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SXSW 2010 TRADESHOW Porchjam www.porchjam.com Porchjam Online & Mobile Music Tools Porto Franco Records portofrancorecords.com Mature-beyond-its-months San Francisco label, proudly serving locally-grown music since 2009. Working hard to discover and export the Bay's best talent and establish SF as a global music des- tination. Reeperbahn Festival GbR www.reeperbahnfestival.com The Reeperbahn Festival is one of the most impor- tant club and showcase festivals in Europe. During the day music professionals meet at Reeperbahn Campus. At night, 17,000 people roam the fa- mous Reeperbahn and the 20 festival venues (all within walking distance). SaskMusic www.saskrecording.ca SaskMusic is the music industry sector leader within the Province of Saskatchewan, Canada. We represent approximately 600 industry profes- sionals and offer programs and services aimed at increasing the economic impact of music within our province. Scottish Arts Council www.scottisharts.gov.uk The Scottish Arts Council is the lead agency for arts development in Scotland, and has the respon- sibility for music and the music industry. Find out about our work: Scotland's Music and Music in Scotland. Soho & Tribeca Grand Hotels www.grandhotelsnyc.com Located in Manhattan's most affluent, sought af- ter neighborhoods, Soho & Tribeca Grand Hotels offer upscale restaurants and lounges, unparal- leled service, sleek neighborhood-inspired design, and an insider access into the best of downtown NYC culture. Sonicbids www.sonicbids.com Sonicbids is the website that helps bands connect with people who book or license music. Our com- munity includes more than 220,000 bands and 19,000 promoters and licensors from more than 100 countries. SoundExchange www.soundexchange.com SoundExchange is the non-profit that collects roy- alties for featured recording artists and copyright owners. Their 48,000 members have received $360 million so far, so register to get yours! Regis- tration is fast and FREE. Sounds Australia www.apra-amcos.com.au/MusicCreators/ SoundsAustralia.aspx Sounds Australia is the lead contemporary music in- dustry initiative, created to provide a platform from which to further the profile and promotion of Aus- tralian artists and music businesses around the world at key industry conference and showcase events. Sounds From Spain Sounds from Spain is sponsored by the Embassy of Spain, ICEX (Spanish Institute for Foreign Trade) and private institutions, and represents the Span- ish music industry including the most important nationwide professional associations. SPIN Magazine spin.com SPIN is one of the most influential voices in music and culture, providing authoritative coverage via multiple media outlets: SPIN magazine, SPIN.com, SPINearth.tv, SPIN Digital, and SPIN's iPhone App. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, SPIN will realize an annual readership of 35 million music enthu- siasts globally. Texas Music Office EnjoyTexasMusic.com The Texas Music Office (TMO) is a state-funded business promotion office and information clear- inghouse for the Texas music industry. The TMO is a division of the Office of the Governor. Timeless Music Project Ltd www.timelessmusicproject.com Award winning Social Enterprise ''Timeless Mu- sic Project" delivers projects aimed at supporting Yorkshire's talented music industry. Projects in- clude showcase CDs, events, conferences. Return- ing in 2010 with another Yorkshire concert at the British Music Embassy. Txtstation USA Inc www.txtstation.com Txtstation activates brands by engaging consum- ers in real time via their mobile phones. Txtstation helps our customers to create new revenues, open a personal 1:1 dialogue with fans and consumers and activate brands. UKTI www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk UK Trade & Investment is the Government or- ganisation helping overseas companies bring high quality investment to the UK and helping UK-based companies succeed internationally. UK Trade & Investment is pleased to support UK music at SXSW. Welsh Music Foundation welshmusicfoundation.com Wales is known as 'The Land Of Song' and for good reason. Tom Jones to Super Furry Animals, Lostprophets to Duffy. New Music From Wales brings the next big offering from the small na- tion. GEAR ALLEY EXHIBITORS MARCH 17–19 Ableton Inc www.ableton.com Since 1999, Ableton has been making award-win- ning software products for composing, recording and performing music. Located in Berlin, with a small outpost in New York, Ableton's 100 employ- ees include many DJs and musicians. Absara Audio/Pigtronix www.pigtronix.com Pigtronix pedals are unique and original creations containing futuristic features not found in other stompboxes. Pigtronix strives to push beyond the sonic boundaries of the past, making sounds that no one has heard ever before. Amplified Parts ww.amplifiedparts.com Whether you are a seasoned musician or a nov- ice, we're here to help you find what you need to customize your sound and equipment. Ampli- fied Parts is the one-stop shop for all your musical needs. Audio-Technica www.audio-technica.com Audio-Technica is a leading manufacturer of pro- fessional and consumer audio equipment, includ- ing microphones, headphones, wireless systems, mixers and electronic products. They are known for legendary quality; we support them with out- standing service. Dubspot www.dubspot.com DUBSPOT is redefining music education w/ cutting- edge curriculum, workshop tours, video tutorials, artist interviews, and dynamic learning environ- ments. DUBSPOT is also a growing community of musicians, producers, audio engineers, DJs, visual artists, and enthusiasts of all genres. Fender Musical Instruments Corp www.fender.com Fender® is the world's leading guitar brand and is synonymous with rock n' roll. Fender instruments are known worldwide for starting the rock revo- lution, and they continue to be highly prized by today's musicians and collectors. Korg USA www.korg.com KORG USA, Inc. is the proud distributor of Korg, Marshall, and VOX musical products for the Unit- ed States. For over 45 years, each of our valued brands has been an iconic presence in popular music. Koss Corporation www.koss.com Since introducing the very first Koss Stereophone over 50 years ago, Koss Stereophones has been bringing the excitement of a live performance to recorded music. Pro Stage Gear LLC www.pedaltrain.com Pro Stage Gear is a leading manufacturer of flight cases for music equipment as well as the award winning line of the Pedaltrain brand of guitar ef- fects pedalboard products. Visual Sound LLC www.visualsound.net With names like Earth Wind & Fire, Keith Urban, Relient K, U2, Metallica and a host of other amaz- ing players and musicians around the world, Visual Sound is synonymous with creating the sound of today's music! SXSW ORLD / F EBRUAR Y 2010 71

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