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The Innovator's Struggle: Raymond Scott and the Electronium

This chapter examines the life of musician and inventor Raymond Scott during the transformative 1950s, highlighting his creation of the Electronium, an innovative automatic songwriting machine. It navigates his personal challenges while reflecting on the broader implications of technology's influence on creativity and the music industry. Through Scott's journey, the narrative underscores the tension between artistic expression and the rise of automation in music.

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