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SXSW 2012 in pictures

As SXSW 2012 draws to a close and an army of British acts pack up their kitbags for the long trek home, PRS for Music’s Jules Parker looks back at a week of musical mayhem.

By Anita Awbi 19 Mar 2012

SXSW week - M meets Jonquil

As part of SXSW week, we’re meeting a selection of bands who are performing at this week’s showcase event in Austin, Texas. From Oxford, Jonquil are Hugo Manuel on vocals and keyboard, Sam Scott on bass and trumpet, guitarist Robin McDiarmid and drummer Dominic Hand.

By Anita Awbi 17 Mar 2012

SXSW week - M meets Treetop Flyers

As part of SXSW week, we've been meeting a selection of bands who've performed at this week’s showcase event in Austin, Texas. We close with today's artist, West London band Treetop Flyers.

By Anita Awbi 16 Mar 2012

SXSW week - M meets Frank Turner

Today's artist is Frank Turner. Following the break up of his band Million Dead, Turner built a huge and loyal fanbase by touring constantly for three years.

By Anita Awbi 16 Mar 2012

SXSW week – M meets Charlie Simpson

Today's artist is Charlie Simpson. Taking a break from his band Fightstar, Charlie recently released a solo album Young Pilgrim, which showcased his more folky singer-songwriter side.

By Anita Awbi 15 Mar 2012

Steve Lipson And Ash Soan Pt.2

M talked to super-producer Steve Lipson and ace drummer Ash Soan before their recent gig with Trevor Horn and Lol Creme as part of rock band The Producers.

By Anita Awbi 15 Mar 2012

SXSW week – M meets Ilona

Ilona is a Bulgarian singer songwriter, who has been living in the UK for the last decade. Although only officially starting her music career in May last year, she has already been on a mini tour of the UK, played three nights at Hop Farm Festival, become a favourite on BBC London, and supported Newton Faulkner and Adam Ant.

By Anita Awbi 14 Mar 2012

Steve Lipson And Ash Soan

Both Ash and Steve are part of super-group The Producers alongside Trevor Horn and Lol Creme. M caught up with them before their recent gig at Bush Hall in west London.

By Anita Awbi 14 Mar 2012

SXSW week - M meets Spycatchers

As part of SXSW week, we’re meeting a selection of bands who are performing at this week’s showcase event in Austin, Texas. Today we meet Spycatcher, a five-piece band from Watford.

By Anita Awbi 13 Mar 2012
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