This annual, week-long event held in Austin, Texas brings together leading creative forces and business professionals from entertainment and media outlets focusing on Music and Media, Film, and the Interactive Community.

Xbox LIVE® is partnering with McDonalds, Hot Topic, and MTV Games to bring this exciting event to you. Starting Monday, March 10 go to Xbox LIVE Marketplace to get the latest gaming news, watch exciting music performers, and catch daily video wrap-ups—all free on your Xbox 360 console direct from Austin, Texas!

Next New Networks is a new kind of media company that brings together elements of TV programming and internet philosophy to allow viewers to contribute, share, and distribute content. 

VIMBY (Video In My Backyard) is a revolutionary new video content company that is connecting young people across the nation through calendars, blogs, and message boards.

GameSpot's expert editorial team provides comprehensive and unbiased game information. Get previews and reviews on the hottest titles, live Web casts, online tournaments, videos, guides, and more. 

MP3.com provides a wealth of information about digital music and artists. As a legal, free music-sharing service, MP3.com is popular with independent musicians promoting their work.

You're front and center with Bringing It Home! Don't miss the video downloads direct from gaming panels featuring renowned gaming professionals, daily wrap-up videos of the event, and much more.

Harold & Kumar From White Castle to Guantanomo Bay, the comic misadventures of this due have spawned a cult following. Go behind the scenes of the new movie with our exclusive interview.

Direct From Austin brings you coverage of the First Annual Greenlight Awards—the first competition to recognize the next, best original Digital TV Series. The Best Original Series Production winner will receive a one-month distribution deal through Xbox LIVE Marketplace!

The big festival features some of the hottest indie acts in the country with Serj, from System of the Down, and Paramore headlining the musical line-up.

	Serj Tankian One of the most unconventional frontmen in rock, System Of A Down singer Serj Tankian emerged as a solo artist with his debut solo album Elect The Dead. It is an album that showcases the writing and arranging prowess of a man best known for his inimitable vocals, incisive lyrics, and unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes.
	Paramore  Over the past two years, Paramore, the rapidly emerging pop-punk quintet from Tennessee, has been building a near-deafening "next big thing" buzz. Driven by riveting live shows and the undeniable charisma of their frontwoman, 18-year-old Hayley Williams, they have captivated an increasingly rabid following.

Check out more of the acts playing at the festival.

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