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SXSW acts confirmed

Nine Norwegian acts confirmed for one of the world's largest industry festivals, South By Southwest in Austin, Texas.

10.02.2012 | By: Tomas Lauvland Pettersen

It's become something of a habit that Norwegian artists make their mark at the music industry showcase festival South By Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, TX. For 2012, 9 Norwegian acts are scheduled to perform at the important festival which kicks off on March 13th.

South by Southwest is one of the world's largest industry festivals, and was held for the first time in 1987. The festival takes place in Austin, Texas, and attracts nearly 12 000 registered participants. Over the years, South By Southwest has become an important venue for international music business. This year's music program lasts from 13th to 18^th of March.

Norwegian acts confirmed for SXSW 2012:

- Audrey Horne

- Bloody Beach

- Deathcrush

- Marit Larsen

- Philco Fiction

- Razika

- Shining

- Spirits of the Dead

- Team Me

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