South By Southwest

SXSW hit with class action lawsuit over refusal to refund tickets

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De La Soul talks free downloads, new music at SXSW

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Tyler the Creator arrested for allegedly inciting riot at SXSW

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Teen in critical condition following SXSW car crash

VIDEO – Doctors at Brackrenridge Medical Center say a total of six patients still remain hospitalized. Three patients were in critical condition, two are listed as fair, and the sixth patient is in good condition…
/ March 14, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Driver faces murder chargers after car hits crowd at SWSW club

VIDEO – A suspected drunken driver faces capital murder charges after striking a crowd outside a downtown Austin, Texas, club used as a venue for the South By Southwest digital conference, police said…
/ March 13, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Bill Cosby joins Instagram, posts comedic video

theGRIO REPORT – After attending the South by Southwest festival Monday, Bill Cosby announced that he has officially joined Instagram…
/ March 11, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

SXSW Interactive celebrates contributions from tech leaders of color

theGRIO REPORT – This year, MVMT 50 has partnered with several media organizations, including theGrio, to host a series of stimulating panel discussions and interactive events during the SXSW conference…
/ March 7, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Prince delivers funk-filled finale at SXSW

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — How did Prince close out South by Southwest Music Festival’s weeklong showcase of rock n’ roll?
/ March 18, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Big names at SXSW, but what about big breaks?

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — In the frenzy of South by Southwest, even standouts like The Flaming Lips feel the need to stand out…
/ March 11, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Nas talks stepping to Tupac and Death Row in Central Park

At the SXSW Music and Media Event in Austin, Texas, rapper Nas sits down with marketing executive Steve Stoute and talks about an encounter with Tupac…
/ March 19, 2012