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Industry insights with Yemi Sawyerr: International showcase prep and balancing a multifaceted career
Radio host, musician and events coordinator at Jazz re:freshed Yemi Sawyerr heads to her third SXSW in Austin this year. British Underground ask Yemi how to successfully prepare for industry conferences like SXSW, what diversifying the music industry and curating culture entails and how to balance a professional and musical career.

Sian Eleri’s official SXSW recap on Selector Radio
Sian Eleri gives the inside look into SXSW as she broadcasts direct from the live music capital of the world, Austin, Texas.

Jazz re:freshed Outernational returns to SXSW with an outstanding live showcase
With a queue all night round the block at the Velveeta Room in Austin, Jazz re:freshed Outernational hosted their 8th live music showcase at SXSW featuring UK Jazz acts Chelsea Carmichael, Richard Spaven, NeOne the Wonderer, Kyra, Ebi Soda and Sultan Stevenson.

British Underground announce three UK showcases at SXSW
Celebrating 22 years hosting UK showcases at South by Southwest (SXSW) from Amy Winehouse to Stormzy, British Underground announces three curated nights of music as part of the official SXSW Music programme.

Jazz re:freshed Outernational announce line up for 8th edition of SXSW showcase
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, pioneering grassroots jazz organisation Jazz re:freshed partner with British Underground for the 8th edition of the showcase at SXSW.