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Music a growing biz in state: 'there's a vibe here,' says MAC executive director Malcolm White.

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Mississippi is creating a niche in the world of music. Fueled by a rich musical history and changing technology, music is growing in the realms of business and cultural tourism. Studios are popping up all over and music festivals continue to grow.

Malcolm White, executive director of the Mississippi Arts Commission, estimates there are 25 to 30 recording studios scattered around the state. "They're all around. Mississippi has always been known for producing the musicians but now we have a good number of studios," he said. "There is no concerted effort to grow but it grows quietly and independently."

He sees people gravitating to the state because of the cache of going back to roots, the costs are less, and there's less publicity. "There's a vibe here," he added. "If you play music, you know about Mississippi and want to record here."

White notes that Malaco Studio in...

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