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    The Digital Age and The Future of Music

    It's no secret that the music industry is challenged on multiple fronts. Now that we're in the digital age, how can they change their outlook? Celia Hirschman, KCRW's music industry commentator, speaks with Gerd Leonhard, co-author of The Future of Music: Manifesto for the Digital Music Revolution.

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    KCRW placeholderBy Sarah Spitz • Jul 26, 2005 • 1 min read

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