Austin Music Awards to close out SXSW 2010 The Austin Music awards typically kicks off SXSW, but this year it will end the festival. The ceremony gives Austin an opportunity to celebrate their music scene in front of an international crowd. FULL STORY>>Updated: 3/19/2010 5:24 PM
Each Thursday, music critic Andy Langer takes a behind-the-scenes look at the personalities, venues and businesses behind Austin's celebrated music scene in Backstage Pass.