GoGirlsMusic.com, one of the oldest and most popular website for women in music, will continue their tradition of highlighting some of the best independent female musicians at their 5th Annual "Invasion of the GoGirls," in Austin, TX, March 17-19 during the annual South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival and conference.

Five "unofficial" showcase invasions will feature over 40 bands and performers. "We worked very hard to create a lineup that was stylistically exciting and appealing to a diverse crowd," explains Madalyn Sklar, founder of GoGirlsMusic.com. "We fully expect to see an electrifying blend of industry people, musicians and the general public at our event," continues Sklar.

For the second year in a row, GoGirls organizers will also be offering several "Do It Yourself" panel discussions on the art of promotion and touring for independent musicians on Friday, March 18th. These events will be free to the public with no badge required, and will feature prominent industry speakers as well as tales from successful indie musicians.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, March 17th
7 pm - 1 am
Invasion of the GoGirls @ Trophy's Bar
2008 S. Congress, 512-447-0969
Free show!

Friday, March 18th
1pm - 5 pm
GoGirls Showcase & Music Panels @ Oslo
Music: Mara, Rachael Sage, and a special "GoGirls in the Round"
Panels: "Smart Marketing Ideas for the Indie Musician" and "Touring Advice for the Indie Musician"
Guest Speaker, Sean Agnew from Blue Metallic Entertainment
301 W. 6th Street, 512-480-9433
Free event!

Friday, March 18th
7 pm - 1 am
Invasion of the GoGirls @ Trophy's Bar
4th Annual GoGirls "2 song" Night
2008 S. Congress, 512-447-0969
Free show!

Saturday, March 19th
1 pm - 6 pm
Invasion of the GoGirls @ LOVE
1000 South 1st Street, 512-442-LOVE
Free show!

Saturday, March 19th
7 pm - 1 am
Invasion of the GoGirls @ Trophy's Bar
2008 S. Congress, 512-447-0969
Free!