Day 3 of SXSW was long but well worth it. We began our day downtown around noon and headed for the Austin Convention center to pick of a new issue of the SXSW magazine. The magazine contained one of my photographs of Bun B at the Pimp C Tribute show on Wednesday night. Talk about a fast turnaround time. Nice job SXSW. While there, we also took time to check out the various exhibits as well as some of the Direct TV concert series.

Next, we headed to Fuze for the Hot 93.3 / AllHipHop.com compound. The Hot 93.3 crew were out broadcasting live as they have been all week. David Banner stopped by to talk with Boogie for a bit and to debut his new single. Chingo Bling had his street team out and about all day promoting his show later that night.

Fast forward to the evening where Chingo Bling, Coast, Mr. Capone E, Stunna, Lil J, Lucky, Hata Proof Records and C.O.D. were the performers for the night. Local group C.O.D. put on a good performance and had a nice size crowd to match. Stunna, Lucky, Lil J, Mr. Capone E, Hata Proof, and Coast each represented very well.

The main event and performer for the evening was Chingo Bling. About 10 minutes before his set, Carnival Beats began to set up their keyboards and drums as they would be assisting with the performance. Chingo is always sure to let people know about the Carnival Beats family and what they mean to Texas hip-hop. Chingo put on a good show as always. Having Carnival Beats on the stage showing their support doesn’t hurt either.

Another successful day of SXSW in the books. Stay tuned for the Saturday/Day 4 report.

We started day 2 of the 2008 SXSW experience at the Hot 93.3 / AllHipHop.com compound at Fuze. We dropped by early in the afternoon where Deuce, Boogie, DJ Kurupt and the rest of the Hot 93.3 crew were broadcasting live with special guest DJ Felli Fel live in the mix.

Next, we headed west down 6th street to Logan’s for an Urban Media Meet and Greet. There was a great turnout. It was good to see everyone out there networking and enjoying their time with their fellow media representatives.

After a brief dinner break, we made our way back to Fuze for the evening show. M1, Drojo, Ryno, Slim Gutta, South Bound, PLA & Dok Holiday each had intense performances. A few European acts also performed. They had plenty of energy and had the crowd going. DJ Bounz and Eddie Deville of the Bumsquad DJ’s were in attendance. Eddie Deville will be the DJ for the Saturday night event at the Austin Music Hall with David Banner, Rob G, and more.

Day 2 is a wrap. More photos after SXSW is finished.

Yes, it goes down. It’s that time of the year again meaning SXSW 08′ is here. My camera is ready and the weather is nice. Daily updates will be available for those of you who won’t be able to make it out, so stay tuned.

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