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"The most important film a music fan will ever see." - XM Radio

Is original music drowning in the wake of big label marketing? Will radio ever again be the influential force it once was? Does the next great artist even have a chance to be heard? These questions and more are explored from a fan's perspective in "BEFORE THE MUSIC DIES" an unsettling and inspiring look at today's popular music industry.

At the heart of BEFORE THE MUSIC DIES are interviews with musicians, industry insiders, music critics, and fans that reveal how music has reached its current precarious state. Featured performances from a truly diverse group of artists, ranging from The Dave Matthews Band and Erykah Badu to Seattle street performers and Mississippi gospel singers show us that great music is always out there… as long as you know where to look. BEFORE THE MUSIC DIES will renew your passion for great music, and inspire you to play an active part in its future.

Featured Artists include:

Erykah Badu, Doyle Bramhall II, Calexico, Ray Charles, Elvis Costello, Branford Marsalis, Dave Matthews Band, My Morning Jacket, North Mississippi Allstars, Les Paul, Billy Preston, ?uestlove, Bonnie Raitt, Hubert Sumlin, Widespread Panic and many others!

Other Reviews:

"A great film...completely mindblowing..." - PureMusic.com

"A work of inspiration..." - Salon.com

"Adds passion to the eternal debate about the industry..." - NY Times

"A balanced overview of the state of today's rock scene in America." - Wall Street Journal

Runtime: Approx. 93 minutes