The Strumbellas, a Canadian roots band, plays at Lambert's Barbecue in Austin for SXSW. (Photo by Meri Simon)
Any good vintage clothing sale in Austin will always include cowboy boots. This selection was at the Motel San Jose, site of a series of concerts. (Photo by Meri Simon)
Fans of the Aussie band Big White sing along at the Aussie BBQ, one of the most popular events at SXSW every year. (Photo by Meri Simon)