SXSW 2008

SXSW 2008 is an online channel featuring live music performances from 2008's South by Southwest conference. South by Southwest is held in Austin, Texas every year. It is regarded as one of the leading music festivals in the world.

The site features performances by big name artists including Dizzee Rascal, Hanson, and Martha Wainwright.

Users can browse videos sorted by the number of views, the most shared, and the highest rated. Fans can also use the search box at the top right of the screen to find videos by their favorite bands.

Browsers can view more information about the videos they are watching, including their duration and the number of views, by hovering over the player. Hovering also allows browsers to share the video with friends, add it to a playlist, flag it for offensive content, and view it in high definition if available.

SXSW 2008 videos are free to watch. However, fans can enjoy extra privileges by signing up for a free Crackle account. This allows users to create a profile page and save and comment on their favorite videos. This profile automatically keeps track of the last 300 videos viewed.