SXSW 2026 is set to transform downtown Austin into a vibrant hub for global creatives, running from March 12-18, 2026. This year, SXSW will feature seven consecutive days of music, film & TV, and innovation programming, offering unprecedented opportunities for cross-industry collaboration. With the expansion of the Music Festival to seven nights, artists will have...Continue Reading

Recorded live at the Balanced BreakFEST showcase during SxSW 2025 in Austin, Texas, this special episode features Her Dark Heaven, an indie rock band from New York City. Known for their atmospheric, synth-driven sound and bold aesthetic, Her Dark Heaven discusses their creative process, the journey to performing at SxSW, and how they channel personal...Continue Reading

Recorded live at the Balanced BreakFEST showcase during SxSW 2025 in Austin, Texas, this episode features Revenge Wife, the solo project of former HOLYCHILD lead singer Elizabeth Nistico. Known for her emotionally raw lyrics and captivating stage presence, Nistico discusses her journey from HOLYCHILD to Revenge Wife, her creative process, and the themes of love,...Continue Reading

Experience the Magic of SXSW 2025's Music Festival in Austin, TX on March 10-15, 2025. When it comes to celebrating music, culture, and creativity, the SXSW Music Festival stands in a league of its own. Held annually in the heart of Austin, Texas, this iconic event showcases an unparalleled mix of artists from across the...Continue Reading

Balanced Breakfast, a music industry networking group, is set to host an unofficial showcase during SxSW 2025 in Austin, Texas. The event, titled Balanced BreakFEST 2025 is scheduled for Saturday, March 15th, from 1:00P to 10:00P at dw's cocktails & sports. Balanced Breakfast has a history of organizing showcases during SxSW, providing a platform for...Continue Reading

This year Balanced Breakfast has 1 unofficial showcase date at The Dogwood in Austin during SxSW. This is the first time NOT at the Jackalope on 6th Street. This year’s showcase is from 1-10PM on Saturday, March 16th. We will chose 7 bands and 13 solo artists from the applications we received. All applicants were notified via...Continue Reading

The South by Southwest Music Festival (SXSW®) has announced the second round of Showcasing Artists invited to perform at the 38th annual event. The festival features compelling musical experiences showcasing rising talents and renowned artists from around the world performing in front of industry professionals, influencers, press, and an abundance of engaged, open-minded fans. The...Continue Reading

Apply to play Balanced Breakfast's Unofficial 2023 Showcase with Music City SF on March 16th & 17th 2023 at The Jackalope in Austin during SxSW.Continue Reading

We are accepting applications to play the 2022 Balanced Breakfast Showcase in Austin on March 17th & 18th at The Jackalope during SxSW with Music City SF.Continue Reading

SXSW 2022 Music Festival is back and more exciting than ever, as we unveil the first wave of Showcasing Artists set to perform from March 14-20. Featuring over 240 artists from around the globe, this lineup brings together both rising stars and seasoned veterans ready to make their mark. Leading the charge are London R&B...Continue Reading

BB’s unofficial SxSW showcase was canceled in 2020 and will be virtual in 2021. We are excited to announce that we are hosting 72 bands on two stages via one ZOOM event over 3 days. The bands we booked are from Austin, San Francisco, Nashville, Brooklyn, and other cities around the world. Our format will...Continue Reading

Join us on March 18th, 19th, and 20th. BB's Fest will be hosted virtually in http://Gather.Town and additionally streamed to our social platforms. Each selected artist will create a 10 min video to submit to BB for streaming. (We prefer live recordings, but are open to music videos.) BB will collect each of these videos...Continue Reading