If you're heading to SXSW, Qobuz invites you to attend an intimate series of live-to-record sessions at KMFA Studios, East Austin, TX, on 16th – 17th March.

However, don't worry if you can't be there in person, as professionally recorded highlights will be released as 24-bit, hi-res 'SXSW Sessions' EPs, available exclusively to stream and download on Qobuz in the coming months.

In keeping with Qobuz's independent-minded, “boutique in a superstore world” approach, the sessions will feature an array of top indie and experimental artists performing stripped-down sets in front of small audiences.

Slated for sessions are Brooklyn-based pop singer Barrie; the newly-formed all-star outfit featuring Beto Martínez, Alex Chavez, Victor “El Guámbito” Cruz, and John Speice, Caramelo Haze; psych-folk-funk drummer and DJ Daniel Villarreal; London-based jazz composer and multi-instrumentalist DoomCannon; Canadian alt-rock outfit Kiwi Jr.; acclaimed NY-based indie rock artist Miss Grit (Margaret Sohn); LA-based musician and visual artist Shana Cleveland (of La Luz); and British R&B singer Yazmin Lacey. Miss Grit and Yazmin Lacey's last albums were bestowed the prestigious Qobuzissime award, given to a select group of early-career albums every year that have ventured into unexplored territories.

Sujan Hong, Qobuz USA Head of Music Content, told StereoNET:

Qobuz is really excited to work with this great, independent line-up. I can't wait to watch these talented artists perform in such a cool space and then be able to share the music exclusively with our discerning users.

If you heading to Austin, the Qobuz sessions are free to attend with an official SXSW accreditation. RSVP for your place here: qob.uz/sxsw2023

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