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Morris Ballen, Champion of Independent Artists, Dies at 88
Original: Morris Ballen, Who Helped Spread Indie Artists’ Music, Dies at 88
Morris Ballen, a music industry figure who helped bring independent artists' music to wider audiences, has died at the age of 88. The New York Times reported the news, noting his role in supporting and distributing indie music at a time when major labels dominated the industry. Tributes and reflections on his contributions to independent music are circulating.
Why now: News of the death of a notable advocate for independent musicians has just been reported.
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- Morris Ballen, Who Helped Spread Indie Artists’ Music, Dies at 88 · The New York Times
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