Sxsw:德克薩斯州音樂節官網是美國德克薩斯州一個很有影響力的音樂/電影盛會，可能是世界上規模最大的音樂盛典。每年都有來自世界各地的上千萬的音樂人，樂隊報名參加。SXSW是英文South By Southwest(西南邊的南邊，這是德州的地理位置)的簡寫。

西南偏南大會(SXSW/South by Southwest)是每年在美國得克薩斯州奧斯汀舉行的一系列電影、音樂和多媒體互動式的節日。首屆西南偏南始於1987年。聯合創始人路易斯·布萊克因希區柯克的電影《西北偏北》而起名叫西南偏南。

所有大小唱片公司及媒體都會派代表到場，在一千多場演出之間奔波。很多還沒有被簽約的樂隊，也希望能借他們在SXSW的演出，吸引媒體，唱片公司的注意力。

SXSW音樂節的最大特色就是每個演出的場地都離得非常近，而且周圍有不同的酒吧，俱樂部，所以樂隊，樂評人，唱片公司的老闆，樂迷們在演出結束之後，都有一個近距離接觸的機會。

The South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conferences & Festivals offer the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. Fostering creative and professional growth alike, SXSW is the premier destination for discovery.

Year after year, the event is a launching pad for new creative content. New media presentations, music showcases and film screenings provide buzz-generating exposure for creators and compelling entertainment for audiences.

Conference panel discussions present a forum for learning, business activity thrives at the SXSW Trade Show: The Exhibition for Creative Industries and global networking opportunities abound. Austin serves as the perfect backdrop for SXSW®, where career development flourishes amid the relaxed atmosphere. Intellectual and creative intermingling among industry leaders continues to spark new ideas and carve the path for the future of each ever-evolving field, long after the events’ conclusion.