SXSW really turned out all the stops this year. From somber solo singer-songwriters to rock gods and jam bands, this year’s festival lineup provided such a well-rounded selection of talented artists. We look back on the madness with happy hearts because this year’s caliber of artists has set the bar even higher. It is going to take a whole year to be ready to experience it again, but if this year’s effort is any indication for the future, we look forward to what SXSW holds for 2018. Take a look at who we ranked #1 for each year we have covered SXSW:

Best New Artist:

2009: Akron/Family
2010: The Sleepy Sun
2011: Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All
2012: Santigold
2013: Haim
2014: Crosses
2015: Tink
2016: Hinds

Best Established Artist:

2009: Jane’s Addiction
2010: Demolished Thoughts
2011: Kanye West
2012: The Roots
2013: Billy Bragg and Amanda Palmer
2014: Sleigh Bells
2015: The Dillinger Escape Plan
2016: CHVRCHES

Here are our best takeaways from 2017’s official and unofficial showcases. Enjoy!

Best New Artists

1. Jamila Woods

2. Maggie Rogers

3. Sneaks

4. FRENSHIP

5. Matt Maeson

Best Established Artists

1. At the Drive In

2. The Internet

3. The Roots

4. Minus the Bear

5. Banks