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Tom Derr of Rock Ridge Records on Life as a Label Head

Tom Derr
Tom Derr is a founder of New York-based independent label Rock Ridge Music and a long-time music industry veteran who has held posts at RCA, A&M and Universal Records.
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Tom Derr, co-founder of Rock Ridge Music, takes questions from students at Loyola University about his experiences as a label head and music industry executive, and offers advice on career-building and business strategy.



Shoot Date: Apr-06
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