The Beautiful Music | |
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Founded | 2002 |
Founder | Wally Salem |
Genre | Indie pop |
Country of origin | Canada |
Location | Ottawa, Ontario |
Official website | thebeautifulmusic.com |
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TBM's releases include a multi-volume series in tribute to the Television Personalities.
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