FAVORITE! Sat. 3/21

I always make sure that I attend this party every year!!

Saturday, March 21st
Red 7, 611 E 7th St.
Time: noon-6PM

Scott "Wino" Weinrich will be performing a solo acoustic set at High Times Magazine's 2009 Doobie Awards party.

I do not know if you need a invite to this party or not, but I make sure that I always get one from a friend of mine at Planet K (Kleinman should be happy for the free plug here).

Music by the slice party.. 3/19th-21st.


This party is on the back porch or Pizza By The Slice.
It will run Thursday though Saturday during SXSW March 19th-21st. The party is totally FREE, no RSVP or wristband required and takes place on the back patio of Home Slice Pizza at 1415 South Congress Ave.

Kerrang! Magazine Party in association with Guitar Hero World Tour 03/19

Kerrang! Magazine Party in association with Guitar Hero World Tour RSVP or Invite only

**I did email the person and try to RSVP to this one....what the heck, it sounds like a great party if you can get in on it.

WHEN:
Thu. 03/19 2:00PM
WHERE:
The Wave, 408 E 6th St

The planet's biggest Rock magazine, the planet's most kick-ass game and a line-up to save your sister from! Oh and did we mention a few beers to boot!

See you down the front with: Enter Shikari, The Bronx, Attack! Attack! (UK), Rolo Tomassi and Frank Turner.

By invitation only. Please RSVP to Kerrangparty@xtaster.co.uk
Supported by PRS for Music and Xtaster.

Guitartown/Conqueroo 2009 Kickoff Party! Wed. 03/18


WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 12:00PM
WHERE:
Fado Irish Pub, 214 W. Fourth
FREE (no wristband required) , BUT YOU HAVE TO PRINT THE INVITATION!
Go here to print your invitation:

Bitch Magazine/Kill Rock Stars SXSW Day Party

Bitch Magazine/Kill Rock Stars SXSW Day Party
This is a FREE event, no RSVP needed

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 12:00PM
WHERE:
Club de Ville , Red River

FREE tacos if you get their early..

Bitch Magazine/Kill Rock Stars SXSW Day Party

Bitch Magazine/Kill Rock Stars SXSW Day Party
This is a FREE event, no RSVP needed

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 12:00PM
WHERE:
Club de Ville , Red River

FREE tacos if you get their early..

Stimulus Package (15 hour party), hosted by HearYa.com and QuinnStorm.com, FREE

Stimulus Package (15 hour party), hosted by HearYa.com and QuinnStorm.com, FREE

WHEN:
Wed. 03/18 11:00AM - Thu. 03/19
WHERE:
Paradise, 401 E. 6th St

Justin Townes Earle, Tallest Man On Earth, BLK JKS, Red Cortez, Harlem Shakes, Deep Dark Woods, Gringo Star, The Morning Benders, Motel Motel, The Henry Clay People, Tom Schraeder, Tigercity, Danny Malone and more!
FREE BEER FREE HEADBANDS FREE SAUCONY SHOE GIVEAWAYS FREE BEER NUTS FREE WATER
11am on Wed - 2am on Thurs, Free Beer (while supplies last), Open to Public

For more info, go here: http://sxsw2009.do512.com/event/2009/03/18/stimulus-package-hosted-by-hearya-com-and-quinnstorm-com

the VIllage Voice Party!! Friday 3/20

Friday, March 20 from noon to 5pm
Location: La Zona Rosa

The Village Voice parties of previous years have always been pretty good...and the schwag aint bad eigther. But considering everyones cutting back, you should just be lucky to go to a party-ha..

Here is the info from the website about this:

Every year, the event-planning honchos at Village Voice Media throw a Friday afternoon shindig during South by Southwest. Once again this year, it'll be completely, unequivocally free and held at La Zona Rosa, a spacious 4th-Street venue that knuckleheads think it's creative to call La Coka Nostra. Last year, the VVM party starred such fine rollicking luminaries as the Black Keys, Trail of Dead, and Health--this year, we are here to announce that M. Ward, Cursive, Gomez, and Bear Hands will be your musical hosts. It all takes place on Friday, March 20 from noon to 5pm, with set times to be announced. Get excited, dudes: Hold Time is an amazing hangover helper.

Here is where to find the info:
http://blogs.villagevoice.com/music/archives/2009/02/village_voice_m.php

Standard Recording & Craftster SXSW Day Party Friday 3/20


This looks like a fun one to RSVP to..I have a friends that will like to go to this one too. Oh, and when you RSVP, you can add guests to it.

If you’ve been to SXSW or if you live in the Austin-area you know that the many SXSW day parties all over Austin are a huge part of the fun of this whole event.

