Podcast #341 – The Distorted History of the Cassette Tape
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Journalist Marc Masters joins us to discuss his book, High Bias: the Distorted History of the Cassette Tape. We dive into how the oft-maligned cassette influenced the music industry and our culture by inspiring musicians, taking music to the streets and returning power back to listeners. Show Notes * High Bias: The Distorted History of the Cassette Tape at UNC Press * High Bias: Music from the Book * The Music Book Podcast * The Spindle: A Podcast About 7-inch Records * Minoy * Shrimper Records and Tapes * Aaron Dilloway * Howard Steltzer * The Daily Ping: The Personics System Show Credits: * This episode was produced by Paul Riismandel * Hosted by Jennifer Waits and Paul Riismandel * Edited by Eric Klein
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