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Wednesday

At SXSW, Asian-American Musicians Make A Space Of Their Own

Run River North (Jennifer Rim, Joe Chun, Alex Hwang, Abe Kim, Daniel Chae and Sally Kang) performs at SXSW's first-ever Asian-American showcase. Stephanie Vu & Zenith Division/Courtesy of Kollaboration hide caption

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At SXSW, Asian-American Musicians Make A Space Of Their Own

This year's SXSW saw the first-ever showcase featuring exclusively Asian-American artists. Organizer Christine Minji Chang says one goal is to broaden Asian Americans' representation in the industry.

At SXSW, Asian-American Musicians Make A Space Of Their Own

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Sunday

FAARROW Joins SXSW Bands In Drawing Attention To Travel Ban

Somali sisters Siham and Iman Hashi come together to make the pop music group FAARROW. The girls escaped their home country, while it was being torn apart by civil war.

FAARROW Joins SXSW Bands In Drawing Attention To Travel Ban

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Take A Peek Under The Helmet Of Virtual Reality At SXSW

VR was everywhere at the Austin festival. Todd Richmond, the director of advanced prototypes at the University of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies breaks down the hype.

Take A Peek Under The Helmet Of Virtual Reality At SXSW

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At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

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Music Interviews

At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

The music business has evolved dramatically since the country icon began his career. What hasn't changed, he says, is how artists connect with fans: "The music kinda lets you be in their life."

At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

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Saturday

The South By Southwest Effect: How The Festival Affects Austin

Four Austin journalists discuss how the South by Southwest festival affects the city's music scene and access to affordable housing.

The South By Southwest Effect: How The Festival Affects Austin

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South By Southwest Adds A 'Super Bowl' To Austin's Economy Each Year

Austin mayor Steve Adler talks about the ways in which the South by Southwest music festival and conference has transformed throughout the years, along with the city.

South By Southwest Adds A 'Super Bowl' To Austin's Economy Each Year

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Wednesday

Music News: SXSW, Pandora's New Paid Streaming Service, Drake

NPR's Audie Cornish talks to NPR's Music editor Jacob Ganz about the music news of the week, including Pandora's new paid streaming service, Drake's upcoming mixtape and the latest from the SXSW immigration kerfuffle.

Music News: SXSW, Pandora's New Paid Streaming Service, Drake

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What We Loved At SXSW On Tuesday

Bob Boilen's favorite discovery on Tuesday was Taiwan's Hello Nico. Adam Kissick for NPR hide caption

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All Songs Considered

What We Loved At SXSW On Tuesday

Public radio hosts share their favorite performances from the first big night the year's craziest music festival.

What We Loved At SXSW On Tuesday

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Monday

Rise Of Artificial Intelligence Met With Mixed Reaction At SXSW

From South by Southwest, the optimistic and dystopian visions of artificial intelligence — a technology that is becoming part of our daily lives.

Rise Of Artificial Intelligence Met With Mixed Reaction At SXSW

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Sunday

To Austin, With Love: Previewing The Songs Of SXSW

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To Austin, With Love: Previewing The Songs Of SXSW

NPR Music's Stephen Thompson plays highlights from The Austin 100, a downloadable mix of SXSW discoveries that includes Tribu Baharú, Jealous Of The Birds, Manu Delago, Tunde Olaniran and Weaves.

To Austin, With Love: Previewing The Songs Of SXSW

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Friday

How A Contract Clause Led To A Fight Between Musicians And Austin's Biggest Event

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The Record

How A Contract Clause Led To A Fight Between Musicians And Austin's Biggest Event

A clash between SXSW and artists over legal language regarding international musicians at the festival boils down to fine print and big ideas.

How A Contract Clause Led To A Fight Between Musicians And Austin's Biggest Event

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