Stop on by the party for some free drinks and eats, nine live bands, and fun free craft demos!

Standard Recording & Craftster SXSW Day Party
Friday March 20th 11 am - 5 pm@ The Art Project - 301 Chicon St., Suite F, Austin, TX

The party is free and open to the public but we’d love if you could RSVP at this page here if you think you might come.

Go here for more info:
http://www.craftster.org/blog/?p=571

I HEART AZ: The (Official) Unofficial Arizona SXSW Party



Thursday, March 19th, 2009 (Noon - 7pm)
The Jackalope (6th St. and Trinity) | Austin, TX
FREE & NO RSVP NEEDED!


For more info, go here:
http://ultra8201.blogspot.com/2009/02/sxsw-2009-i-heart-az-official.html

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Lose Control Music Showcase

Yet another one that you can RSVP to.

MARCH 19, 20, 21 2009
CANVAS BAR & GALLERY
105 E 5th Suite 113 Austin TX 78781

This is for Lose Control.
http://www.losecontrolparty.com/

What I like about this RSVP, is that it allows you up to 5 guests. I always choose the maximum # of guests because I never know how many people will be with me when I try to get into a place-ha!

THE 2009 BAY AREA TAKEOVER on Thurs. March 19th

THE 2009 BAY AREA TAKEOVER
Thursday, March 19th, 2009
The Beauty Bar, Austin, TX
12pm-6pm, FREE

**You need to RSVP for this one too!!

Featuring performances by Mike Relm, Vetiver, The Morning Benders, Sholi, Thee Oh Sees, The Heavenly States, Wallpaper., The Frail, Two Sheds, The Union Trade, French Miami, Lilofee, The Red Verse, with DJ sets from Omar, Miles, Elise, and Jacob Fury.


Here is some info from the site:

Mike Relm, Vetiver, The Morning Benders headline six hour unofficial day party during South by Southwest, featuring 13 of the San Francisco Bay Area’s hottest indie bands

Tricycle Records and The Bay Bridged are proud to announce the second annual Bay Area Takeover, a six hour unofficial day party during the 2009 South by Southwest Music Festival. Taking place on Thursday, March 19th, 2009 from 12pm to 6pm at Austin’s Beauty Bar, the party follows in the tradition of last year’s acclaimed event, with performances by over a dozen of the San Francisco Bay Area’s hottest artists representing a broad cross-section of the Bay’s fertile and diverse music scene.

The show’s headliners–Sub Pop folk-rock masters Vetiver, acclaimed A/V DJ Mike Relm, and indie pop buzz band The Morning Benders–are leaders in forging the Bay Area’s cosmopolitan music identity. They’ll be joined at the Bay Area Takeover by some of the hottest up-and-coming San Francisco groups, like Sholi, whose debut album comes out on Quarterstick/Touch and Go Records on February 17th.


For more info, go here:
http://thebayareatakeover.com/wp/

SXSeattle on Saturday 03/21

You gotta RSVP for this one too!!

SxSeattle 2009 SXSW Showcase
Saturday, March 21, 2009 (Noon - 6pm, All ages)
@ The Palm Door on 401 Sabine St., Austin, TX 78701

Free Caffé Vita Coffee, Pacific Northwest food and free beer for the duration of the party!

Performing live are Blue Scholars and Common Market, Past Lives, Barcelona, Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head, New Faces, Mt. St. Helen’s Vietnam Band, Dynah and Hey Marseilles.


Go here to RSVP: http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pEk3Ca7W9Uoho7dvWLrmvfA

One more thing to RSVP to,,,

Go here to view the site: http://www.burlesquedesign.com/doittoit/ go the bottom of the screen and you will see the link to RSVP.

It looks like a music showcase....who cares, just sign up you can decide if you want to go later..

Email them at:
rsvp@burlesquedesign.com

PARTY ON!!!

Oh yeah, I found something...it dosent quite look like a party, but it looks like a 4 day music thang at a club on 2nd & Trinity....I hope there is a party involved somewhere..

You know the SXSW motto dont you? Here it is: Sleep is for wimps!!

This is by VTech. You can RSVP for this one if you are with the media...
just lie, sign up.

After you sign up, you will see this message on the screen:
Details on bands, schedule and where to pick up your badge will be emailed to you soon.

**just hope you do not have to pick up the badge at the convention center (ugh).

Alright Alright, here is the info:

http://www.purevolume.com/thehouse/press

Alternative Press Party

Another day-time party...I do not know if you need a wristband or badge for this one. And there is not a way to RSVP to this party. But so what!!

