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SXSW will return to Austin for its 40th edition in March 2026.

Adelaide's Swapmeet and Japanese math rock band 水中スピカ Suichu Spica took home this year's prestigious Music Prize.

'Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie' will have its Australian premiere at this year's SXSW Sydney event.

Over 50 new performers will appear on SXSW Sydney stages this October.

"This year’s industry program is one for the, hem hem, freaks and geeks, as we’re beyond excited to welcome Paul Feig to the stage."

C.O.F.F.I.N., Robert Baxter, Last Quokka, Mariae Cassandra, and Worm Girlz are just some of the Aussie artists joining the SXSW Sydney line-up.

Over the years, SXSW has made its way into tech, film and innovation amid recent criticism that it has lost its musical heart.

SXSW is set to return to Sydney from 13 to 19 October 2025.

Pacific Avenue lead the charge of Aussies in the third artist announcement heading to Texas in March.

The minor party moved an amendment to remove funding.