Commentary
ASCAP Hits SXSW
- by Karl Greenberg , Staff Writer, March 8, 2013
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) has a huge roster of performances lined up for the SXSW Music and Media Conference and Festival. Besides the Pop/Rock "ASCAP Presents…at SXSW" showcases, the Society is parting with BET for a first-ever "Music Matters, powered by Yahoo! SXSW Showcase".
There are also SXSW music panel discussions, boat rides, showcases and parties, the group says. Some of the events: Radio Day Stage, Brooklyn Vegan Day Parties and Filter Magazine’s Showdown at Cedar Street. The schedule's at www.ascap.com/sxsw.
Karl Greenberg writes about automotive, consumer-packaged-goods, sports, and travel for “Marketing Daily.” Prior to this, he was the automotive editor at "Brandweek" magazine. He was also the Internet advertising technology writer for "Adweek," and petrochemical editor at "Chemical Market Reporter". You can reach Karl at karl@mediapost.com.