Even if you dont have the credentials, do it the Diva-Way.....just act like you are supposed to be there and walk right in. Usually its just volunteers working and they do not know if you are really supposed to be there or not-so hold your head high and walk right in and have some fun. And if you see me, save me a place in the beer line OK? Thanks in advance....

The Alternative Press party (hosted by the Alternative Press magazine) is usually one of the most popular daytime events at SXSW, and few British bands are ever asked to participate!

The event takes place Thursday 19th March at The Terrace between 4 - 7PM • 412 D. Congress Ave. (it’s the rooftop of popular venue The Speakeasy)

Want more info? Go here:

http://dirtblonde.wordpress.com/2009/02/14/dirtblonde-invited-to-dj-the-alternative-press-party/

Yet Another SXSW (I mean SXNW) Party!!

Here is the info on this one:

SXNW 4th annual geek party
Monday March 16, 2009 - Tuesday March 17, 2009 from 10:30pm - 2:00am
Iron Cactus

606 Trinity Street at 6th Ave
Austin, Texas 73301


Blue Flavor and Raincity Studios are proud to host the 4th annual South by Northwest (SXNW) geek fest party at the Iron Cactus in Downtown Austin.

This event hosted durring SXSW is always a blast! There is always plenty of free drinks and cool people to meet.

We book virtually the whole venue but please let us know you are coming so we can plan ahead.

Iron Cactus is a Southwestern style grille and Margarita Bar. They pride themselves on presenting authentic Southwestern cuisine, gleaning recipes and ingredients from Southern Mexico to Utah. Plus, Iron Cactus features more than 80 Tequilas and is considered in the top 10 best Tequila bar in the world..

I did RSVP for this one, but I do not know if this is strickly for badge holders or not..

SXSW- WRISTBANDS ARE FOR CHUMPS!!

I do have lots of fun during SXSW here in Austin. But I am cheap. So that means, I am NOT going to shell out money for a wristband or a badge. But if its given to me, I will take it!

But this year, I am flying by the seat of my pants without ANY credentials!!

So, how am I going to do it? I am going to mooch off friends that have credientials (because their band is playing)...and I am going to attend FREE parties.

With that said, I have put together a list of parties in case any of you also want to party on a dime with me...here it is:

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**I will not be going to this unless someone gets me a button from the convention center…but it doesn’t look like a ‘go’ for me.


Yo! Kick off SXSW Interactive at the 97bottles
Happy Hour, at the Gingerman Pub in Austin.
Join us on the back patio from 5-6pm on Friday, 3/13/09, for awesomeness.

Beers and snacks are TOTALLY FREE, but there's a catch: You have to find a [Blue Flavor team member] at the conference to acquire a special 97bottles button beforehand. Show us the button when you get to the Gingerman, and drinks are on us! See you there!

The Blue Flavor and 97bottles team

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I DID get an invite to this party!!

The TechSet and Windows Mobile invite you to a very special, free event at the classic Belmont Lounge on Friday, March 13, 2008 from 8 to 10 p.m.

Come enjoy the unique and stylish period-specific décor that conjures scenes from Las Vegas and Palm Springs during the Sinatra era.

You’ll be surrounded by incredible and pioneering entrepreneurs and influencers as we create our own Rat Pack rich with relationships that will propel us long after the curtain closes on SXSWi 09.Style. Swagger. Distinction


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http://colabspace.org/ you need to RSVP at this site


Events: Wednesday, March 18 through Sunday, March 22 613 Allen St Austin, TX 78702 512.300.8217

Flee to the eastside for five full days of music programming featuring over 70 local, regional, and national bands and DJ's. Indie Houston and Houston Free Press showcase on Friday, big blowout party on Saturday, performance artists inside Co-Lab, and much much more...

RSVP BELOW!!!All Ages Welcome, ID’s Checked Upon EntryRecommended $10 Donation at the Door

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I cant get in to this one....oh well.........


Time: March 13, 2009 at 9pm to March 14, 2009 at 1am

Location: Emo's

Street: 603 Red River
City/Town: Austin, TX
Website or Map: http://2009.sxsw.com/intera...
Event Type: sxsw, party, 2009, burlesque, cupcakes
Organized By: SXSW 2009

Want to have your cake and eat it too? Well, with the magic of Austin's newest culinary trend, and the help of our finest performers, now you can!

Come to Emo's to celebrate the cutest confections that amateur and professional cupcakers have to offer. And, while you're wiping that icing off your 'stache, watch some of the finest tassel-twirling you've ever seen!

Also, featuring stars from Kitty Kitty Bang Bang, Jigglewatts, and Big Star Burlesque!
Free to SXSW badgeholders.

