SXSW 2009 vs MusicRadar

If you see this logo, you know what to expect!
If you see this logo, you know what to expect!

Every March, hoards of label bosses, bloggers and music fans all descend on Austin, Texas for South by Southwest (SXSW), an industry-based music festival where 1800+ of the hottest new bands vie for attention over four days.

This year, MusicRadar has sent intrepid blogger Steve Turner to sunny Texas. Between queueing for BBQ and queueing for secret gigs, he's reporting back on the coolest bands, the hottest tickets and the sights and sounds of 2009's coolest indie shindig.

Check out below for all our SXSW coverage in one handy spot!

SXSW 2009 vs MusicRadar

SXSW 2009 blog: Day One

SXSW 2009 blog: Day Two

SXSW 2009 blog: Halfway Round-up

SXSW 2009 blog: Day Three

SXSW 2009 blog: Texas Guitar Show

SXSW 2009 blog: Day Four

The MusicRadar team

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