Hot at SXSW

If you couldn't get to Austin, here are some of the hot acts that got some attention. [Via TrendCentral]

Duffy: Apparently the world is looking for a saner version of Amyu Winehouse. Duffy is a young Welsh soul singer has been compared to '60s chanteuses like Petula Clark and Dusty Springfield.



Yael Naim: This French singer-songwriter already had her song featured in a MacBook Air commercial, and once Apple anoints a new talent, you know what happens.



The Ting Tings: In January 2008 this co-ed Manchester drums/guitar duo was voted third in the annual BBC 6 Music poll of industry experts Sound of 2008, for acts to emerge in the coming year. In February 2008 they were the opening slot act on the 2008 Shockwaves NME Awards Tour. Up and coming!



The Dodos: This San Francisco band The Dodos wowed festivalgoers with their freak folk sound reminiscent of Animal Collective.