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SXSW Spotlight: ArtistData

artistdata_pic.jpgArtistData is going to be exhibiting in the Music Trade Show again in ‘09. They have been enjoying some deserved acclaim this year, and look forward acquiring even more happy users. We hit up Brenden Mulligan for some more information on ArtistData as well as his views on a couple of very controversial topics concerning the world today.

ArtistData was a featured company
at Chicago’s TECH Cocktail 9

1. Tell us a bit about ArtistData.
We are a distribution platform for musicians to use to publish their tour dates (and soon other profile info) across multiple consumer touch points. We sync to the artists website, MySpace, PureVolume, Virb and submit dates on their behalf to Eventful, Jambase, and more. We’re introducing features rapidly and continue to offer more services for artists to use.

2. What are you most looking forward to during SXSW 09?
Seeing a lot of old friends all in one place. It’s a great time to catch up with our artists and partners.

3. I read that in June, Hypebot named ArtistData one of the top ten indie music marketing tools. Did this come as a surprise or were you totally expecting it?
We think we’ve built a really useful product. So when that was announced, we were thrilled but not surprised. But we were also not expecting it. We are delighted with every email we get from an artist who says how much we’ve helped them. It’s why we do what we do.

4. Where do you stand on Usher vs Justin Timberlake? Whose skills are closest to Michael Jackson’s?
I guess I’d have to say I need to do a little more research before casting my opinion to the masses.

5. Steak or tofu?
I wish I liked tofu .. But unless it’s combined with unhealthy stuff, I just dont like it. So steak.

Original post by val

The Daily Chord - Wednesday, November 12

Original post by jill

Nov 14 Registration Deadline: So Much Content at SXSW Interactive

Anastasia_Goodstein.jpgWhether you get off to thinking about the future of new media or you just like hanging out with a group of incredible creative trendsetters, the SXSW Interactive Festival is the place for you. Panel programming covers everything from blogging to business models to web design to wireless. To this end, we have just released about 20 more titles for the 2009 event (including “What Teens & Tweens Want In A Web Site / Application” as led by Anastasia Goodstein, pictured at left). Be sure to check out the panel page for the most current list of scheduled programming. Also, look for the first batch of Core Conversations to be announced via the SXSW website tomorrow.

Be there to catch this incredible content live and in person. Registration cost is just $400 (a $95 savings off the walkup price) if you pay your fees by the end of the day on Friday, November 14. Plus, if you purchase your registration before the Friday deadline, you will be eligible to win a free hotel stay! So what are you waiting for?

Original post by hugh