SXSW
From exclusive artist interviews to unexpected festival gems, TMN young creators captured the spirit SXSW with fresh eyes and fearless storytelling.
HIGHLIGHT VIDEOS
Yorkshire artist Ellur lit up the stage at SXSW with her heartfelt indie anthems, bringing raw emotion and energy to the British Music Embassy’s ‘Northern Sound’ showcase.
The cast of For Worse shared laughs, wisdom, and advice for young creatives at the SXSW red carpet. From never giving up to embracing the journey, hear what they had to say.
An inspiring conversation with young innovators! TMN's Aja Haywood had the chance to interview Annabelle Chang and Raegan Revord at the SXSW EDU Featured Session on Books, Media & Youth Entrepreneurship.
"This press accreditation feels like a stepping stone in my journey as a journalist and content creator. Every interview, every photo, every conversation with an artist or festivalgoer is practice in building the career I want — one where I bring stories to life and connect people through them."
— Aja Haywood. TMN, Austin.
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SXSW Uncovered
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HIGHLIGHT BLOG POSTS
TMN is returning to SXSW, the Austin-hosted creative industries festival, eager to engage in this multi-cultural experience. As a platform empowering young creators across various fields, our involvement at SXSW offers the chance to connect with global thought leaders, discover talent, and explore the future of creativity. By Dylan Gutierrez.
At the recent SXSW conference, the Rotten Tomatoes Lab: Critics Edition panel titled "How Film/TV Critics are Building Online Audiences" brought together a diverse group of critics who have successfully harnessed new media platforms to engage audiences and establish their unique brands. By Pablo Herrera.
Produced by executive producer Issa Rae, Seen and Heard is an HBO two-part documentary that offers a vibrant, time-spanning portrait of Black talent as it transitions from merely being "seen" to truly being "heard." Directed by Giselle Bailey and Phil Bertelson, the film takes viewers on a journey through the evolution of Black creatives in television. By Aja Haywood.
TMN EXCLUSIVE! INTERVIEW WITH LUVIS
At SXSW 2025, we met LUVIS, the Japanese singer-songwriter who shared how music, love, and spirituality intertwine in his creative journey.
PHOTOS THAT INSPIRE US
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TMN LEARNING
Mastering Music Photography with SXSW' Photographer Tico Mendoza
In this exclusive video course, SXSW’s photographer Tico Mendoza shares his expertise on concert photography, from selecting the right gear to capturing that perfect shot in the fast-paced environment of music festivals.
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