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Word is, this is a cool party!! My ass will not be on a bike, but maybe a scooter-ha! I did RSVP to this one too!

Time: March 14, 2009 from 4pm to 6pm
Location: Brush Square Park
Street: 5th & Neches
City/Town: Austin, TX

Website or Map: http://mobile-social.bikehu...

Bike Hugger is bringing the party back to SXSW with 43% more bike culture. The Mobile Social is an intersection of bikes, technology, and culture.

We ride, blog, party, and give away product.This event is for the BBQ. The Urban Ride event is herehttp://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/1372993/

Update: The DJs of the Sun, aka Sycons, are bringing their art, solar energy, and music to the Urban Ride ride and BBQ. Digital, analog, mobile, and powered by solar packs. They’ll mix music while we ride around Austin and party at the BBQ.


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This sounds like a cool party, and I already RSVP'd for this one too!!

MARCH 14TH, 2009 / The Mohawk ATX Emerge Pre-SXSW Party
Saturday, March 14th (8pm - 2am)
Mohawk (912 Red River St.) Austin, TX

Here is a list of the bands:
Harlem
the white white lights
Belaire
{{{Sunset}}}
Fresh Millions
UmeBrazos
Zeale
Foot Patrol

We personally think this is a great party to showcase some of the great bands Austin has to offer. It's FREE, and looks like Makers Mark (good stuff) is sponsoring it, so just RSVP and be prepared to have an awesome time! By the way, the RSVP is good for you and a +1.

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214 W. 4th St. between Colorado and Lavaca Sts., AustinWednesday, March 18 – 12 noon til 10:30 p.m.

List of Artists and Schedule of set times:
Outdoor Stage:

12:00-12:20 My Jerusalem- New Orleans, LA
12:40-1:05 Gurf Morlix-Austin TX
1:25-1:50 Bukka Allen-Austin TX
2:10-2:35 Randy Weeks- Austin TX
2:55-3:20 David Olney/Sergio Webb-Nashville, TN
3:40-4:05 James McMurtry- Austin TX
4:25-4:50 Jon Dee Graham- Austin TX
5:10-5:35 Chip Robinson and the Heavy Beat Outfit-Raleigh, NC
5:55-6:20 The Silos-New York, NY
6:40-7:05 Emory Quinn-San Antonio TX
7:25-7:50 Dave Gonzales and The Stone River Boys-Austin, TX
8:10-8:40 Wirepony- San Diego,CA
9:00-9:30 Willie Nile- New York, NY
9:50-10:20 Special Guest Star TBA
10:30- 1am Olympic Ass Kicking Team featuring Terry Anderson- Raleigh, NC *Afterparty*

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**I did RSVP for this party too!!

Austin Tweetup
Sunday March 15, 2009 - Monday March 16, 2009 from 8:00pm - 2:00am
Aces Lounge
222 East 6th StreetAustin, Texas 78701 Get Directions
Come join Austin "Tweeps" for an epic Tweetup! We've rented out the entire place to welcome our Twitter friends from out of town.

Website: http://www.austintweetup.com


http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/1903602/
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New Brow Film Screening
Tuesday March 17, 2009 at 6:00pm
The Independent at 501 Studios
501 N. IH-35Austin, Texas Get Directions
Gallery Preview: Wednesday, March 18th 2009 from 7-11pm.Opening Reception: Thursday, March 19th 2009, from 7-11pm, open to the public.Film Premiere: For dates and times check www.shootinggallerysf.comGallery Hours: Thursday though Sunday, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.Humble Pictures, along with The Shooting Gallery and The Alternative Café, is proud to present their film, “New Brow: The Rise of Underground Art”, to Austin, TX, March 20th and 21st, 2009 from 8-10pm at 602 West Seventh St. Suite A, Austin Texas. Despite being turned away by the acceptance committee for SXSW, The Shooting Gallery remains committed to premiering “New Brow” to their Texas audience. To highlight the significance of the film’s place in history, internationally renowned art dealer, Justin Giarla, has put together a comprehensive body of work from artists interviewed in the film. The exhibit will run for a week, as a tribute to those who’ve made contributions to the Low Brow art movement. A progressive line up of works will be included, by emerging and largely significant Low Brow and Pop Surrealist artists. 602 West Seventh St. Suite A will be busy night and day through out the week of March 15th, with a private press preview, opening reception, and film screening. Juxtapoz Magazine, the art publication holding the largest circulation in the US, will be sponsoring all events. With their sponsorship, the event comes full circle, as they have brought these underground artists to the attention of the general public. They’ve provided a voice for the Do-It-Yourself culture that only continues to take things to the next level. These parties will include, DJ’s, adult beverages, and killer time to be had by all.The film, “New Brow”, exposes first hand accounts from artists, galleries, and collectors who initiated and maintained the New American Art Movement. Documenting the personal studios and makeshift gallery spaces where the movement began, it reveals the raw nature required for a new genre to be created. The film brings to attention influences often unrecognized or underrated, such as underground comix, Kustum Kulture, graffiti, tattoo, skate and surf, punk art and others amidst Californian sub-cultures. Among the movement’s history, “New Brow” puts things in perspective, to its major contributor and inspiration, Robert Williams.Artists included in the exhibit are the following: Eric Joyner, Charles Krafft, Shawn Barber, Travis Louie, Anthony Ausgang, Ron English, Mike Giant, Isabel Samaras, Camille Rose Garcia, Van Arno, Shepard Fairey, Liz McGrath, Henry Lewis, Tim Biskup, Gary Baseman, Glenn Barr, Kill Pixie, Niagara, Sas & Colin, Erik Foss, Yumiko Kayukawa, Natalia Fabia, Paul Chatem, Sylvia Ji, Helen Garber, Joshua Petker, Mike Maxwell, Greg Gossel, Francesco LoCastroLocation:602 West 7th #A,Austin TX 78701(415) 931.8035
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Thu, Mar 19th, 2009
SXSWAustin, TX-
Little Radio Party: 4:20pm (seriously) @ Red Eyed Fly- Blue Giant Showcase: 9pm @ Club Deville

