Morris Ballen, Advocate for Indie Artists' Music, Dies at 88

Morris Ballen, Advocate for Indie Artists' Music, Dies at 88

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Morris Ballen, who played a crucial role in supporting independent musicians across various genres by producing limited runs of high-quality records and CDs, has died at the age of 88. His work helped countless indie acts, including punk, hip-hop, and church choir groups, gain wider distribution and recognition.

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