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Going Live, SXSW

Photos: People And Things (SXSW 2016)

We revisit the week that was SXSW 2016 and highlight the various parties, showcases, and dance-offs that kept things totally weird.

Interviews, SXSW

NYC newcomer Okay Kaya talks with Leah Beresford about facing her fears and why she’s focused on piecing together “a complete album”.

Going Live, SXSW

Mohawk’s Cinematic x The Smokers Club party tripped out with Joey Bada$$, Kirk Knight, Bodega Bamz, CJ Fly, and a whole lot more.

Going Live, SXSW

The FADER Fort ended things off on a high note in Austin, TX with Yo Gotti, Kelela, Gallant, and a surprise set from Drake and OVO Sound.

Going Live, SXSW

Pitchfork closed things out at Barracuda with Neon Indian, Chairlift, Anderson Paak, Mitski, Kamaiyah, Protomartyr, Kevin Morby, and more.

Going Live, SXSW

Deftones and White Lung shut down SPIN’s SXSW party at Stubb’s Austin and the only thing that was really missing was the kitchen sink.

Going Live, SXSW

Sounds Australia’s The Aussie BBQ hit SXSW on the Friday with sets from Big White, HARTS, Methyl Ethel, Julia Jacklin, and Nite Fields.

Going Live, SXSW

BrooklynVegan’s opening day party flat out ruled as it featured Plague Vendor, White Reaper, Citizen, Turnover, Sorority Noise, and more.

Going Live, SXSW

Earl Sweatshirt’s one-off at ACL Live at The Moody Theater was a reminder of how he’s fully capable of sending rap bloggers into a seizure.

Going Live, SXSW

Aluna Francis and George Reid blessed Austin’s Brazos Hall with a commanding set that featured everything from “Automatic” to “I’m In Control”.