Fri, Mar 20th, 2009


Guitartown / Conqueroo 2009 SXSW Kickoff Party 02.20.09
SXSWAustin, TX- showtime tba

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**I really wanna go to this party but I dont have the credentials...if someone wants to get me in, email me at: Divagirl@myself.com

Sat, Mar 21st, 2009
Rachel Rays Party 12-5 @ Maggie Maes.


Playing: NYDolls, Bob Schneider, John Pringle

*don’t know if its free or not…There will be food again, of course (Ray promises "burgers on a biscuit with bacon, shredded lettuce and a toasted poblano tomatillo sauce, ancho mac and cheese for the vegetarians, black-bean chilaquilles, and ancho-chicken pulled soft tacos," among other heart-clogging creations) and, if you can get in the door, free booze from co-sponsor Rose's.

Open to badge Holders ONLY!

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The MohawkAustin, TXhttp://www.mohawkaustin.com/Hot Freaks Day Party - 3pm @ The Mohawk

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Stereofame SXSW Party & Stage
Saturday March 21, 2009 from 1:00pm - 6:00pm
The Vortex
2307 Manor RdAustin, Texas

Stereofame is proud to be hosting the Stereofame SXSW Party & Stage on Saturday, March 21st, from 1pm - 6pm at The VORTEX in Austin, TX.

FREE MUSIC! (6 Bands performing, no badge or wristband required)
FREE FOOD! (Southern style BBQ)
FREE DRINKS! (Get 2 free drink tickets at the door. No cover.)

That's right. Free booze, free food and a free day of great music. That's what we call a GOOD TIME! The showcase is part of an effort to provide opportunities for fans of music to connect with standout artists on Stereofame.com at live events across the country.

Performing artists include:

Alyse Black, Austin TXThe Age of Rockets, New York NYThe Lings, Austin TXBetterluck, Houston TXVine House, New York NYMere, Hoboken NJ Stereofame will give the first 200 attendees two drink tickets for the bar and we'll have enough Texas BBQ for 200 people. Come while the pickin's are hot!

DATE: Saturday, March 21, 2009
TIME: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION:The VORTEX 2307 Manor Rd

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SXSW - Deli Magazine/Viper Room/Swinghouse Party
Saturday March 21, 2009 at 12:00pm
Rusty Spurs
403 East 7th StAustin, Texas 78701


Slip + Lovitt = love. Day party during SXSW
Saturday March 21, 2009 from 11:00am - 6:00pm
Radio Room
508 e. 6th StreetAustin, Texas 78701

Big Stage5:15 - Cursive4:15 - The Van Pelt3:15 - Silver Scooter2:30 - Pinebender1:45 - The Life and Times1:10 - Young Widows12:35 - The Poison Arrows12:00 - Head of Skulls!Small Stage5:00 - Milemarker4:20 - Des Ark3:35 - Ben Davis & The Jett$2:55 - Auxes2:15 - Pygmy Lush1:30 - Tight Phantomz1:00 - Quieting Syrup12:30 - The Medications12:00 - Edie SedgwickDJ sets by Team Fabrication and Neil O'Brien of The Van Pelt
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