TechTV hosts live TV debate on file sharing, participants required

September 10, 2003

Some
unusual news today as GristyMcFisty reports us that the American cable network TechTV is planning to broadcast a special called "Music Wars: Open Mike." The special will deal with the current file-sharing wars between the RIAA and the people who are using the software. TechTV is currently looking for participants:

On Friday, Sept. 12, musicians, lawyers, industry leaders, record executives, and representatives from groups including the RIAA and the Electronic Frontier Foundation will gather to battle it out at TechTV's studios in San Francisco. There's only one person missing: you.

We're looking for people of various opinions and from various demographics to join the "Open Mike" portion of our "Music Wars" special. If you're going to be in the San Francisco Bay area on Sept. 12, and you want to join our audience to share your opinions with our panel of experts, fill out the email form below.

During the show, our panel be taking questions via email, in a special chatroom, and by telephone. Stay tuned for information on how to contact us, and don't miss the show for your chance to be heard.

Unfortunately, we can't respond to every request. If you're selected to attend, a guest coordinator will contact you with additional information.

If you're interested in sending in your questions to TechTV then fill out the form on their site. TechTV will broadcast the "Music Wars: Open Mike" on Friday September 12 at 8 p.m., Saturday September 13 at 6 p.m. and on Monday September 15 at 1 p.m. Eastern time.

Source: TechTV