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# 5 Things You Need to Know About Unofficial SXSW Showcases
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unofficial-sxsw-showcases/
- Published: 2013-02-13T10:05:00.000Z
- Updated: 2013-02-13T10:05:00.000Z
- Description: SXSW is fast approaching and bands are preparing for their shows. If you aren’t playing in an official SXSW showcase, there are still many opportunities to perform. Get in on. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2013/02/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unofficial-sxsw-showcases.html]
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- Tags: DIY Advice & Tips, Live & Ticketing, Music Think Tank, Austin, booking, Natalie Cheng, promote, showcase, shows, Simon Tam, SXSW, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-01-21 10:49

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SXSW is fast approaching and bands are preparing for their shows. If you aren’t playing in an official SXSW showcase, there are still many opportunities to perform. Get in on the action by participating in unofficial SXSW showcases. Before you do, make sure to review **Simon Tam**’s [tips](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unofficial-sxsw-showcases.html?ref=hypebot.com) on what you need to know about these showcases posted on [Music Think Tank](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unofficial-sxsw-showcases.html?ref=hypebot.com). Are you heading to Austin, TX for SXSW this year?

“Unlike SXSW shows, the nice thing about the unofficial parties is that a SXSW wristband isn’t required to get in. However, it doesn’t mean that people will walk in. You’ll still have to **promote** your set if you want someone to show up.” ([Read On](http://www.musicthinktank.com/blog/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-unofficial-sxsw-showcases.html?ref=hypebot.com))

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